At the Whistle: San Jose Earthquakes 2(2), Austin FC 2(4)
It took 120 minutes plus penalty kicks to determine a winner in one of the most topsy-turvy matches in Verde history.
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SubscribeIt took 120 minutes plus penalty kicks to determine a winner in one of the most topsy-turvy matches in Verde history.
Jesus Ferreira, man. Jesus Ferreira.
Brandon Vázquez followed one unfortunate touch on the ball with one fortunate one to provide the margin of difference.
Austin FC got an early goal (unusual) and then an insurance goal (quite unusual).
Verde was able to keep pace with the hosts for nearly an hour, but a pair of defensive lapses and continued struggles in front of goal extended their winless streak to eight matches.
After over an hour of scoreless soccer, the visitors struck first, but Verde clamored back to get a draw with just their 11th goal of the season.
Verde got their third straight draw on Saturday night against a Minnesota side that also squandered chances.
A trio of goals sends Verde to their farthest point ever in the U.S. Open Cup — indeed, the farthest they've ever gone in any tournament.
Verde got the lion's share of shots and looked the better team on the night, but could only manage a scoreless draw (which is still better than a loss).
It's now four goals in three matches for Austin's most prolific striker, but this was a match in which the hosts needed more than one goal.
Austin FC made this match against one of the league's best teams more competitive than some thought it might be, but in the end: Evander.
It was very nearly a disaster, followed by an epic comeback, leading to a result most expected.