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I'm sure many feel the Timbers were unlucky this weekend - perhaps rightly so. For now, at least, I'm not convinced. In the post-game press conference Caleb Porter offered these thoughts about missing Darlington Nagbe; they struck a chord with me, perhaps they will with you too? Porter: "And I think today missing Darlington you could see... Continue Reading →
Over the course of a season, in Major League Soccer, it is likely every team will have players and head coaches/managers who make mistakes that cost a team three points or two points. In a league with a salary cap it's almost expected. The critical piece is not making the same mistake twice. In the Portland... Continue Reading →
Portland Timbers visit FC Dallas Perhaps the two most prolific head coaches in Major League Soccer Soccer meet again this weekend for what many are hoping will be a precursor to the Western Conference playoff finals this year. Some will say the gloss and glamour of this match will be lost with Mauro Diaz and Diego... Continue Reading →
Five -nil and eight goals in two games - the Dynamo are Coyled to strike from anywhere with anyone, to include using the opponent to score for them! All told, Houston have two goals from Andrew Wenger, and one each from Will Bruin, Ricardo Clark, David Horst, Cristian Maidana, Giles Barnes, and Matt Hedges (FC... Continue Reading →
If you're anywhere near being an enthusiast of Major League Soccer, or soccer in general, the tides of potential change in College Soccer should be a welcomed sight. And this latest article from MLSSoccer.com should be mandatory reading to get a feel for how things are progressing. For me, that progress comes as no surprise.... Continue Reading →
Much could be subjectively offered here on the strengths and weaknesses of Jason Kreis and the decision by New York City FC to sack him; but not knowing the details behind the decision means it's not worthy to comment. Instead - some analysis using the foundation of Possession with Purpose - on the why and... Continue Reading →
While the result, and how that result was achieved, will certainly not be lost on the soccer world I do feel and think there is a cause for concern to consider as the Timbers prepare for Vancouver, and beyond, this Sunday. The decision to replace Lucas Melano with George Fochive in the 85th minute. As a caveat,... Continue Reading →
It's the final game of the regular season in MLS and those of us in Portland are hopeful the season continues. In preparation for tomorrow a couple of questions come to mind given their latest form as well as their overall performance this year. First off - and perhaps foremost on everyone's mind is the... Continue Reading →
No detailed statistics today - just a narrative to pass on a few tidbits as I prepare my End of Season analysis for Europe. The news: The European Season is ending. There's the winners, the losers, and those that stay afloat to live another year. I'll peel back the results on the English Premier League,... Continue Reading →
