Alan Gordon Goals Record
The veteran target man who delivered clutch moments for the Timbers.
Alan Gordon made a notable impact during his time with the Portland Timbers, arriving from MLS rivals and bringing veteran savvy to the attack. While he was a reliable target forward, he is not the club's all-time leading MLS goal scorer—that honor belongs to Diego Valeri, who netted over 80 MLS goals for Portland. Gordon scored 16 MLS goals for the Timbers, contributing key moments rather than rewriting the record books.
- Record Status
- Key Contributor (Not All-Time Leading Scorer)
Lore & Background
Beyond the statistics, Gordon represented a veteran presence in an era of growth for the franchise. His partnership with playmakers like Diego Valeri created a dynamic threat that kept defenses honest throughout the Western Conference. While he was not the club's all-time leading scorer, his consistency and knack for timely goals made him a valued piece of the Timbers' attacking puzzle.
In Their Own Story
The rain slicked the turf at Providence Park as the final minutes ticked away. A long ball swung into the box, cutting through the defensive line with precision. Alan Gordon made a subtle check, shielding the defender before volting first-time toward the far post. The net rippled instantly, silencing the opposing crowd and igniting the Timbers Army in a roar that echoed off the stadium walls.
Reader's Guide
The defining trophy of Gordon's tenure was the 2015 MLS Cup Championship. During this historic season, his regular-season goals were instrumental in securing the team's playoff positioning within a competitive Western Conference. Throughout the campaign, Gordon provided the clinical edge needed to convert chances against top-tier defenses. His contributions helped build the momentum that carried the squad through the playoffs and into the final match in Columbus. While others scored on the biggest stage of the final, Gordon’s record-breaking consistency during the season laid the foundation for the title run, cementing his place as a key architect of the club's first MLS trophy.
Did You Know?
- Gordon never played for Seattle Sounders FC; his MLS career included stops at LA Galaxy, Chivas USA, and San Jose Earthquakes before joining Portland.
- His stint with the Tampa Bay Rowdies was in the USL (not NASL) in 2013.
- He retired from MLS with 16 goals for the Timbers, not as the club's all-time leading scorer—Diego Valeri holds that distinction.
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