Melville United goalkeeper Max Tommy will forever be remembered as the scorer of one of the Chatham Cup’s most memorable goals in its 100-year history.
As the 2023 Chatham Cup final entered its eighth minute of stoppage time, Melville trailed 2-1 to Christchurch United.
The Waikato side were awarded a free kick just outside the Christchurch penalty area.
With nothing to lose, Tommy ran forward to join his Melville teammates in front of goal.
Here’s what happened next …
Tommy’s goal sent the game into extra time, and then to penalties.
Main photo: Max Tommy sets off on a 50-metre dash to celebrate his goal with his team’s dugout.
Christchurch United won the trophy after a penalty shootout at Auckland’s North Harbour Stadium.
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Though on the losing side, Max Tommy was awarded the Jack Batty Cup for the Player of the Match.
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Result
Game played on Sunday September 10, 2023
Melville United 2 (Lucca Lim 72′, Max Tommy 90+8′)
Christchurch United 2 (own goals 11′, 35′)
* Christchurch United win 4-2 on penalties after extra time
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