Played
August 18, 2012 8:40 PM EDT
Toyota Park — Bridgeview, Illinois
Referee: S. Stoica
Attendance: 17495
August 18, 2012 8:40 PM EDT
Toyota Park — Bridgeview, Illinois
Referee: S. Stoica
Attendance: 17495
Chicago Fire 2-1 New England Revolution: MacDonald's first MLS goal is a winner
Sherjill MacDonald's first MLS goal broke the deadlock and gave Chicago three points.
John Gress
The Chicago Fire took all three points from the New England Revolution on Saturday thanks to Sherjill MacDonald's first MLS goal grabbing a 2-1 win for the team.
Chris Rolfe drew and converted a penalty inside the opening five minutes to give Chicago the early lead.
New England answered in the 11th minute through Fernando Cardenas. Saer Sene's ball in from the wing caused some issues in the box and Cardenas pounced to level the score.
MacDonald scored 25 minutes into the match, giving his team the lead for good after heading home Patrick Nyarko's cross.
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Chris Rolfe drew and converted a penalty inside the opening five minutes to give Chicago the early lead.
New England answered in the 11th minute through Fernando Cardenas. Saer Sene's ball in from the wing caused some issues in the box and Cardenas pounced to level the score.
MacDonald scored 25 minutes into the match, giving his team the lead for good after heading home Patrick Nyarko's cross.
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| Player | Goals | Penalties | |
|---|---|---|---|
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Jack McInerney Striker Philadelphia Union |
8 | 0 |
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Mike Magee Midfielder LA Galaxy |
6 | 1 |
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Claudio Bieler Striker Sporting KC |
6 | 1 |
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Marco Di Vaio Striker Montreal Impact |
6 | 0 |
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Robert Earnshaw Striker Toronto FC |
5 | 2 |
