Santiago Moreno had a goal and an assist as the Portland Timbers defeated visiting Real Salt Lake 2-1 on Wednesday night, giving interim coach Miles Joseph his first MLS victory. Felipe Mora also scored and David Bingham made four saves for the Timbers (7-11-8, 29 points), who snapped a four-match losing streak in all competitions.

Moreno scored in the 13th minute thanks to some sloppy defending by RSL. The Timbers doubled their advantage in the 64th minute. They sent the ball to Moreno just inside the right edge of the penalty area, and he settled it and passed to a charging Mora, who put a one-timer from 10 yards out into the upper right corner of the net.

Arango tallied for RSL in the 83rd minute, redirecting Brayan Vera's 20-yard shot into the lower right corner of the net.

Both teams had multiple players sidelined due to injuries, but the Timbers were able to come out on top and secure their first win under their new interim coach. This victory will surely boost their confidence as they continue to compete in the MLS.