The San Jose Earthquakes struck first when Löwen crossed from the right and Judd headed past James Pantemis at 4 minutes. At 24, Timo Werner released Beau Leroux, who advanced into the area and found Löwen near the left side of the six-yard box. Löwen finished over Pantemis' right shoulder for his first goal of the season.
Five minutes later, Paul Marie controlled the ball on the right, cut it back and lifted a cross for Judd. The forward volleyed near the edge of the six-yard box to make it 3-0 and complete his brace. Judd's second goal was his 15th in the championship, the league's sixth-highest total.
The Portland Timbers finally responded 41 minutes into the second half. Eric Izoita's delivery released Da Costa, who finished from close range to set the final score. Edwards Jr. made seven saves - a career record - in his second start of the season.
The match highlights came in San Jose's early surge. The key stats were Judd's two goals, Löwen's first of the season and Edwards Jr.'s seven saves. In summary, the result gave the Earthquakes their first win by more than one goal in four months.