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San Diego FC Crushes Timbers 4-0, Advances to Semifinals

11/11/2025

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San Diego FC Triumphs

San Diego FC defeated the Portland Timbers 4-0 at Snapdragon Stadium, marking SDFC's first MLS Cup Playoffs series win.
Anders Dreyer and Amahl Pellegrino each scored two goals.
Dreyer opened the scoring in the fifth minute.
Pellegrino scored in the 17th and 53rd minutes.
San Diego FC will face Minnesota United FC in the Western Conference semifinals after Minnesota's penalty shootout win against Seattle Sounders.

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Minnesota Advances, Messi Shines

Minnesota United advanced to the Western Conference semifinals after defeating Seattle Sounders in a penalty shootout, following a 3-3 draw in regulation despite playing a man down.
Goalkeeper Dayne St Clair saved five shots during the shootout.
Inter Miami won 4-0 against Nashville SC, with Lionel Messi scoring two goals and providing two assists.
Inter Miami will face FC Cincinnati, who defeated Columbus Crew 2-1, with Brenner scoring both goals in Darlington Nagbe's final match.

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Historical Context

Major League Soccer (MLS) launched its inaugural season in 1996, backed by the U.S. Soccer Federation to boost soccer's profile in the U.S. The league began with 10 teams, evolving from earlier efforts like the United States Interregional Soccer League. San Diego FC's recent playoff success highlights MLS's growth, reflecting a competitive landscape that promises a bright future for American soccer.

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San Diego FC Triumphs

San Diego FC defeated the Portland Timbers 4-0 at Snapdragon Stadium, marking SDFC's first MLS Cup Playoffs series win.
Anders Dreyer and Amahl Pellegrino each scored two goals.
Dreyer opened the scoring in the fifth minute.
Pellegrino scored in the 17th and 53rd minutes.
San Diego FC will face Minnesota United FC in the Western Conference semifinals after Minnesota's penalty shootout win against Seattle Sounders.

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