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San Diego FC vs. Minnesota United: 5 biggest storylines for Western Conference Semifinal | MLSSoccer.com San Diego FC will look to continue their historic expansion season when hosting Minnesota United FC on Nov. 24 in a must-watch Western Confe...

NOVEMBER 11, 2025 • MLSSOCCER.COM

San Diego FC vs. Minnesota United: How to watch, stream Western Conference Semifinal | MLSSoccer.com Expansion side San Diego FC and Minnesota United battle in the Western Conference Semifinals, in what should be an action-packed contest.

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Pablo Sisniega - Excellent in relief Sisniega had three saves and secured a clean sheet in Sunday's 4-0 victory over Portland Timbers.

Impact Sisniega got the start with CJ Dos Santos (concussion) on the sideline Sunday, and he kept a clean sheet and booked a place in the next round. The goalkeeper was excellent in his limited action and did enough to keep San Diego's playoff hopes alive. With a break before the second round, Dos Santos could clear concussion protocols before a Nov. 24 clash with Minnesota.

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Hirving Lozano - Assists against Portland Lozano assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 4-0 win over Portland Timbers.

Impact Lozano wasn't deemed fit enough to start during the first round of the playoffs, but that didn't stop him from putting his mark on the match. He found the back of the net off the bench in the second game, and he provided an assist off the bench in the third game. That production off the bench is great, but it would be a major boon if he's deemed fit enough to start for the second round showdown with Minnesota after the break.

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Onni Valakari - Assists in win Valakari assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and three chances created in Sunday's 4-0 win over Portland Timbers.

Impact Valakari set up one goal during Sunday's rout, making the most of his three chances created. The midfielder has been brilliant since making the move to MLS, and he's keeping that going in the playoffs. San Diego will need Valakari firing on all cylinders to keep their first season in the league flying through the playoffs.

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Corey Baird - Assists in win Baird assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and two chances created in Sunday's 4-0 victory versus Portland Timbers. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 55th...

Impact Baird provided one assist during Sunday's 4-0 rout, it was a big assist that pushed San Diego into the second round of the playoffs. Baird assisted twice in the first round of the playoffs, his first goal contributions since joining San Diego, if he can build on these performances he could be crucial to a deep playoff run for the club.

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Anders Dreyer - Nets two more goals Dreyer scored two goals to go with three shots (two on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and seven corners in Sunday's 4-0 win over Portland Timbers.

Impact Dreyer was the MLS newcomer of the season and he showed exactly why during a winner-takes-all round one playoff match. He scored a brace, putting two of his three shots in the back of the net and sending in seven corners. It was an excellent showing, and it's the exact type of performance Dreyer will need to overcome Minnesota in the second round of the playoffs.

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Amahl Pellegrino - Nets brace Pellegrino scored two goals to go with five shots (five on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 4-0 victory versus Portland Timbers.

Impact Pellegrino scored a brace during Sunday's win and did enough to secure a move into the top eight of the MLS Cup playoffs. The attacking midfielder was excellent throughout and proved to be far too much to handle for the Portland backline. Pellegrino will hope to build on this performance as San Diego look for a deep playoff run.

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

San Diego FC 4-0 Portland Timbers: Dreyer and Pellegrino at the double in emphatic playoff win The Portland Timbers were no match for their hosts on Sunday, as San Diego FC booked their spot in the Western Conference semi-finals.

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • BEINSPORTS.COM

San Diego FC rout Timbers, advance to Western Conference semifinals Amahl Pellegrino and Anders Dreyer each scored twice and San Diego FC eased into their first-ever Western Conference semifinal appearance wi...

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Anders Dreyer magic sends San Diego into Conference Semis: "He's amazing" | MLSSoccer.com With their backs against the wall, San Diego FC produced one of their best performances of the season.

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Minnesota United will play at San Diego in next MLS playoff game Nov. 24 The Loons will look to replicate their regular-season victory at San Diego in the Western Conference semifinals.

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

WATCH: Moving on! San Diego FC oust Portland Timbers | MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • MLSSOCCER.COM

San Diego FC vs. Portland Timbers | Full Match Highlights | 2025 Audi MLS Cup Playoffs

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Dreyer and Pellegrino each score 2 goals, San Diego beats Timbers 4-0, advances to conference semis

Anders Dreyer and Amahl Pellegrino scored two goals each to help San Diego FC beat the Portland Timbers 4-0 and win their best-of-3 first-round series in the MLS Cup playoffs

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • Associated Press

Anders Dreyer BANGER Takes The Lead For San Diego! | 2025 Audi MLS Cup Playoffs

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Luca Bombino - Starting Sunday Bombino (illness) is in the starting lineup for Sunday's meeting with Portland Timbers.

Impact Bombino has regained health and will remain active on the left side of a back four in the decisive matchup of the first playoffs round. His presence from kickoff leaves Franco Negri among the substitutes for the third straight game. Assuming he's ready for 90 minutes of play, the 19-year-old could be relied on for a variety of stats, having made multiple clearances, tackles and interceptions in most of his recent games while providing an assist on Oct. 27.

NOVEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Oscar Verhoeven - Sidelined again Verhoeven (lower body) is out for Sunday's match against Portland, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Verhoeven is not going to return in the first round of the playoffs, with the right-back unavailable for the series finale. He will now focus on recovering for the second round, although his return remains up in the air, and his club will have to advance. With Aiden Harangi (lower body) and Verhoeven both out, Ian Pilcher is the likely starter at right-back.

NOVEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Aiden Harangi - Out with lower-body injury Harangi is out for Sunday's match against Portland due to a lower-body injury, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Harangi had to leave the field two matches, and that will lead to his absence for the final match of the series, as the defender is unable to play. This is rough for the club, as he started in three straight games before the injury. That said, Ian Pilcher should see the start at right-back in his place.

NOVEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Deadspin | San Diego FC put season on line in clincher vs. Timbers Deadspin | San Diego FC put season on line in clincher vs. Timbers

NOVEMBER 8, 2025 • DEADSPIN.COM

San Diego FC hosts the Portland Timbers in conference action

San Diego FC takes on the Portland Timbers in Western Conference action

NOVEMBER 8, 2025 • Associated Press

Luca Bombino - Good to go Bombino has overcome an illness and is fully fit for Sunday's clash with Portland, per manager Mikey Varas.

Impact Bombino came off after 50 minutes during the second match against Portland, but that was due to an illness, not injury per manager Mikey Varas. The defender is fully fit for the third match of the opening round and will return straight to the starting XI at left-back. Franco Negri should be back on the bench despite playing 40 minutes last time out.

NOVEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

CJ Dos Santos - Not going to start Dos Santos (head) won't start during Sunday's clash with Portland, per manager Mikey Varas.

Impact Dos Santos isn't going to be available to start for the third match of the opening round of the playoffs. The goalkeeper came off injured in the second leg, and had to be replaced by Pablo Sisniega. Dos Santos would have a chance to return in the second round or later in the playoffs if San Diego advance.

NOVEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Luca Bombino - Spotted in training Bombino (undisclosed) was spotted in team training on Thursday after being forced off with an apparent injury in the last game against Portland, the club posted.

Impact Bombino was forced off in the 50th minute of the last game against Portland due to an undisclosed injury that raised concern among San Diego fans. Seeing him back in team training on Thursday is good news for the new franchise, as the U20 USMNT defender is an undisputed starter at left back and they will need him fit against the Timbers on Sunday.

NOVEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Deadspin | San Diego's Anders Dreyer wins MLS Newcomer of Year Deadspin | San Diego's Anders Dreyer wins MLS Newcomer of Year

NOVEMBER 4, 2025 • DEADSPIN.COM

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Dreyer and Pellegrino each score 2 goals, San Diego beats Timbers 4-0, advances to conference semis

San Diego FC hosts the Portland Timbers in conference action