Portland Timbers defeat Club Tijuana in Leagues Cup debut for Martí Cifuentes

The Portland Timbers secured a 3-1 victory over Club Tijuana in their final Leagues Cup 2026 match. The game marked the debut of Martí Cifuentes as the club’s new head coach.

Club Tijuana took an early lead in the 19th minute through a goal by Mourad El Ghezouani. Despite the early deficit and a physical performance from the Tijuana squad, Portland managed to overcome the deficit to win the match.