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Timbers and FC Dallas Share Points in 2-2 Draw at Providence Park

Portland Timbers and FC Dallas ended their Thursday night clash in a 2-2 draw at Providence Park, with late goals from Felipe Mora and Petar Musa securing the tie.

Marlene Keller

July 23, 20261 min read

Soccer Match Action - illustration, Jake Team LLC
Soccer Match Action - illustration, Jake Team LLC
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July 23, 2026

Late Drama Secures Tie

The Portland Timbers and FC Dallas concluded their regular-season matchup on Thursday, July 23, 2026, with a 2-2 draw at Providence Park in Portland, Oregon. The result leaves both teams with updated records as the conference standings continue to shift, but no immediate playoff implications were determined by this single contest.

Goal Timeline

FC Dallas struck first in the final moments of the first half. Patrickson Delgado found the back of the net in the 45th minute plus one, giving the visitors a narrow lead into the break. The Timbers responded early in the second half, with Kevin Kelsy equalizing in the 66th minute to level the score at 1-1.

The match remained deadlocked until the closing stages. Petar Musa restored FC Dallas's advantage in the 88th minute, setting up a tense finale. However, Felipe Mora secured the point for the home side in the 90th minute plus two, ensuring neither team could claim victory.

Statistical Highlights

Kevin Kelsy was a key offensive force for Portland, leading all players in total shots with five attempts. FC Dallas saw Logan Farrington register two total shots, while Portland goalkeeper James Pantemis made one save during the contest. The match drew an attendance of 20,184 spectators to Providence Park.

Post-Game Records

Following the draw, the Portland Timbers improved their record to 5-3-8. FC Dallas adjusted their standing to 7-5-4. The result highlights the competitive nature of both squads, with each team demonstrating resilience in scoring and defending during a tightly contested afternoon.

Sources

https://www.espn.com/soccer/match/_/gameId/761677

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Marlene Keller

Marlene Keller covers Melissa high school and area college sports.

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