Auckland staged a dramatic comeback from two goals down to draw 2-2 with Sydney FC in a high-paced clash at Allianz Stadium.
Sydney’s Adrian Segecic scored a stunning first-half brace, but Auckland responded swiftly through Logan Rogerson before Francis de Vries equalised in the second half.
The visitors dominated late stages and came close to winning, hitting the post and having a shot cleared off the line. The result leaves Auckland four points ahead of Melbourne City in second place with three matches to play, while Sydney rue missed chances to seal the win.