Timbers to host first MLS Cup after dispatching RSL

Felipe Mora scored early, Santiago Moreno added a goal from distance after halftime, and the Portland Timbers reached their third MLS Cup final Saturday night with a 2-0 victory over visiting Real Salt Lake in the Western Conference final.

Steve Clark made three saves to preserve his second consecutive playoff shutout and seal No. 4 seed Portland's first-ever chance to host the final.

Portland won its only MLS Cup title