Portland singer Storm Large preformed both the Canadian and US National anthems.
Whitecaps forward Octavio Rivero’s shot is blocked by Portland defender Nat Borchers. Portland’s Diego Chara also closely follows the play. Overall, Portland would top the Whitecaps for possession, holding the ball for just over 53% of the match.
Vancouver’s Rivero tangles with Timbers defender Liam Ridgewell.
Timbers midfielder Diego Valeri scores Portland’s lone goal slipping the ball past Vancouver defender Christian Dean in the 33rd minute. Fanendo Adi was credited with the assist.
Valeri celebrates after the game opening goal.
Portland midfielder Diego Chara clears a ball from the box in the first half.
Portland forward Fanendo Adi sees his shot is blocked by VWFC defender Christian Dean.
Vancouver’s Matias Laba leveled the score at one apiece with his goal in the 57th minute.
Nat Borchers (7) of the Portland Timbers fouls on a header Tim Parker (26) of the Vancouver Whitecaps.
Gaston Fernandez (10) of the Portland Timbers controls the ball despite being sorounded by Whitecaps defenders.
Game over: Valeri’s daughters greet him on the pitch before he collects the log slice for his goal in tonight’s tie against Vancouver.
