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The Portland Timbers secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over the San Jose Earthquakes at PayPal Park last night.
The Timbers took the lead early, with Evander scoring in the 22nd minute. San Jose battled back, pulling one back through P. Marie in the 50th minute. However, the Timbers fought back and ensured victory, with J. Rodríguez adding a crucial second goal in the 72nd minute.
The match was full of drama. Both teams showed great determination. The Earthquakes had a higher shot count, but the Timbers had more shots on target. The Timbers controlled 45% of the ball possession, and the Earthquakes 55%. Both teams had several substitutions and some yellow cards late into the game, showing the tension during these final moments.
The most exciting moment was arguably the late comeback by San Jose, followed by a strong final push by Portland for the winning goal in the final stages. The game showcased some impressive tactical approaches and individual brilliance from both sides.