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New York City 3-2 D.C. United: Lampard the hero for hosts

New York City FC is on top of the MLS Eastern Conference after Frank Lampard's heroics against D.C. United.

Frank Lampard scored a dramatic late winner as New York City FC moved to the top of the Eastern Conference in MLS with a 3-2 victory over DC United.

A frantic finish at Yankee Stadium was settled by Lampard, who netted his second in the 92nd minute on Thursday. David Villa had earlier canceled out Lloyd Sam's opener, before Lampard put the host ahead in the 85th minute.

Lamar Neagle thought he had earned a point for DC and extended their unbeaten run when he equalized.