Vincent Janssen scores three goals to lead Portland Timbers past Minnesota United
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Last updated Sep 6, 2026
Vincent Janssen recorded the first hat trick in Portland Timbers history during a Saturday home match against Minnesota United. The 32-year-old forward, who joined the club in late July, also provided an assist on a goal by Ariel Lassiter. Portland initially built a 3-0 lead before Minnesota United erased the deficit to level the score near the hour mark. Janssen responded shortly after by scoring his third goal of the match to restore the lead. The performance represents a significant early impact for the Dutchman within the Portland roster. The victory concludes the match between the two clubs.
- •Vincent Janssen scored three goals and provided one assist for the Portland Timbers.
- •Ariel Lassiter scored one goal for Portland following an assist from Janssen.
- •Minnesota United erased a 3-0 deficit to tie the match near the hour mark.
- •Janssen recorded the first MLS hat trick in the history of the Portland club.
- 5:42 AMYahoo Sports — History! Vincent Janssen scores first Portland Timbers hat trick
- 5:10 AMYahoo Sports — Vincent Janssen scores first 3 MLS goals in Timbers' wild 5-4 victory over Minnesota United
- 4:45 AMYahoo Sports — 🎥 Janssen delivers heroic performance to save new club Portland 🎩
"Vincent Janssen scored early in the second half to finish off a hat trick in his first start and fourth MLS appearance, helping the Portland Timbers outlast Minnesota United 5-4 on Saturday night. Portland (9-10-4) used two goals by Janssen and an own goal by Minnesota United (7-8-8) keeper Drake Callender to jump out to a 3-0 lead in the first 26 minutes. Janssen scored on a penalty kick in the 11th minute, taking the shot after Cole Bassett was fouled by Minnesota United’s Morris Duggan.
"By Dylan ButlerWATCH: Vincent Janssen makes hat trick history for Portland Timbers!It took Vincent Janssen no time to enter the Portland Timbers' record books.In just his fourth match since signing in...
"Vincent Janssen, take a bow. After only joining the club at the end of July, the Dutchman has certainly won over the fandom after a heroic Saturday performance.Portland Timbers hosted Minnesota United...
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 6, 2026, 5:42 AMHistory! Vincent Janssen scores first Portland Timbers hat trick
By Dylan ButlerWATCH: Vincent Janssen makes hat trick history for Portland Timbers!It took Vincent Janssen no time to enter the Portland Timbers' record books.In just his fourth match since signing in...
- Yahoo SportsSep 6, 2026, 5:10 AMVincent Janssen scores first 3 MLS goals in Timbers' wild 5-4 victory over Minnesota United
Vincent Janssen scored early in the second half to finish off a hat trick in his first start and fourth MLS appearance, helping the Portland Timbers outlast Minnesota United 5-4 on Saturday night. Portland (9-10-4) used two goals by Janssen and an own goal by Minnesota United (7-8-8) keeper Drake Callender to jump out to a 3-0 lead in the first 26 minutes. Janssen scored on a penalty kick in the 11th minute, taking the shot after Cole Bassett was fouled by Minnesota United’s Morris Duggan.
- Yahoo SportsSep 6, 2026, 4:45 AM🎥 Janssen delivers heroic performance to save new club Portland 🎩
Vincent Janssen, take a bow. After only joining the club at the end of July, the Dutchman has certainly won over the fandom after a heroic Saturday performance.Portland Timbers hosted Minnesota United...
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