The match was a must-see match for the 37-year-old's team that is below the playoffs, one point behind Dallas and Portland with five games left to play. Galaxy acknowledged Colorado's lead but towards the end everything turned. Despite strong protests, the referee blew his penalty when Andre Shinyashiki fell easily.

- They dropped him. It was a simple decision, says Judge Fotis Bazakos.

Nicolas Mezquida shot in 2-1 and despite just over twelve extra minutes it was the final result. Zlatan did not manage to connect with it cleanly and the ball went out.