The showdown for Week 5 of the MLS is scheduled for today at 17:45 (Argentina time) at Providence Park.
How They Arrive: Portland Timbers vs. LA Galaxy
Both teams head into this match eager to regain their momentum after missing opportunities to climb the table in their last outings.
Recent Results for Portland Timbers in MLS
Portland Timbers aim to avoid another defeat after a tight match against Houston, ending in a 2-3 loss. In their last three league fixtures, the team has experienced mixed results, with one victory and two losses. They have scored six goals but conceded eleven.
Recent Results for LA Galaxy in MLS
LA Galaxy is coming off a home defeat against Sporting Kansas City, where the final score was 1-2. Over their most recent matches, they have picked up one win, one loss, and one draw, netting six goals while allowing seven against.
LA Galaxy has struggled on the road this season, having failed to earn any points in their single away match so far.
The last five encounters between these two sides in the league have produced a mix of outcomes: the home side has secured two victories, while the visiting team has won once. Two matches finished in draws. Their most recent clash in this competition was on April 27, 2025, where Portland Timbers triumphed with a score of 2-4.
The official assigned to officiate this matchup is Drew Fischer.
Upcoming Match Dates for Portland Timbers in MLS
Week 6: vs Vancouver Whitecaps FC: April 4 – 23:30 (Argentina time)
Week 7: vs Los Angeles FC: April 11 – 17:30 (Argentina time)
Week 8: vs Minnesota United: April 18 – 21:30 (Argentina time)
Week 9: vs San Diego FC: April 25 – 22:30 (Argentina time)
Week 10: vs Real Salt Lake: May 2 – 17:30 (Argentina time)
Upcoming Match Dates for LA Galaxy in MLS
Week 6: vs Minnesota United: April 4 – 23:30 (Argentina time)
Week 7: vs Austin FC: April 11 – 15:30 (Argentina time)
Week 8: vs FC Dallas: April 18 – 21:30 (Argentina time)
Week 9: vs Columbus Crew: April 22 – 20:30 (Argentina time)
Week 10: vs Real Salt Lake: April 26 – 20:00 (Argentina time)
Match Timing for Portland Timbers and LA Galaxy by Country
Argentina and Chile (Santiago): 17:45
Colombia and Peru: 15:45
Honduras, El Salvador, Mexico (Mexico), and Nicaragua: 14:45
Venezuela: 16:45