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Alexey Miranchuk scores as Atlanta United edges Timbers 1-0

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 4:47 AM

Last updated Sep 20, 2026

Alexey Miranchuk scores as Atlanta United edges Timbers 1-0

Summary

Atlanta United secured a 1-0 victory over the Portland Timbers on Saturday night in Portland. Alexey Miranchuk scored the decisive goal in the 28th minute, assisted by Miguel Almirón and Júnior Alonso. Lucas Hoyos recorded three saves, helping Atlanta maintain the lead. With this win, Atlanta improves to 7-14-5, while Portland, now 9-12-5, is in danger of losing its playoff position following a second consecutive loss. Atlanta United will next face New York City FC, while Portland will visit the San Jose Earthquakes.

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•Alexey Miranchuk scored his sixth goal of the season.
•Atlanta United improves to 4-2-2 in their last eight matches.
•Lucas Hoyos achieved his third shutout in 26 starts for Atlanta.
•Portland has lost two straight games.
•Timbers remain in ninth in the Western Conference playoff race.

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4:47 AMYahoo Sports — Alexey Miranchuk, Lucas Hoyos lead Atlanta United to 1-0 victory over Timbers

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Alexey Miranchuk scored in the first half and Lucas Hoyos made it stand up for Atlanta United in a 1-0 victory over the Portland Timbers on Saturday night. Miranchuk used assists from Miguel Almirón and Júnior Alonso to score his sixth goal this season and give Atlanta United (7-14-5) the lead in the 28th minute. Miranchuk finished with six goals in 33 appearances last year in his first full season in the league.
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Yahoo SportsSep 20, 2026, 4:47 AM
Alexey Miranchuk, Lucas Hoyos lead Atlanta United to 1-0 victory over Timbers
Alexey Miranchuk scored in the first half and Lucas Hoyos made it stand up for Atlanta United in a 1-0 victory over the Portland Timbers on Saturday night. Miranchuk used assists from Miguel Almirón and Júnior Alonso to score his sixth goal this season and give Atlanta United (7-14-5) the lead in the 28th minute. Miranchuk finished with six goals in 33 appearances last year in his first full season in the league.

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