@DarthPlagueisTheWise

Item: Portland Timbers vs Los Angeles FC
Rating: 6.5
Author: DarthPlagueisTheWise

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6.5

1 : 1

MLS • Reg. Season08/23/2026

LAFC did break their losing streak tonight, but I was definitely hoping for more from them. Almost instantly, Portland found the back of the net. Other than that though, LAFC was vastly superior in every aspect. They completely dominated especially in shots, but they couldn’t break through for a long time. The Timbers did an outstanding job holding them off, but they would eventually get on the board! It was Denis Bouanga in the 79th minute to secure at least a point for the Black and Gold! LAFC would earn some amazing opportunities to close out this game, but a really nice save on one of their final chances let Portland hang on. LAFC could’ve done a lot more with just a little better luck

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