Sunday delivered us three more entertaining matches in MLS, and a handful of tasty narratives to digest.
Let's dig into what went down.
What happened
📸 Kylie Graham-Imagn Images
The afternoon was kicked off by a thrilling showdown in Kansas City, where the Portland Timbers won a six-goal affair thanks to a terrific showing from their attacking quartet of Antony, David Da Costa, Santiago Moreno and Kevin Kelsy.
Kevin Kelsy brace 🇻🇪🔥@TimbersFC back on top again. pic.twitter.com/eRhFyRSHVN
— Major League Soccer (@MLS) April 13, 2025
Meanwhile, Inter Miami huffed and puffed but could only manage a goalless draw in front of a packed house at Soldier Field in Chicago. Luis Suárez appeared to have the ball in the back of the net for a late winner but was denied by the offside flag.
Chicago Fire had three clear chances to score. They’ve kept Inter Miami in the game, and Messi was creating many opportunities for #InterMiamiCF 0-0#CFFC#MLS
— Alonso El Inca (@alonso_inca) April 13, 2025
Finally, the Crew extended their unbeaten start to the campaign with a dramatic comeback win in St. Louis. Talisman Diego Rossi showed why he is in the MVP discussion with a superb winner in the second-half.
Player of day
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Diego Rossi continues to shine for the Crew, helping to mask the Cucho-sized hole in the Columbus attack.
With this winner in St. Louis Sunday evening, the Uruguayan notched his fifth goal of the season, just one shy of the golden boot lead.
Diego Rossi playing at an MVP level. #SundayNightSoccer
— Maximiliano Bretos (@MaxBretosSports) April 14, 2025
Stat of the day
James Pantemis started the season as the Timbers' number two keeper, but he has made the starting job his own with superb performances in recent weeks
Timbers GK James Pantemis has now stopped 3 of 4 PKs this season 👖 #RCTID
FINAL: Timbers 4-2W, second best start in club MLS history as they sit joint-third. ...
