The Portland Timbers defeated Sporting Kansas City 1-0 on the opening night of their MLS season, starting off the year on the right foot. Juan Mosquera scored his first Timbers goal, and the defense of Dario Zuparic, Zac McGraw and David Bingham held firm to preserve the three points and clean sheet.
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After having their home opener delayed by two days due to snow in the region, the Timbers instead had to kick off their season on a frigid Monday night, where intermittent snow and rain fell as kickoff approached.