In Portland, Oregon, Vincent Janssen scored a hat trick in his first start for the Timbers, leading them to a 5-4 victory over Minnesota United. The Timbers jumped to a 3-0 lead in the first half, but Minnesota responded with two goals before halftime. Janssen completed his hat trick in the second half, and despite a late goal from Minnesota, the Timbers secured the win.
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