U.S. 2, Jamaica 1: Brad Evans scores in injury time to lift Americans in 2014 World Cup qualifier

KINGSTON, Jamaica – The U.S. national soccer team began a pivotal stretch of its World Cup qualifying campaign Friday with a dramatic 2-1 victory over Jamaica. Cool and composed for much of a hot Caribbean night, the Americans relinquished the lead in the 89th minute and seemed headed for an immensely disappointing draw. But Brad Evans, a midfielder filling a defensive role, scored from inside the penalty area in stoppage time to silence a once-spirited crowd and severely dent Jamaica’s hopes. Off a short corner kick, Michael Bradley connected with Evans, who scored his first international goal in just his 10th U.S. appearance. The Americans (2-1-1) will...