The Western Conference final was played in Portland, Oregon between FC Dallas and Portland Timbers. FC Dallas came into this game, like New York, the winners of their conference. Dallas found themselves losing at half time 1-0 thanks to a goal from Liam Ridgewell in the 23rd minute. Portland came into the second half and quickly added a second goal with Dairon Asprilla getting himself a goal. Dallas finally found the back of the net in the 62nd minute, giving them an important away goal. In the 90th minute, Nat Borchers gave Portland an important two goal advantage, in a 3-1 victory for Portland. Dallas may have lost 3-1, but they are capable of coming back in the second leg, especially with an away goal in case of a tie.