Svatok's Late Strike Lifts Austin FC Past Portland Timbers 2-1

Stoppage-Time Decider

Oleksandr Svatok emerged as the decisive figure for Austin FC on Sunday, August 30, 2026, scoring in the third minute of added time to secure a 2-1 road victory over the Portland Timbers. The goal ended a dramatic contest at Providence Park in Portland, Oregon, where the visitors overcame a late equalizer to take the points. The result improved Austin FC’s season record to 6-6-10, while the Timbers fell to 8-4-10.

Goal Sequence

The match featured three total goals, with Austin FC finding the net twice. Facundo Torres opened the scoring for the visitors in the 25th minute, giving Austin FC an early lead. Portland Timbers responded late in the second half when Antony struck in the 89th minute, pulling the home side level and setting the stage for a tense finish. The game remained tied until the final moments, when Svatok delivered the winning goal in the 90'+3' minute, ensuring Austin FC left with a win.

Performance Metrics

Austin FC’s goalkeeper Brad Stuver was instrumental in the team's defensive effort, recording four saves during the match. On the attacking front, Joseph Rosales contributed with two total shots for the visitors. For the Portland Timbers, Kristoffer Velde was the most active on the offensive end, registering three total shots. James Pantemis made one save for the home side. The final scoreline of 2-1 stands as the official result of the encounter.

Sources

https://www.espn.com/soccer/match/_/gameId/761768