The 20-year-old's acrobatic effort in stoppage time secures vital point in a thrilling encounter at Audi Field

Murrell scores spectacular equalizer in the 96th minuteD.C. United fights back from 2-1 down to draw 2-220-year-old's second MLS goal sends Audi Field into frenzyGetty Images SportWHAT HAPPENED

In a thrilling encounter at Audi Field, D.C. United's Jacob Murrell scored a breathtaking bicycle kick in the 96th minute to secure a 2-2 draw against Chicago Fire.

The 20-year-old rookie's acrobatic effort capped off a remarkable comeback for the home side, who had been trailing 2-1 with just 20 minutes left.

That was thanks to a brace from Chicago Fire star Hugo Cuypers after Christian Benteke scored an early goal for D.C. United. However, the Belgian had a chance to double his tally but missed a great chance in the final moments of the game.

But his blushes were sparred as a stunning effort from Murrell in the final minute of added time ensured that his side walked away with a draw.

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Jacob Murrell, the 20-year-old Maryland native, is still a raw talent but has shown his ability and talent on the field despite netting just once prior to this for D.C United.

The forward joined the club in January 2024 after being picked in the 2024 MLS SuperDraft and made his debut in the same year, finishing it with 1 goal and 3 assists in 27 league appearances for the Black-and-Red Eagles.

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Troy Lesesne’s side now sit in ninth place on the Eastern Conference table after their second game of the season with 1 point and face Sporting Kansas City and then CF Montreal at the Audi Field in back-to-back home games.