FC Dallas’ U.S. Open Cup run ends with loss in penalty shootout vs. New York Red Bulls

After taking an early lead, FC Dallas couldn’t close out its U.S. Open Cup matchup against the New York Red Bulls on Wednesday night.

FCD was eliminated from the tournament in the Round of 16, falling 4-3 in a penalty shootout against New York. The match was decided by a shootout after the teams ended regulation and extra time tied at 2-2.

Bernard Kamungo helped FCD take control of the contest in the first half, making the most of a well-timed from striker Petar Musa. The winger sent a shot past New York goalkeeper AJ Marcucci to give FCD a 1-0 lead in the 28th minute.

The match became a back-and-forth affair in the second half when Mohammed Sofo tied things up for the Red Bulls in the 63rd minute. Sofo found himself with a clear goal-scoring opportunity after FC Dallas struggled to clear the ball in the 18-yard box.

About 15 minutes later, Lucho Acosta helped FCD regain its advantage when he swiftly dribbled through two defenders and placed a shot behind Marcucci.

It appeared FCD would claim a victory to advance in the tournament, until New York came up with an answer in stoppage time. Emil Forsberg found the back of the net in the 93rd minute to ensure extra time. Forsberg scored on a free kick that took a deflection in front of FCD keeper Maarten Paes.

Neither team could break the deadlock in extras, meaning a shootout would decide the winner.

New York secured the win when Marcucci stopped a penalty shot from FCD midfielder Pedrinho. FCD is now 39-24-7 all-time in U.S. Open Cup play.

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