Portland Timbers allow others to choose their fate but clinch spot in MLS playoffs

Portland Timbers allow others to choose their fate but clinch spot in MLS playoffs

The strategy for the Portland Timbers coming into 2025 was relatively simple: yes, the team was missing a substantial piece from 2024 with the departure of Evander, but what was lost in goals should have been mitigated by an improved defense.

A hurtful shootout for the Portland Timbers on the road

Photo Credit: Portland Timbers F.C.   No miracle and no victory on the road as the Portland Timbers once again fell short of their objective to secure a spot in the postseason, finishing their last home match against San Diego F.C. with disappointment. An early goal by Argentine Pedro De la Rosa proved to be the only score of the contest as the Timbers struggled to create any opportunities to find the net. Seattle Sounders’ goalkeeper Stefan Fre…

Timbers allow others to choose their fate

The strategy for the Portland Timbers coming into 2025 was relatively simple: yes, the team was missing a substantial piece from 2024 with the departure of Evander, but what was lost in goals should have been mitigated by an improved defense.And Portland’s defense is better — notably so when compared to 2024.Portland allowed 56 goals last season. This year, that number has been cut to 44 with one match to play.The catch, of course, is the offens…