Timbers face a must-win as they play host to San Diego FC in Game 2 of their Round One Best-of-3 Series on Saturday at Providence Park
It’s all on the line Saturday night as the Portland Timbers play host to San Diego FC in Game 2 of their Round One Best-of-3 Series in the Audi 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs; kickoff is 6:30pm PT.
The Timbers face a must-win in Saturday’s pivotal matchup to push the series to a Game 3 on Nov. 9. San Diego FC took Game 1 last weekend in Southern California. The first club with two wins in the series advances to the Western Conference Semifinals. Should Game 2 finish tied at the end of regulation, the two teams will immediately go to penalty kicks to decide the winner.
Watch the match live on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV, and it is free to watch for Apple TV subscribers.
Audi 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs Round One Best-of-3 Series
Join us for Game 2 on Nov. 1 at Providence Park! Kickoff is 6:30pm PT!
Featured Specials on Matchday
On Saturday, supporters can pick up a limited edition Krampus scarf through PTFC Authentics; scarf is only available in-stadium.
Check out these special food items available around Providence Park on matchday from Park Provisions.
- Gumbo Mac | Section 103
Cajun comfort meets mac! A dark roux gumbo with shrimp, chicken, andouille sausage, on a classic creamy mac & cheese, topped with fried okra - Zenner's German Style Smoked Sausage | Sections 96 & 121
A local favorite! Seasoned with black pepper, paprika, garlic & Alderwood smoked. Served on a stadium roll with sauerkraut and stone ground mustard - Loaded Cajun Fries | Section 99
Spice it up! Waffle fries with Cajun seasoning, fresh jalapeños, and creamy white queso - Classic Beef Chili with Cornbread | Section 107
Classic matchday comfort! Featuring ground beef chili with beans and a side of classic cornbread
The Storyline
When it comes to Saturday’s matchup, there are few tricks left to deploy. The Timbers and San Diego FC have already played each other three times this season, with two of those matchups coming in a nine-day span – between Decision Day on Oct. 18 and Round One’s Game 1 on Oct. 26.
In 12 single-game elimination scenarios since 2011, the Timbers hold a record of 6-3-3. In penalty-kick shootout scenarios during the MLS Cup Playoffs, Portland is 2-2-0 all-time.
With the Timbers as the Western Conference’s No. 8 seed, Saturday’s match will be the final match at Providence Park for the 2025 campaign.
Matchday Coverage
For complete match coverage, visit the Matchcenter for highlights, notes, lineups, interviews, and more.
How To Watch
Watch the match live on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV, which is available on Apple TV+, online, and Android devices.
On the run? Listen to the match on the radio on 750 The Game or in Spanish on La GranD (KGDD 93.5 FM, 1520 AM).
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