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Lod’s 85th-Minute Equalizer Clinches Playoff Berth for Minnesota United in 1-1 Draw With Timbers

The draw leaves Minnesota two points behind idle San Diego FC in the Western Conference.

Overview

  • Robin Lod scored in the 85th minute to cancel out a late own goal and secure the point.
  • Wil Trapp delivered the looping through pass that set up Lod’s composed finish.
  • Dayne St. Clair made six saves for Minnesota, while Portland goalkeeper James Pantemis stopped five.
  • Portland held an 18-10 shot advantage and about 56% possession but failed to convert control into a win.
  • Minnesota improved to 14-6-9 (51 points) with the postseason sealed, while Portland is 10-9-9 (39 points) in sixth and still without a win for more than a month.