Portland Timbers Forward Vincent Janssen Named MLS Player of the Matchday for Hat-Trick Performance

Portland Timbers forward Vincent Janssen was voted the Major League Soccer Player of the Matchday for Matchday 24 of the 2026 MLS Season. Janssen scored three goals, including a penalty and a late winner, to lead the Timbers to a thrilling 5-4 victory over Minnesota United FC, marking the first hat trick in Timbers' MLS history.