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first_reported: 2026-11-08 16:01 PST
updated: 2026-11-08 16:01 PST
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# Timbers beat Austin 2-0, clinch playoff spot

Portland Timbers beat Austin FC 2-0 on Saturday night, clinching a spot in the MLS Cup playoffs.

Section: [Sports](/portland/section/life.md) · Entities: [Portland Timbers](/portland/wiki/portland-timbers.md), [Austin FC](/portland/wiki/austin-fc.md)

## Coverage

- [OPB](https://www.opb.org/article/2026/11/08/timbers-beat-austin-2-0-clinch-playoff-spot/), 2026-11-08 16:01 PST: Timbers beat Austin 2-0, clinch playoff spot

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