Steve Cherundolo sends his Los Angeles FC club to Portland with the sole goal of getting another victory as they fight for first place in the Western Conference. The Portland Timbers, the home team in this Major League Soccer match, are well down in the rankings and know they’re in for a difficult fight. However, Miles Joseph’s squad is still in the playoff hunt and will keep fighting until the very end.

Key players for Portland Timbers vs LAFC

Portland: Boli and Evander are proving most capable of filling opposition nets this season, with Moreno the man for Timbers assists.

LAFC: Top scorer Bouanga along with the ever reliable Vela will be on Portland minds, both acting as solid providers as well.

Match prediction: Portland Timbers vs. LAFC

I’m predicting a pretty easy away victory based on where both clubs are in the standings and the players I’ve seen from both squads. I apologize to Timbers supporters, but please keep in mind that I have been proven incorrect before.

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Prediction: Los Angeles FC 3, Portland Timbers 1