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LAFC Suffers First Loss of Season to Portland Timbers

4/12/2026

Summary

Story summary

LAFC lost 2-1 to the Portland Timbers at Providence Park, marking its first defeat of the season.
The loss ended LAFC's unbeaten streak and a franchise-record 571-minute shutout.
Kristoffer Velde scored for Portland in the 32nd minute, marking LAFC's first goal conceded this season.
Jude Terry equalized with his first MLS goal in the 49th minute, but Kevin Kelsy netted the winner in stoppage time.
LAFC will face Cruz Azul in the Concacaf Champions Cup on April 14.

History

Historical Context

Major League Soccer (MLS) was founded in 1996, transforming American soccer with its inaugural season featuring 10 teams. Los Angeles FC (LAFC) joined as an expansion team in 2018 and quickly became competitive, winning the Supporters' Shield in 2019. Their recent loss to the Portland Timbers highlights the ongoing challenges teams face in a league marked by intense competition and rising fan expectations.

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Story summary

LAFC lost 2-1 to the Portland Timbers at Providence Park, marking its first defeat of the season.
The loss ended LAFC's unbeaten streak and a franchise-record 571-minute shutout.
Kristoffer Velde scored for Portland in the 32nd minute, marking LAFC's first goal conceded this season.
Jude Terry equalized with his first MLS goal in the 49th minute, but Kevin Kelsy netted the winner in stoppage time.
LAFC will face Cruz Azul in the Concacaf Champions Cup on April 14.

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