David Martinez’s goal in the ninth minute was the lone score as Los Angeles FC defeated Minnesota United in Saint Paul, Minn., on Saturday.

For LAFC (6-2-2, 20 points), the win marked their first since a victory over reigning CONCACAF champions Cruz Azul on April 7.

Minnesota (5-3-2, 17 points) had not lost since a 6-0 defeat to Vancouver on March 15. Loons goalie Drake Callender recorded six saves in Saturday’s loss, his second highest tally of the season.

Martinez’s goal ended a 278-minute stretch without a goal scored in Minnesota’s Allianz Field, a streak spanning three matches.

The match featured a theme of missed opportunities, as Minnesota amassed 11 corner-kick chances compared to LAFC’s two, along with 24 shot attempts to Los Angeles’ seven.

Stephen Eustaquio executed a precise touch through two Minnesota defenders, setting up an in-motion Martinez. From the left side of Minnesota’s penalty area, Martinez struck the ball into the high right corner of the net, securing the only goal of the match.

The victory allowed Hugo Lloris to record his eighth clean sheet in league play this season—leading MLS. It was also LAFC’s third consecutive 1-0 victory over Minnesota United.

LAFC looks to build on this win as they prepare to face Deportivo Toluca FC in the CONCACAF semifinals on Wednesday night.

Minnesota will aim to bounce back against San Jose in MLS play on Tuesday night.

Minnesota and LAFC are scheduled to meet again on Nov. 1 in Los Angeles.