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A thrilling match between the San Jose Earthquakes and the Portland Timbers ended in a 1-1 draw. Both teams put up a great fight, showcasing tactical approaches.
The Earthquakes, playing at home, took the lead in the second half with a goal by V. Qazaishvili in the 76th minute. However, the Portland Timbers responded by scoring a goal by Y. Chará 33 minutes into the game. The final minutes saw both teams push to take the lead with some substitutions by both teams.
The Earthquakes dominated possession (63%) but the Timbers' were more effective in front of goal, despite having less possession (37%). The game had several exciting moments: a late goal by the Earthquakes that really kept things on edge for the spectators in the stadium, along with the early goal of the Timbers. Yellow cards for both sides hinted at a spirited and competitive atmosphere.
Both teams demonstrated a tactical approach that emphasized balanced play, with players like Cristhian Paredes and Dario Župarić showing a tactical understanding of the match. The Earthquakes' late-game substitutions seemed to influence the momentum. This match certainly was a true test for both teams.