Tag Archives: Crosses
Defending continues to remain a troubling issue as the Timbers US Open Cup run comes to an end…
A devastating result last night that really highlights all that has been pear-shaped for Portland this year… untimely defensive errors be them fouls in the Defending Final Third or simply poor man-marking. And although this wasn’t an MLS game there is much that can be gleaned from the consistency of team play in MLS this […]
Cascadia Clash – Timbers vs Whitecaps – Excitement builds… gonna be a huge game!
The Portland Timbers closed out May like a lion this year – much more beneficial to their standings in the Western Conference then where they were to begin the month. The pressure got higher and the Timbers responded – and indeed their response came from a full squad of players, over two games, showing that depth […]
Match Preview – Portland Timbers vs New England Revolution
Perhaps you are still buzzing after that stellar victory in Kansas City last Saturday, if so best to (fah-geta-bout-it) and prepare for another tough game. Nothing ever comes easy in this game and an opponent who travels across country is not going to just show up – fanny about – and watch Portland score goals. […]
Match Preview – Portland Timbers vs San Jose Sunday Evening – JELD-WEN
For starters… The long trek through this season doesn’t get any easier and these next two games (back to back) against the Supporters Shield winners from last year will be a huge, if not an inordinately large, challenge for the Timbers. Aye, last weekend we saw a revamped starting 11 and a wholesome result with […]