Real Madrid 1, DC United 1

SEATTLE — In a match filled with missed chances and strong defensive play, the best American squad, D.C. United, played Spanish power Real Madrid to an entertaining 1-1 draw Wednesday night.

Both goals came in the first half, when Madrid's Anthony Cassano scored in the 22nd minute on an assist from Brazilian star Roberto Carlos, and United's Alecko Eskandarian netted the equalizer 3 minutes later.

Cicinho nearly gave Madrid the victory in stoppage time, shooting off the outside of the far post from the corner of the penalty box.

It was the first game of a brief two-game tour of the U.S. for Madrid, who will play Real Salt Lake on Saturday night in Salt Lake City. Madrid is preparing for its La Liga opener on Aug. 27 against Villarreal.

At times, the Spanish power looked like a team still finding its way in the preseason with newly acquired defenders Emerson and Fabio Cannavaro, and forwards Robinho and Ruud van Nistelrooy. Robinho and van Nistelrooy both flailed their arms in frustration at times.