Rodriguez scores header to give Timbers lead in win over Earthquakes

Portland Timbers soccer

Portland Timbers forward Jonathan Rodríguez (#14) looks toward the crowd after netting his second goal of the match against the San Jose Earthquakes at Providence Park in Portland, Oregon on Wednesday, May 15, 2024.Sean Meagher/The Oregonian

SAN JOSE — Jonathan Rodriguez scored on a header in the 72nd minute and the Portland Timbers extended their unbeaten streak to five straight games with a 2-1 victory over the San Jose Earthquakes on Wednesday night.

Evander also scored for the Timbers (6-7-6). Earthquakes goalkeeper Jacob Jackson, making his first start of the season, failed to clear the ball and Evander took advantage, gaining control and scoring his eighth of the season in the 22nd minute.

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