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Austin FC defeats Portland Timbers in a tight match
Portland, Oregon – Austin FC secured a 1-0 victory over the Portland Timbers in an exciting match played at Providence Park. The only goal of the game came in the 42nd minute through Diego Pereira, who capitalized on an assist to put his team ahead.
The match was characterized by the intensity of both teams, with a total of 29 fouls and 2 yellow cards (one for Austin and one for Portland).
Despite having less possession, Austin managed to take advantage of the opportunities presented to them. The Portland Timbers tried to respond, but they couldn’t find the key to break through the opposing defense.
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Substitutions austin: at minute 65 H. Jimenez came in and O. Bukari went out., at minute 73 G. Zardes came in and D. Rubio went out., at minute 83 A. Ring came in and D. Pereira went out., at minute 83 O. Wolff came in and J. Obrian went out.
Substitutions portland timbers: at minute 69 E. Williamson came in and D. Chara went out., at minute 78 Antony came in and C. Bravo went out., at minute 90 T. Ikoba came in and D. Ayala went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Portland Timbers
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