Perth Glory Stage Comeback to Draw 2-2 with Newcastle Jets: Highlights – Isuzu UTE A-League 2023-24 Round 20

Perth Glory managed to salvage a point in a thrilling 2-2 draw against Newcastle Jets at HBF Park, thanks to a second-half brace from Adam Taggart. Clayton Taylor opened the scoring for the Jets late in the first half, followed by a goal from Lucas Mauragis after the break, putting the visitors in a comfortable lead.

Despite the deficit, Perth fought back with Taggart finding the back of the net and Kaelan Majekodunmi having a goal disallowed due to a block in the build-up. Taggart’s 89th-minute header leveled the score, bringing his goal tally for the season to 14, tying him with Apostolos Stamatelopoulos and trailing Bruno Fornaroli by just one goal on the scoring leaderboard.

The match saw moments of brilliance from both sides, with Mustafa Amini threatening for Glory and a solid save from Jets’ goalkeeper Ryan Scott preserving their lead at halftime. A lackluster defensive play allowed Mauragis to extend the Jets’ lead, but Taggart’s quality finish ignited Perth’s late surge.

In the dying minutes, a controversial decision by referee Keevers disallowed Majekodunmi’s goal before Taggart capitalized on a corner kick, heading home the equalizer. The draw was a dramatic turnaround for Perth, showcasing their never-say-die spirit this season.

The result leaves both teams with valuable points in the Isuzu UTE A-League standings, with Perth Glory continuing their strong campaign despite facing adversity against Newcastle Jets. This hard-fought draw encapsulates the unpredictable and exciting nature of football, with Taggart emerging as the hero for Perth in a match filled with twists and turns.

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