Timbers Salvage Draw vs. Galaxy Despite Early Red Card

Portland plays final 70 minutes with 10 men after defender's ejection

Mar. 23, 2026 at 4:49am

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The Portland Timbers held on for a 1-1 draw with the visiting Los Angeles Galaxy on Sunday, despite playing the final 70 minutes with 10 men after defender Kamal Miller was issued a red card. Kristoffer Velde scored for Portland, while Joao Klauss tallied for the Galaxy. The match featured an eventful first half that saw the Timbers take an early lead before the Galaxy equalized.

Why it matters

The draw snapped a three-match losing streak for the Timbers, while the Galaxy were unable to snap a 20-game road winless streak. The red card to Miller proved a pivotal moment, as the short-handed Timbers managed to hold on for the point.

The details

Velde opened the scoring for Portland in the 13th minute with a low, left-footed shot from 10 yards out. But the match turned in the 19th minute when Miller was issued a red card for a reckless foul on Klauss. The Galaxy equalized in the 30th minute through a goal from Klauss, but despite the man advantage, they were unable to find a winner.

  • The Timbers took the lead in the 13th minute.
  • Miller was issued a red card in the 19th minute.
  • The Galaxy equalized in the 30th minute.

The players

James Pantemis

The Timbers' goalkeeper who made six saves.

Kamal Miller

The Timbers' defender who was issued a red card in the 19th minute.

Kristoffer Velde

The Timbers' player who scored the opening goal.

Joao Klauss

The Galaxy's player who scored the equalizing goal.

JT Marcinkowski

The Galaxy's goalkeeper who made two saves.

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The takeaway

The Timbers' ability to salvage a draw despite playing the majority of the match with 10 men showcases their resilience and defensive organization, while the Galaxy's continued road struggles highlight the challenges they face in breaking through against compact, well-organized opponents.