Portland Timbers pulled off a stunning 5-1 win against Seattle Sounders, their biggest ever margin of victory against their rivals in the MLS era. Kevin Kelsy was the standout player of the match, bagging two goals, while David da Costa chipped in with two key assists. This win under interim coach Jack Cassidy has pushed the Timbers up to 11th place in the Western Conference standings.
- Kevin Kelsy scored two goals and provided an assist.
- David da Costa assisted two goals, bringing his season tally up to six.
- The victory marked the Timbers’ biggest win margin against Seattle in the MLS era.
Key Performers: Kelsy and da Costa
Kevin Kelsy played a massive role in the Timbers’ success, netting two goals and setting up another. This performance was his second brace of the season, taking his total to seven goals in 15 matches. Kelsy’s recent form has been really impressive, with five goals in his last five appearances. Meanwhile, David da Costa’s two assists were vital to the cause, setting up goals for Cole Bassett and Alexander Aravena. Da Costa now leads the team with six assists this season.
🟢 Gigantic win for the Portland Timbers last night, beating rivals Seattle Sounders on the road 5-1 (!)
Timbers excellent in transition.
🇻🇪 Kevin Kelsy— 2g
🇵🇹 David da Costa— 2aMore news 🔜 https://t.co/WxH1LtT3lR
— Tom Bogert (@tombogert)
July 17, 2026
Transition Under New Leadership
The Timbers victory came in their very first match after Phil Neville’s departure, marking a new chapter under Jack Cassidy’s leadership. Their next challenge is just around the corner as they host FC Dallas, which will be their first home game in nearly two months. This period is really important as they look to build on this momentum and climb higher up in the league standings.
Looking Ahead
This victory is a significant milestone for the Portland Timbers, highlighting the contributions of key players and what it could mean strategically for the team going forward. As they get ready for upcoming challenges, the Timbers are very much focused on keeping their momentum going and improving their position in the league.
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