Timbers rally from two goals down for 2-2 draw with Sounders

Timbers orchestrated a remarkable comeback, overcoming a two-goal deficit to secure a 2-2 draw against Sounders in a compelling encounter. The second half witnessed the pivotal moments as Dairon Asprilla and Evander da Silva Ferreira each found the back of the net within a span of three minutes. Seattle’s fortunes took a downturn when Léo Chú received a red card, reducing the team to ten players for the remainder of the match.

The game initially appeared to favor Seattle, with Raúl Ruidíaz striking in the ninth minute and later assisting in Léo Chú’s goal in the 30th minute, guiding them to a comfortable 2-0 lead at halftime. However, Seattle’s prospects unraveled when Léo Chú was handed a second yellow card in the 53rd minute, altering the course of the match significantly.

Asprilla’s goal in the 67th minute, a testament to his fifth this season, injected renewed energy into Portland’s efforts. The goal materialized after a well-timed pass from defender Zac McGraw. The equalizer was not far behind, as Evander capitalized on an assist from Juan Mosquera, registering his seventh goal of the campaign.

This match held significance for Seattle as they broke their streak of failing to score multiple goals in a single regular-season home match since their victory over St. Louis City earlier in April. Furthermore, they managed to avoid a third consecutive home defeat across all competitions, preserving a noteworthy record in the club’s history.

Stefan Frei, guarding Seattle’s goal, demonstrated his prowess with two crucial saves. On the opposing side, David Bingham exhibited his goalkeeping skills by thwarting five shots for the Timbers.

Portland’s recent encounters against Sounders have been marked by their dominance, evidenced by a 4-0-2 record in their last six meetings. Their triumph against Real Salt Lake, ending a four-match losing streak, rejuvenated their confidence after enduring their lengthiest slump since 2019.

Raúl Ruidíaz continued to shine against the Timbers, amassing an impressive tally of 12 goals in 16 matches, including playoff clashes. Sounders’ recent record at home showcased a mixed performance, with a 2-5-4 record in their last eleven matches.

Looking ahead, Portland is set to host Los Angeles FC in their upcoming fixture, while Seattle’s next challenge awaits them on September 16, when they journey to face FC Dallas.

Source: AP News

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