Timbers and FC Dallas Share Points in Thrilling 2-2 Draw

Late Drama Secures Draw

The Portland Timbers and FC Dallas concluded their Thursday night contest with a 2-2 tie, sending both sides back to the locker room with a single point each. The match, played at Providence Park in Portland, Oregon, before a crowd of 20,184 spectators, featured two dramatic late goals that leveled the score after FC Dallas had taken a two-goal advantage.

First Half Surprise

FC Dallas opened the scoring just before the halftime whistle. In the 45th minute, plus one minute of stoppage time, Patrickson Delgado found the back of the net to give the visitors a 1-0 lead. The goal provided a brief but significant advantage for the traveling squad as they headed into the break.

Portland Responds

The Timbers equalized in the second half. Kevin Kelsy, who would go on to lead his team with five total shots, struck in the 66th minute to make it 1-1. However, FC Dallas quickly regained the lead. Petar Musa scored in the 88th minute, putting the visitors ahead 2-1 and seemingly securing the win.

Final Minute Equalizer

The game was not over. In the 90th minute, plus two minutes of stoppage time, Felipe Mora scored for Portland, tying the match at 2-2. The late goal prevented FC Dallas from taking all three points and ensured a shared result.

Statistical Notes

Kevin Kelsy was the most active attacker for Portland, registering five total shots. James Pantemis, the Timbers goalkeeper, made one save. For FC Dallas, Logan Farrington recorded two total shots. The result leaves the Portland Timbers with a record of 5-3-8, while FC Dallas moves to 7-5-4.

Sources

https://www.espn.com/soccer/match/_/gameId/761677