MLS Western Conference Playoff Picture Takes Shape After Rivalry Matchup
Portland Timbers, LA Galaxy Play to Scoreless Draw, LAFC Clinches Playoff Berth
Portland, Oregon -
The Portland Timbers and LA Galaxy played to a 0-0 draw in a crucial Western Conference matchup on Saturday night at Providence Park. The result leaves the Timbers in fifth place in the standings with 47 points, while the Galaxy remain in seventh place with 42 points. LAFC clinched a playoff berth with a 2-1 win over the Colorado Rapids on Sunday. The scoreless draw was a disappointing result for the Timbers, who were looking to close the gap on the Galaxy and LAFC in the standings. The Timbers had the better chances in the match, but they were unable to convert their opportunities. The Galaxy were happy to take a point on the road, as they remain in contention for a playoff berth. The Galaxy will need to win their remaining two matches and hope that other results go their way in order to qualify for the postseason. LAFC's win over the Rapids clinched a playoff berth for the Black and Gold. LAFC is now in third place in the standings with 50 points, and they are just one point behind the Seattle Sounders for second place. The Western Conference playoff race is still very much up for grabs, with several teams still in contention for a playoff berth. The Timbers, Galaxy, and LAFC will all be looking to finish the season strong and secure a spot in the postseason.
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