Marco Reus Shines as LA Galaxy Shut Out Portland Timbers 2-0
CARSON, Calif. — October 14, 2026 — The LA Galaxy returned to winning ways Wednesday night, securing a convincing 2-0 victory over the Portland Timbers at Dignity Health Sports Park, with German international Marco Reus leading the charge.
LA Galaxy midfielder Marco Reus prepares to take a free kick during the MLS matchup against the Portland Timbers at Dignity Health Sports Park. The German international played a key role in the Galaxy’s victory, contributing a goal and an assist. Photo by: Shwan Phillip
Following a difficult 6-2 defeat against St. Louis City SC, the Galaxy responded with a much-needed performance, collecting three important points as they continue their push toward the MLS postseason.
An intense moment on the pitch as an LA Galaxy player stretches to challenge a Portland Timbers opponent for possession, capturing the speed, determination, and competitive spirit of the MLS showdown. Photo by: Shwan Phillip
Reus opened the scoring in the 17th minute, finishing a well-executed attacking sequence involving Pablo Ruiz and Robert Taylor to give Los Angeles an early advantage.
An LA Galaxy player advances with the ball under pressure from multiple Portland Timbers defenders, including No. 14, David Ayala Janssen, during an intense MLS matchup. The moment captures the fast-paced action and competitive battle for possession between both sides. Photo by: Shwan Phillip
Portland attempted to respond, but the Galaxy remained organized defensively, with goalkeeper JT Marcinkowski delivering five saves to preserve the clean sheet.
LA Galaxy goalkeeper JT Marcinkowski controls the ball during the match against the Portland Timbers. Marcinkowski delivered a standout performance, recording five saves and securing a clean sheet to help Los Angeles earn a crucial victory. Photo by: Shwan Phillip
In the 80th minute, Reus once again made his presence felt, delivering a precise free kick into the penalty area that defender Justin Haak headed home to double the advantage and seal the victory.
LA Galaxy midfielder Marco Reus strikes the ball during the match against the Portland Timbers. The German international delivered an impressive performance, recording a goal and an assist to help lead the Galaxy to a crucial victory. Photo by: Shwan Phillip
Reus finished the night with a goal and an assist, while Marcinkowski recorded his fourth shutout of the MLS regular season.
LA Galaxy players line up alongside young mascots ahead of their MLS clash against the Portland Timbers. Marco Reus led the Galaxy’s attack with a goal and an assist, while goalkeeper JT Marcinkowski recorded five saves to secure his fourth clean sheet of the regular season. Photo by: Shwan Phillip
The victory improves the Galaxy’s record to 10-11-9 with 39 points, providing a timely boost as the regular season approaches its conclusion.
LA Galaxy players Marco Reus, Mauricio Cuevas, Lucas Kljestan, and Miller gather on the pitch during their MLS matchup against the Portland Timbers. The Galaxy secured three crucial points, improving their record to 10-11-9 with 39 points as they continue their push toward the postseason. Photo by: Shwan Phillip
What’s Next: The LA Galaxy will remain at Dignity Health Sports Park to face San Diego FC on Saturday, October 17, in another important Western Conference matchup.
