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Goal Fest in Washington: Austin FC Takes the Victory in a Thrilling Match
Washington, D.C. – Audi Field witnessed an exciting Major League Soccer encounter where Austin FC defeated D.C. United in a match full of twists and turns and goals. The Texan team dominated possession with 54%, showcasing an offensive game that translated into 15 shots, six of them on target.
The first goal of the match came in the 22nd minute, when M. Uzuni of Austin FC, assisted by B. Hines-Ike, opened the scoring. Before halftime, O. Wolff extended Austin’s lead in the 45th minute. However, D.C. United reacted at the start of the second half, with a goal from Peglow in the 48th minute, assisted by Gabriel Pirani, attempting to close the gap.
The home joy was short-lived, as O. Bukari, in the 60th minute, restored Austin’s two-goal advantage. A goal by Gabriel Pirani was disallowed for offside in the 62nd minute, preventing D.C. United from getting even closer on the scoreboard.
In stoppage time, the match reached its climax. R. Taylor scored for Austin in the 90th minute, seemingly sealing the victory. However, C. Benteke scored for D.C. United from the penalty spot in the 90th minute, establishing the final result.
While D.C. United had 46% possession and took 14 shots, their lack of effectiveness and Austin FC’s offensive solidity made the difference. The match was contested, with a total of 22 fouls committed (12 by Austin and 10 by D.C. United) and three yellow cards shown. A memorable encounter in the US capital.
Substitutions dc united: at minute 46 B. Servania came in and Boris Enow went out., at minute 66 M. Peltola came in and J. Hopkins went out., at minute 66 R. Leal came in and J. Stroud went out., at minute 87 Peglow came in and H. Kijima went out., at minute 87 D. Schnegg came in and C. Antley went out.
Substitutions austin: at minute 72 O. Wolff came in and R. Taylor went out., at minute 72 D. Rubio came in and B. Sabovic went out., at minute 77 O. Bukari came in and J. Obrian went out., at minute 89 M. Desler came in and J. Gallagher went out., at minute 89 I. Sanchez came in and N. Dubersarsky went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
DC United
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