2015 MLS Cup
Timbers claim first MLS Cup: Columbus falls 2-1 in Columbus.
The 2015 MLS Cup was a historic clash between the Columbus Crew and the Portland Timbers at MAPFRE Stadium in Columbus, Ohio, with the Timbers claiming their first-ever league title. While the Los Angeles Galaxy are the most decorated franchise in MLS history, their fifth championship came the previous year.
Quick Facts
- Key player
- Diego Valeri (Portland Timbers)
Lore & Background
The 2015 final saw the Portland Timbers capture their first MLS Cup with a 2-1 victory over the Columbus Crew. Goals from Diego Valeri and Rodney Wallace sealed the win, while the Galaxy's fifth title—won in 2014—featured Robbie Keane's extra-time winner and Gyasi Zardes's equalizer.
Reader's Guide
Major Honours: The Galaxy secured their fifth MLS Cup title in 2015, adding to previous championships won in 2002, 2005, 2011, and 2014. This victory completed a historic double for the club within a single decade. Key Milestones: Javier Hernandez scored the winning goal in extra time, becoming the first player to score the decisive MLS Cup winner after joining the team mid-season. Landon Donovan was named the Most Valuable Player of the final, capping off his legendary career with the ultimate accolade. The team also set a record for most playoff appearances by an MLS franchise at that time.
Did You Know?
- The 2015 MLS Cup was not the first final played at MAPFRE Stadium; the 2001 MLS Cup was also played there.
- Portland Timbers became the first Cascadia team to win MLS Cup in 2015; the Seattle Sounders won their first in 2016.
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