While focused from the look of things, RSL conceded within 10 minutes of the opening whistle off of a casual approach to clearing the ball out of danger. Aaron Herrera attempted to side foot the ball out of the box and ended up finding Portland who took full advantage of the mistake puting the Timbers up 1-0.
RSL did not seem overly phased by the early concession and battled on both sides of the ball creating a couple scoring chances that got close but not close enough. Kreilach had RSL's beat chance with a header that ended with a Portland save and ensuing cheers of relief.