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Dynamo Draw Galaxy 1-1 Before Break
24 May
Summary
- Guilherme Santos scored equalizer in 41st minute.
- Jonathan Bond made five crucial saves.
- Draw sends Houston into break with lead.
The Houston Dynamo and LA Galaxy played to a 1-1 draw on Saturday in their final match before the MLS World Cup break. Joseph Paintsil opened the scoring for the Galaxy in the 30th minute with a powerful shot. However, Guilherme Santos responded for the Dynamo in the 41st minute, leveling the score with a curling shot.
Goalkeeper Jonathan Bond was a key figure for Houston, making five saves to deny the Galaxy and secure a crucial point. The draw marked Houston's first tie of the season and extended their lead over Los Angeles to two points in the Western Conference standings as both teams head into the extended break.
Both teams had opportunities to claim victory in the second half, with saves from both Bond and Galaxy keeper JT Marcinkowski keeping the score level. The Dynamo have earned points in four of their last five matches, while the Galaxy are unbeaten in their last six MLS contests.
