At the Whistle: Minnesota United FC 1, Austin FC 1
Verde got their third straight draw on Saturday night against a Minnesota side that also squandered chances.
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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.
Saturday night brought some unusual sights, including a ball rolling through Brad Stuver's legs into the Verde goal. It also brought the dearth of offense defining the 2025 season.
Copa Tejas is an overrated trophy, right?
Verde got back to winning ways on Saturday with what's becoming their signature 2025 scoreline.
Austin FC has had its first undeniable stinker of 2025.
If you were waiting for the proverbial dam to burst for Austin FC attackers in this match, know you're going to have to wait a little longer.
Mytro Uzuni got his first goal in Verde, and that's all the visitors needed at Energizer Park on Sunday. (It's like 6-3 never happened.)