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Portland Timbers Secure Home Victory Against Real Salt Lake in Thrilling Match
Portland, USA – In a hard-fought match at Providence Park, Portland Timbers defeated Real Salt Lake with a final score of 3-1. The game, part of the Round of 32 of Major League Soccer, was characterized by intensity and scoring opportunities.
The first half was largely dominated by the home team, with two goals from F. Mora in the 25th and 37th minutes, giving them a significant lead. However, Real Salt Lake responded quickly, with J. Glad scoring in the 39th minute, giving his team hope before halftime. The first half also saw a yellow card for N. Caliskan of Real Salt Lake.
In the second half, the game became more tactical and contested. Real Salt Lake relentlessly sought the equalizer, but encountered a solid Portland Timbers defense. K. Miller sealed the victory in the 81st minute, following an assist from A. Lassiter, extending the lead for the home team. The second half was also marked by a series of yellow cards for Real Salt Lake players: B. Vera, D. Yedlin, D. Luna, and A. Katranis were cautioned.
Despite having a slight edge in possession (52% compared to Portland Timbers’ 48%) and more shots taken (19 compared to 12), Real Salt Lake failed to convert their chances. Portland Timbers was more effective in front of goal, with 8 of their 12 shots on target. Referee Guido Gonzales Jr. had a busy night, showing five yellow cards to Real Salt Lake.
Substitutions real salt lake: at minute 46 N. Caliskan came in and E. Eneli went out., at minute 65 V. Olatunji came in and W. Agada went out., at minute 65 Z. Gozo came in and Rwan Cruz went out., at minute 78 B. Ojeda came in and J. Barea went out., at minute 88 D. Yedlin came in and J. Russell went out.
Substitutions portland timbers: at minute 78 Antony came in and A. Lassiter went out., at minute 78 D. Ayala came in and C. Paredes went out., at minute 85 D. Pereira da Costa came in and J. Ortiz went out., at minute 85 F. Mora came in and K. Kelsy went out., at minute 90 K. Velde came in and O. Fernandez went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Portland Timbers
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