The decisive moment arrived in the 90th minute, when Ran Binyamin struck for FC Dallas to secure a 4-3 victory over Real Salt Lake. The late goal settled a chaotic contest at America First Field in Sandy, Utah, on Thursday, August 20, 2026.
The match featured seven total goals, with the visitors ultimately prevailing in a high-scoring affair that saw both teams trade blows throughout all three periods.
Early Dallas Surge
FC Dallas took control early in the first half. Joaquín Valiente opened the scoring in the 16th minute, giving the visitors an immediate advantage. Petar Musa extended the lead just four minutes later in the 20th minute, putting the pressure on the home side.
Real Salt Lake responded before the break, with Sergi Solans finding the net in the 38th minute to cut the deficit. However, Musa struck again in the 45th minute, restoring a two-goal cushion for Dallas as the first half concluded.