Major League Soccer Regular Season - 5
Portland Timbers 1 - 1 FT Los Angeles Galaxy
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
13' K. Velde
19' Kamal Miller
19' Kamal Miller
23' ↓ K. Kelsy ↑A. Bonetig
Joao Klauss 30'
HT
61' Brandon Bye
↓ M. Yamane ↑M. Cuevas 62'
↓ E. Thommy ↑H. Miller 63'
68' ↓ K. Velde ↑A. Aravena
68' ↓ D. Da Costa ↑I. Smith
↓ E. Wynder ↑Matheus Nascimento 72'
↓ J. Aude ↑L. Sanabria 75'
77' Ian Smith
80' Alex Bonetig
84' ↓ Antony ↑F. Mora
Lucas Sanabria 90'+3
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Portland Timbers
Goalkeepers
J. Pantemis 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Midfielders
D. Chara 
ENFORCER
4
Tackles
4
Tackles
7
Duels Won
78%
Win %
J. Ortiz 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
K. Velde 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
D. Da Costa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
68
Total Mins
68
Entry
Antony 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
6.3
Rating
Forwards
K. Kelsy
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
23
Total Mins
23
Entry
BENCH
T. Muse 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
E. Miller
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Bonetig 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
I. Smith
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
26
Total Mins
Started
Entry
E. Izoita
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Mora
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Aravena
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
26
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Guerra
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Lassiter
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Los Angeles Galaxy
Goalkeepers
J. Marcinkowski
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Midfielders
E. Wynder
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
72
Total Mins
72
Entry
E. Cerrillo 
MAGNET
97
Activity
97
Activity
90
Passes
7
Duels
Gabriel Pec
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Reus 
ARCHITECT
7
Key Passes
7
Key Passes
1
Assists
46%
Pass Acc
E. Thommy
PROVOCATEUR
4
Fouls Won
4
Fouls Won
8
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Forwards
Joao Klauss
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
4
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
BENCH
N. Micovic
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
M. Yoshida
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Cuevas
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
24%
Pass Acc
H. Miller
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
31
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Nelson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
I. Parente
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Sanabria
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Matheus Nascimento
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Ramos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/23/2026 | Los Angeles Galaxy | 1 - 0 | Portland Timbers | Friendlies Clubs | |
| 04/28/2025 | Los Angeles Galaxy | 2 - 4 | Portland Timbers | Major League Soccer | Dignity Health Sports Park |
| 03/16/2025 | Portland Timbers | 1 - 1 | Los Angeles Galaxy | Major League Soccer | Providence Park |
| 09/19/2024 | Portland Timbers | 4 - 2 | Los Angeles Galaxy | Major League Soccer | Providence Park |
| 07/21/2024 | Los Angeles Galaxy | 3 - 2 | Portland Timbers | Major League Soccer | Dignity Health Sports Park |
| 10/01/2023 | Los Angeles Galaxy | 3 - 3 | Portland Timbers | Major League Soccer | Dignity Health Sports Park |
| 03/25/2023 | Portland Timbers | 0 - 0 | Los Angeles Galaxy | Major League Soccer | Providence Park |
| 02/12/2023 | Los Angeles Galaxy | 1 - 4 | Portland Timbers | Friendlies Clubs | Empire Polo Club |
| 06/18/2022 | Los Angeles Galaxy | 1 - 1 | Portland Timbers | Major League Soccer | Dignity Health Sports Park |
01/23/2026
04/28/2025
03/16/2025
09/19/2024
07/21/2024
10/01/2023
03/25/2023
02/12/2023
06/18/2022
Portland Timbers Win
Los Angeles Galaxy Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 4 GD: +5
P: 5 GD: +3
P: 4 GD: +9
P: 4 GD: +6
P: 4 GD: +3
P: 4 GD: +1
P: 3 GD: +3
P: 3 GD: 0
P: 3 GD: -2
P: 4 GD: -6
P: 3 GD: -1
P: 3 GD: -6
P: 3 GD: -4
P: 4 GD: -6
League Standings
P: 11 GD: +19
P: 10 GD: +20
P: 11 GD: +11
P: 9 GD: +8
P: 11 GD: -2
P: 10 GD: +5
P: 11 GD: +5
P: 10 GD: -5
P: 11 GD: +3
P: 11 GD: -1
P: 11 GD: 0
P: 10 GD: -8
P: 10 GD: -5
P: 9 GD: -7
P: 10 GD: -18
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Pantemis Heroics Rescue 10-Man Portland at Providence Park
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 56/100. A grueling defensive masterclass from the shorthanded Timbers keeps this knockout tie completely open ahead of the second leg in California.
Early Fireworks
The early exchanges at Providence Park crackled with nervous energy. The home crowd demanded a response after a difficult run of form, and Portland delivered a dream start. K. Velde found space behind the visiting defense in the 13th minute, finishing clinically to open the scoring. The early goal sent a shockwave through the stadium, instantly spiking the Intensity metrics. LA Galaxy tried to establish their passing rhythm, but Portland pressed relentlessly. The hosts knew they needed a strong first-leg foundation before traveling to California. Their disciplined defensive shape initially frustrated the Galaxy's creative outlets. Every tackle was met with a roar from the terraces, highlighting the massive weight of this playoff encounter. The initial Balance of power sat firmly with the confident hosts.
The Turning Point
The narrative violently fractured in the 19th minute. A heavy challenge from Kamal Miller triggered a VAR review, upgrading his initial punishment to a straight red card. The tactical foundation of the match evaporated. Suddenly forced into a low block, Portland abandoned their attacking ambitions. LA Galaxy smelled blood and ruthlessly exploited the numerical advantage. The pressure mounted until the 30th minute when Joao Klauss leveled the score, capitalizing on a defensive lapse. The match turned into an exercise in survival for the home side. Galaxy's wide players began exploiting the overlapping space, whipping dangerous crosses into the box. Portland struggled to clear their lines as wave after wave of white shirts poured forward in search of the lead, and the visitors dominated possession.
Holding the Line
The second half devolving into a relentless siege on the Portland goal. LA Galaxy unleashed a staggering 22 total shots and generated 1.76 expected goals. Edwin Cerrillo orchestrated the onslaught from midfield, spraying precise passes and racking up an exceptional individual performance. Yet, the visitors encountered an immovable object. James Pantemis delivered a towering display between the posts, registering 6 critical saves to frustrate the Californian side. Portland's exhausted defense threw bodies in front of 12 blocked shots. The tension in the stadium reached a boiling point during the final ten minutes. Portland's 10 men sat deeper and deeper, absorbing immense physical punishment. The gritty 1-1 draw feels like a massive victory for the shorthanded Timbers. The colossal Stakes now shift entirely to Los Angeles for the decisive second leg this October.
Key Questions
How did the red card for Kamal Miller impact the match?
Miller's 19th-minute dismissal forced Portland into a deep defensive block. LA Galaxy capitalized instantly through Joao Klauss and dominated possession, but Portland's goalkeeper secured the draw.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Early Season Desperation in Rose City
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 46/100. An incredibly tight matchup where two struggling sides look to jumpstart their campaigns before the return fixture in Los Angeles.
The Setup
The pressure is already mounting just five games into the season. Portland Timbers welcome Los Angeles Galaxy to Providence Park needing an immediate spark. The hosts sit languishing in 14th place. They barely trail a 10th-placed Galaxy side that has also stumbled out of the gates. A modest Form rating highlights their shared defensive frailties. Both teams are shipping goals at an alarming rate. However, an off-the-charts Balance score points to a fiercely contested affair. Curiously, this regular-season clash carries added weight. It serves as the first leg of a two-part tie, with the return fixture scheduled for October 15 in Los Angeles. Modest Stakes currently mask the desperation both camps feel to ignite their respective campaigns.
Key Battle
Kristoffer Velde carries the creative burden for the home side. He must spark an underperforming Portland attack. His playmaking will clash with the lethal efficiency of LA's João Klauss. The Galaxy talisman is tearing up defenses right now. This means Timbers goalkeeper James Pantemis—already busy this year—must be flawless. This attacking duel directly elevates the game's Stars appeal.
Our Prediction
Portland's home advantage gives them a slight edge in what promises to be an open, chaotic game. We expect the Timbers to edge a high-scoring thriller. Look for them to rely on late transitional play to secure a 2-1 victory ahead of October's rematch.