The Portland Timbers broke their losing streak today, beating Toronto FC 2-0 and moving back above the red line in the Western Conference. The Timbers win was built with a strong defensive performance and capped off by goals from David Guzman and Diego Chara.
The Timbers were quick out of the gate, looking dangerous on the break in the early going. As the heavily rotated Toronto side looked to find their footing, the Timbers found success by switching the field and bringing their full backs into the play.
The first real chance of the match came in the 8th minute as the Timbers passed the ball around the left wing before a chipped ball into the box from Sebastian Blanco found Samuel Armenteros in the box.