The match was feeling a lot like an away game at Houston. A strong start for the Sounders, who couldn't quite break down a stout Dynamo defense, gave way to a somewhat sloppy period of tired legs and minds. Houston managed their one goal and looked to hang on for the narrow win.
Then, in the dying moment, Nicolas Lodeiro showed he was still sharp even after 90-plus minutes in Texas heat. Although it feels lucky any time you snatch a point late, it was a just reward for a long match of hard work from Nico and his teammates.