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Switchbacks FC Play out Entertaining 2-2 Draw with Portland

August 8, 2019 - United Soccer League Championship (USL)
Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC News Release


Colorado Springs, CO - The Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC came from behind before ultimately settling for a 2-2 draw with Portland Timbers 2 Wednesday night at Weidner Field.

Both sides had a good chance in the first half with Portland taking advantage of theirs to grab the first-half lead. Saeed Robinson saw his curled shot just miss the far post early in the game before Cristian Ojeda smashed home a half-volley after a deflection in the box for the visitors.

Just three minutes into the second half, Portland goalkeeper, Aljaz Ivacic, handled a deliberate back pass that set up an indirect free kick for the Switchbacks just 6 yards from goal. On the ensuing free kick, Abdul Rwatubyaye laid the ball off for Ish Jome who slotted his shot through the only opening of Portland defenders on the goal line to tie up the game. The Switchbacks took the lead in the 67th minute as Saeed Robinson took a pass from Austin Dewing and collected the ball after taking a touch with speed past multiple Portland defenders before chipping the ball into the back of the net. However, Timbers 2 would find an equalizer just two minutes later from Foster Langsdorf's rebound header past a scrambling Abraham Rodriguez. The two sides settled for a point apiece with the same 2-2 scoreline from when the teams met in Portland on April 20th.

"We will take the positives from this game which was getting the result. There are things we will continue to work on but proud of the group for showing a bit of resilience and fight in the second half," said Switchbacks' midfielder Jordan Schweitzer. "Quick turnaround for the weekend so we will do everything we can to prepare."

The Switchbacks have a quick turnaround as the next game is at Weidner Field on August 10th as Rio Grande Valley FC come to town on Back To School Night. The first 1,00 fans in attendance will receive a free Switchbacks backpack courtesy of GE Johnson. Full 16oz beers will be available for $1 for the first 30 minutes after gates open at 5:00 PM. Tickets start at just $12 and are available. For the price of a Switchbacks ticket and 2-5 beers, it is cheaper than buying 2-5 beers at a bar or restaurant.

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