Newly acquired defender Micky Tapias flicked-on header off a 25-yard free kick in the 82nd minute proved the winner on a night when all three goals were scored after halftime.
In the March chill and with snow covering Allianz field, Bongokuhle Hlongwane scored for the Loons in the 18th minute off Franco Fragapane s corner kick.
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The Loons starting striker was delayed returning from his native Paraguay due to paperwork. He ll be available to play Saturday at Allianz Field vs. the New York Red Bulls.