At the Whistle: D.C. United 2, Austin FC 4
Verde didn't need a last-minute miracle delivered by Pollo, running out to a two-goal lead and keeping at least that margin throughout the second half despite a late PK.
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SubscribeVerde didn't need a last-minute miracle delivered by Pollo, running out to a two-goal lead and keeping at least that margin throughout the second half despite a late PK.
Both goals were welcome sights for a team that still rarely scores two.
Sometimes 0-0 games can be exciting, like this was. But they can also be frustrating, like this was.
It 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).