The Portland Timbers earned a thrilling point on the road against Minnesota United in a game-of-the-year contender that finished 4-4. Goals from Sebastian Blanco, Jaroslaw Niezgoda, and an own goal for the Timbers, countered by a brace for Luis Amarilla and goals for Franco Fragapane and Bongokuhle Hlongwane were enough to see both sides share the points.
Recap
The absence of Eryk Williamson and Cristhian Paredes through injury meant a start for young David Ayala in midfield next to captain Diego Chara. Sebastian Blanco returned to the starting XI after serving a one-match suspension against San Jose last week, as did Santiago Moreno, who came off the bench to set up Asprilla’s winner.