With a playoff berth on the line, the Portland Timbers (11-13-9) concede in stoppage time to lose 2-1 to Supporter’s Shield winners LAFC (21-4-8).
Recap
The Timbers made several changes to the starting XI that has been used during their five-game unbeaten run, the most notable being Juan David Mosquera earning his first start for the Timbers since his Summer arrival. Giovanni Savarese also opted for Larrys Mabiala at the back in place of the in-form Zac McGraw, and Cristhian Paredes over Eryk Williamson.
Both teams failed to muster many chances on goal in a cagey first half, and at the break the score remained 0-0.