In a thrilling match at Providence Park, LAFC suffered its first defeat of 2026, losing 2-1 to the Portland Timbers. The match concluded dramatically with Kevin Kelsey scoring in stoppage time, marking LAFC's first loss after an impressive 11-game unbeaten run. LAFC's 17-year-old Jude Terry made headlines by scoring his first professional goal, which temporarily equalized the score at 1-1. However, just moments before, LAFC had a potential game-winning goal ruled out for offside after a review. LAFC's head coach Marc Dos Santos expressed pride in his team's effort, particularly highlighting the contributions of younger players amid a challenging lineup. Notably, goalkeeper Thomas Hasal was substituted in the first half due to a concussion, leading to the debut of Cabral Carter, who faced a tough start but made crucial saves. The match also saw Denis Bouanga achieve his 100th goal contribution in MLS, becoming one of the fastest players to reach this milestone. LAFC now prepares for a crucial match against Cruz Azul in Puebla, Mexico, on April 14, holding a 3-0 aggregate lead in their quarterfinal matchup.