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Timbers defeat LAFC 2-1 with late goal
Kevin Kelsy scores in 6th minute of stoppage time to snap Portland's 5-game winless streak
Apr. 11, 2026 at 11:06pm
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Kevin Kelsy scored the game-winning goal in the 6th minute of stoppage time to lead the Portland Timbers to a 2-1 victory over Los Angeles FC. Kristoffer Velde also scored for the Timbers, while 17-year-old Jude Terry netted his first career MLS goal for LAFC.
Why it matters
The win snaps a 5-game winless streak for the Timbers, who are looking to bounce back after a slow start to the season. LAFC, one of the top teams in the league, saw its franchise-record 571-minute shutout streak come to an end.
The details
Velde gave the Timbers a 1-0 lead in the 32nd minute with a goal on the counter-attack. LAFC's Jude Terry equalized in the 49th minute with his first career MLS goal. In the 6th minute of stoppage time, Kelsy tapped in the game-winner off a cross from Velde to secure the victory for Portland.
- The Timbers won for the first time since a 3-2 home victory over Columbus in the season opener.
- LAFC's franchise-record 571-minute shutout streak was snapped.
- Jude Terry, a 17-year-old, scored his first career MLS goal in the 49th minute.
- Matthew Evans, a 19-year-old, made his MLS debut.
The players
Kevin Kelsy
Scored the game-winning goal for the Portland Timbers in the 6th minute of stoppage time.
Kristoffer Velde
Scored a goal and had an assist for the Portland Timbers.
Jude Terry
A 17-year-old who scored his first career MLS goal for LAFC.
Matthew Evans
A 19-year-old who made his MLS debut for LAFC.
Thomas Hasal
LAFC's starting goalkeeper who left the game in the 30th minute due to a collision.
What’s next
The Timbers will look to build on this win as they continue their push for a playoff spot, while LAFC will aim to start a new shutout streak.
The takeaway
This thrilling late-game victory for the Timbers showcases the unpredictability and excitement of MLS, where even the top teams can be upset by determined underdogs fighting to turn their season around.
