(Associated Press)WASHINGTON - Mark McKenzie scored his first MLS goal in the closing minutes of regulation, lifting Philadelphia to 2-2 tie with D.C.
United on Wednesday night.With the tie, Philadelphia (10-3-5) clinched a playoff berth. The Union have one loss in their last nine games and are three points behind Eastern Conference-leading Toronto.The 21-year-old McKenzie ripped a one-touch shot, off a clearance attempt by United, from well outside the area to close the scoring in the 87th minute.D.C.
United (2-10-6) snapped a five-game losing streak, but is winless in its last nine games dating to a 1-0 win over the New York Red Bulls on Sept.