2019 Portland Timbers season

The 2019 Portland Timbers season is the 33rd season in their existence and the 9th season for the Portland Timbers in Major League Soccer (MLS), the top-flight professional soccer league in the United States and Canada. The season covers the period from the end of the Timber's last match in MLS or MLS Playoffs in 2018 (December 8, 2018) to their final match in MLS or MLS Playoffs in 2019 (October 19, 2019).

Portland Timbers
2019 season
PresidentMerritt Paulson
Head coachGiovanni Savarese
StadiumProvidence Park
Portland, Oregon
(Capacity: 25,218)
Major League SoccerConference: 6th
Overall:11th
MLS Cup PlayoffsFirst round
U.S. Open CupSemifinals
Cascadia CupRunner-up
Highest home attendancePreseason:
N/A
Regular season:
25,218
Open Cup:
16,235
Lowest home attendancePreseason:
N/A
Regular season:
25,218
Open Cup:
16,235
Average home league attendancePreseason:
N/A
Regular season:
25,218
Open Cup:
16,235
Biggest win4–0
HOU (June 22)
LAG (July 27)
Biggest defeat4–1
LAFC (March 10)
Primary colors
Secondary colors
All statistics correct as of July 29, 2019.

Background
See also: 2018 Portland Timbers season

Season review by month

Off season

On December 10, Zarek Valentin has signed a new contract.[1]

Portland also announced roster moves that include recalling Eryk Williamson's loan from Portuguese first-division side Clube Desportivo Santa Clara. Andy Polo is now under contract with Portland after reaching a performance threshold included in his loan agreement. Portland exercised contract options on goalkeeper Kendall McIntosh, defenders Modou Jadama and Bill Tuiloma, and forwards Jeremy Ebobisse and Foster Langsdorf. Midfielder Cristhian Paredes remains on loan with Portland from Liga MX side Club América.

Portland did not exercise contract options on midfielders Victor Arboleda, Tomás Conechny, Andrés Flores and Lawrence Olum. Goalkeepers Jake Gleeson and Steve Clark are out of contract while defender Roy Miller and midfielder Jack Barmby are also out of contract. Portland announced they are in discussions with Conechny, Florés, and Clark for the upcoming season. Gleeson and Miller will now be available for free agency. Samuel Armenteros' loan will expire on December 31, 2018.[2]

Later on in the day, Portland also announced the signings of Portland Timbers 2 midfielders Marvin Loría and Renzo Zambrano.[3]

Portland released its protected list ahead of the 2018 MLS Expansion Draft. The protected players are Jeff Attinella, Sebastián Blanco, Diego Chara, Jeremy Ebobisse, Marco Farfan, David Guzmán, Foster Langsdorf, Larrys Mabiala, Lucas Melano, Cristhian Paredes, Andy Polo, Diego Valeri, Jorge Villafaña, and Eryk Williamson. FC Cincinnati are allowed to select up to five players from the eligible MLS player pool. Only a single player can be drafted from any one club.[4]

On December 13, former Portland midfielder Ned Grabavoy was appointed to club technical director.[5]

On December 14, Portland passed on round one of the 2018 MLS Re-Entry Draft.[6]

On December 20, forward Jeremy Ebobisse was named to the U.S. Men's National Team roster for January training camp.[7] Later that day, Portland passed on round two of the 2018 MLS Re-Entry Draft.[8]

On December 27, Portland traded right back Alvas Powell to Major League Soccer side FC Cincinnati for $250,000 in General Allocation Money. Portland will also retain a percentage of the international transfer value on Powell.[9]

On January 4, Portland's fixtures for the Mobile Mini Sun Cup preseason was released.[10]

On January 7, MLS released the 2019 schedule for all clubs.[11]

On January 10, center back and former club captain Liam Ridgewell mutually agreed to part ways with the club. He has been with the club since 2014.[12]

On January 11, Portland selected American forward Ryan Sierakowski from Michigan State and German defender Lennart Hein from Saint Louis University in the first two rounds of the 2019 MLS SuperDraft.[13]

On January 14, Portland selected American defender Francesco Moore from Indiana and Venezuelan midfielder David Zalzman from Memphis in the final third and forth rounds of the 2019 MLS SuperDraft.[14]

On January 15, Portland announced their full preseason plans which include trips to Costa Rica and Tucson, Arizona.[15]

On January 16, Portland acquire MLS rights to French defender Claude Dielna from New England Revolution.[16]

On January 18, Portland signed goalkeeper Aljaž Ivačič from Slovenian PrvaLiga side NK Olimpija Ljubljana.[17]

Later that day, it was announced that David Guzmán and [Marvin Loría were called up by Costa Rica for the match against USA on February 2, 2019.[18]

Preseason

On January 21, Portland club players reported in for the start of the 2019 MLS Preseason.[19]

On January 22, Portland Timbers eMLS competitor Edgar Guerrero finished in a tie for fifth on points with a record of 4-3-2 at the 2019 eMLS League Series One held in Los Angeles.[20]

On January 25, Portland announced the re-signing of goalkeeper Steve Clark and midfielder Andrés Flores for the 2019 season. Portland announced that midfielder Tomás Conechny has returned from his loan from Superliga Argentina club San Lorenzo while Eryk Williamson also returned from his loan with Portuguese first-division side C.D. Santa Clara.[21]

On January 29, Portland released their 2019–20 home kit that features ponderosa green and green night hoops with ponderosa green sleeves with native gold and white trims. It is the first time since the 2003 season that the team used a hoop design.[22]

On February 4, Portland played their first preseason match against Deportivo Saprissa and won 4–0. Goals were scored by Dairon Asprilla in the 9th minute, a brace from Lucas Melano in the 32nd and 45+1 minute, and Tomás Conechny in the 61st minute.

On February 7, Portland ended their Costa Rica preseason campaign by defeating C.S. Herediano 3–1. Goals were scored by Lucas Melano in the 31st minute, Andrés Flores in the 60th minute, and Foster Langsdorf in the 69th minute. Portland now travels to Tucson, Arizona to take part in the 2019 Mobile Mini Sun Cup for their final portion of preseason.

On February 13, Portland began renegotiation terms of their deal with NK Olimpija Ljubljana on goalkeeper Aljaž Ivačič, after he was found to have a leg injury.[23]

Later that evening, Portland began their first of three matches in the 2019 Mobile Mini Sun Cup against Seattle Sounders FC. Portland defeated Seattle 2–1 with goals from a successfully converted penalty by Diego Valeri in the 40th minute and the game winner from Jeremy Ebobisse, assisted by Dairon Asprilla in the 88th minute.

On February 15, goalkeeper Aljaž Ivačič underwent successful surgery to repair a left tibial stress fracture. He is expected to return to play in 6–8 weeks.[24]

On February 16, Portland played their second match in the 2019 Mobile Mini Sun Cup against New York Red Bulls. The match ended in a draw with goals from Jeremy Ebobisse, assisted by Sebastián Blanco in the 62nd minute. The final goal was a successfully converted penalty by Diego Valeri in the 90th minute.

On February 17, Portland Timbers eMLS competitor Edgar "RCTID_Thiago" Guerrero finished second overall with a record of 5–1–3 at the 2019 eMLS League Series Two held in Frisco, Texas. Guerrero finished first in the Western Conference and lost in the final versus Philadelphia Union's Cormac "doolsta" Dooley 2–1 in a best of three.[25]

On February 20, Portland signed Paraguayan right back Jorge Moreira on loan from Argentine Primera División side River Plate with purchase option.[26]

Later that evening, Portland played their third match in the 2019 Mobile Mini Sun Cup against Phoenix Rising FC. The match ended in a loss for Portland with a final score of 0–1 and Sebastián Blanco being sent off in the 90th minute.

On February 22, Portland acquired $100,000 in Targeted Allocation Money (TAM) in 2019 and $50,000 in General Allocation Money (GAM) in 2010 to D.C. United for a 2019 international slot.[27]

On February 23, Portland defeated Real Salt Lake 3–0 in their final preseason match in the 2019 Mobile Mini Sun Cup. Goals were scored by Jeremy Ebobisse in the 5th minute, assisted by Sebastián Blanco, Blanco in the 44th minute, assisted by Diego Valeri and Andy Polo, and Polo in the 72nd minute assisted by Valeri.

March

On March 2, Portland kicked off their 2019 MLS Campaign by traveling to Commerce City, Colorado to take on Colorado Rapids at DICK'S Sporting Goods Park. The match called for an orange Adidas ball due to the growing amount of snow on the pitch throughout the match. Goals were scored by Diego Valeri in the 29th minute. Sebastián Blanco scored in the 45+1 minute, and an own goal from Deklan Wynne would put the Portland up by three; however a late goal from Andre Shinyahiki in the final moments of stoppage time would level Colorado and the match ended in a 3–3 draw.

On March 10, Portland traveled to Los Angeles, California to face Los Angeles FC at Banc of California Stadium. Diego Chara received two yellows, one in the 35th minute and the other in the 72nd minute which would lead to a red card. The lone scorer was Jeremy Ebobisse in the 29th minute, assisted by Diego Valeri. Portland would fall 1–4, making it their only and largest loss of the season so far.

On March 17, Portland traveled to Cincinnati, Ohio to play against FC Cincinnati in their first league game, and their MLS home opener, at Nippert Stadium. Portland without Diego Chara due to a red card last match, ended up getting shutout 0–3 while Larrys Mabiala would be carded twice, sending him off in the 70th minute.

On March 19, Portland midfielders Cristhian Paredes was called up for the Paraguay national team and Andy Polo was called up for the Peru national team. Additionally, forward Jeremy Ebobisse, defender Marco Farfan and midfielder Eryk Williamson have been named to the U.S. U-23 Men's National Team.[28]

On March 30, Edgar "RCTID_Thiago" Guerrero competed in the 2019 eMLS Cup held at PAX East in Boston, Massachusetts. Guerrero defeated San Jose Earthquakes Alan "CaliSCG" Ortega with a 3–1 win in the knockout round but fell to FC Dallas' AlanAvi in the 2019 eMLS Cup Western Conference Semifinals with a score of 1–0.[29]

On March 31, Portland traveled to Carson, California to play against LA Galaxy at Dignity Health Sports Park. Larrys Mabiala was not available due to a red card last match. LA was awarded and successfully converted two penalties, both taken by Zlatan Ibrahimović. Jeremy Ebobisse was the lone scorer, assisted by Diego Valeri and David Guzmán. Portland ended up losing 2–1.

April

On April 6, Portland traveled to San Jose, California to play San Jose Earthquakes at Avaya Stadium. Diego Valeri attempted to convert an awarded penalty but was unsuccessful from a save from goalkeeper, Daniel Vega. Portland's losing streak continues after a 0–3 defeat, placing them on both the bottom of the Western Conference and Supporters' Shield table.

On April 11, Portland revealed their 2019 Parley kit that will be used during the April 20 match against Columbus Crew SC.[30]

On April 13, Portland traveled to Frisco, Texas to play FC Dallas at Toyota Stadium. Portland was defeated 1–2 with the only goalscorer being Cristhian Paredes, assisted by Sebastián Blanco and Diego Chará.

On April 20, Portland traveled to Columbus, Ohio to play against former Portland head coach Caleb Porter and the Columbus Crew SC at MAPFRE Stadium. After seven matches, Portland finally found their first win of the season with a final score of 3–1. The first goal was scored by Larrys Mabiala, assisted by Diego Valeri. The second goal was scored by Jeremy Ebobisse, assisted by Sebastián Blanco. The final goal was scored by Jorge Moreira, assisted by Sebastián Blanco and Cristhian Paredes.

On April 27, Portland traveled to Toronto, Ontario, Canada to play against Toronto FC at BMO Field. Portland was successful at defeated Toronto with a score of 2–1. The first goal was scored by Bill Tuiloma, assisted by Diego Valeri in the 22nd minute. The second goal scorer was Jeremy Ebobisse, assisted by Sebastián Blanco and Diego Valeri in the 70th minute.

May

On May 2, Bill Tuiloma was awarded goal of the week for week 9.[31]

On May 4, Portland traveled to Sandy, Utah to face Real Salt Lake at Rio Tinto Stadium. Portland defeated Real Salt Lake with a final score of 2–1. Goals were scored by Sebastián Blanco in the 34th minute and the final goal scored by Diego Valeri in the 68th minute. Portland's win streak continues to three matches. Valeri's goal made him the ninth player in MLS to reach 70 goals and 70 assists.[32]

On May 6, Portland traded defensive midfielder David Guzmán to Columbus Crew SC in exchange for a 2019 international roster slot.[33] Shortly after, Portland announced the signing of their new Designated Player, Argentine forward Brian Fernández from Mexican club Necaxa.[34]

On May 11, Portland traveled to Vancouver, B.C. to play their first Cascadia Cup rivalry match of the 2019 campaign against the Vancouver Whitecaps FC. Portland were defeated in a 0–1 shutout, ending their three-match win streak.

On May 15, Portland traveled to Houston, Texas to take on Houston Dynamo. Portland's newest Designated Player and forward Brian Fernández made his debut and scored within 11 minutes after he subbed. Portland would settle for a point on the road after a 1–1 draw.

On May 20, midfielder Andrés Flores was announced as a preliminary pick to the El Salvador national team for the 2019 CONCACAF Gold Cup.[35]

On May 21, midfielder Eryk Williamson was announced to the U.S. Senior and U-23 Men's National Team preparation camp from May 26 to June 2 in Annapolis, Maryland.[36]

On May 25, Portland concluded their long away campaign in Chester, Pennsylvania as they defeated Philadelphia Union 3–1. New striker Brian Fernández made his first start and captured his first brace with goals in the 31st minute assisted by Andy Polo, and the second in the 36th minute with assists from Diego Chara and Diego Valeri. The final goal was scored by Diego Valeri, assisted by Sebastián Blanco in the 87th minute. Portland now returns to Providence Park for their home opener of the 2019 MLS campaign on June 1.

On May 30, it was announced that Portland will travel to Tacoma, Washington where they will face Seattle Sounders FC at Cheney Stadium for the fourth round of the 2019 U.S. Open Cup.

June

On June 1, Portland hosted Los Angeles FC in front of a Providence Park record crowd of 25,218 for their home opener for the 2019 season. Portland was defeated with a score of 2–3. Goals were scored by Cristhian Paredes in the 46th minute and by Brian Fernández, assisted by Jeremy Ebobisse and Jorge Villafaña in the 84th minute.

On June 7, Portland midfielder Andrés Flores was called up for the El Salvador national team for the 2019 CONCACAF Gold Cup; meanwhile, midfielder Andy Polo was named to the Peru national team for the 2019 Copa América.[37]

On June 9, Portland left back Marco Farfan and midfielder Eryk Williamson are called up for the U.S. U-23 Men's National Team for a domestic training camp from June 9 through 16 in Herriman, Utah.[38]

On June 12, Portland traveled to Tacoma, Washington to play their first 2019 U.S. Open Cup match against Seattle Sounders FC in the fourth round at Cheney Stadium. Portland advanced with a 2–1 victory with both goals scored by Brian Fernández, assisted by Diego Valeri, Sebastián Blanco, and Jeremy Ebobisse.

On June 13, it was announced that Portland will host LA Galaxy in the round of 16 in the 2019 U.S. Open Cup.

On June 19, Portland hosted LA Galaxy in the Round of 16 of the 2019 U.S. Open Cup. Portland advanced with a 4–0 victory, marking their first clean sheet of the 2019 season. Goals were scored by Perry Kitchen (own goal) in the 28th minute, Brian Fernández in the 34th minute, Sebastián Blanco in the 37th Minute, and Jorge Moreira, assisted by Brian Fernández in the 82nd minute.

On June 20, Los Angeles Football Club defeated San Jose Earthquakes 3–1. This result means that Portland will travel to Banc of California Stadium for the quarterfinals of the 2019 U.S. Open Cup on July 10. Diego Chará was selected by Orlando City SC head coach James O'Connor to participate in the 2019 MLS All-Star game on July 29 against Atlético Madrid.[39]

On June 22, Portland defeated Houston Dynamo at home with a final score of 4–0. Marvin Loría received his first start with the first team since joining from Portland Timbers 2. His start was promptly celebrated with Loría being the first goal scorer of the match in the 39th minute, assisted by Jorge Moreira and Diego Valeri. Valeri would successfully convert an awarded penalty in the 61st minute. Brian Fernández continued his goal streak by scoring in the 63rd minute, assisted by Diego Valeri. Finally, Jeremy Ebobisse would be the final scorer in the 75th minute, assisted by Valeri. Goalkeeper, Steve Clark would receive his second shutout, continuing his two match streak.

On June 24, Diego Valeri, Marvin Loría, and Brian Fernández were announced to Team of the Week: Week 16. Diego Valeri was announced as the Player of the Week for Week 16.[40][41] Diego Chará was selected to the 2019 MLS All-Star Game roster for the match against Atlético Madrid on July 31, 2019.

On June 26, Portland traveled to Saputo Stadium to face Montreal Impact. With a mixed roster, Portland were defeated 1–2 with the only goal scorer being Tomás Conechny, assisted by Julio Cascante and Marvin Loría.

On June 30, Portland hosted and defeated FC Dallas 1–0. Brian Fernández set an MLS record with his fifth consecutive league goal. He scored in the 42nd minute with an assist from Sebastián Blanco.

July

On July 2, Portland announced the multiyear contract extensions of coaching staff members Giovanni Savarese, Carlos Llamosa, Miles Joseph, Guillermo “Memo” Valencia and Shannon Murray.[42]

On July 7, Portland traveled to Yankee Stadium where they defeated New York City FC 1–0. The lone goalscorer was Sebastián Blanco in the 14th minute.

On July 10, Portland traveled to Los Angeles, California to play against Los Angeles Football Club at Banc of California Stadium for the quarterfinal round of the 2019 U.S. Open Cup. Portland emerged victorious with a late goal in the 84th minute by Jeremy Ebobisse making the final score 1–0. Portland will now travel to Allianz Field in St Paul, Minnesota to play Minnesota United FC on August 7.

On July 15, Portland drew Colorado Rapids at home to a final score of 2–2. Marco Farfan was subbed out early due to an injury in 10th minute, Tommy Smith scored an own goal for the Timbers, Julio Cascante was sent off with a straight red in the 55th minute for a serious foul, and Diego Valeri successfully converted a penalty in the 63rd minute.

On July 16, Portland and Lucas Melano mutually agree to terminate his contract.[43]

On July 18, Portland hosted Orlando City SC to a 1–1 draw. The lone goal scorer was in the 82nd minute by Jeremy Ebobisse.

On July 21, Portland traveled to CenturyLink Field in Seattle, Washington to face local rival Seattle Sounders FC. Portland ended Seattle's undefeated home streak with a final score of 2–1, with both goals from Brian Fernández in the 20th and 51st minute.

On July 27, Portland hosted LA Galaxy for the final match of July. Portland dominated Los Angeles to a 4–0 victory. Cristhian Paredes captured a brace with goals in the 37th (assisted by: Jorge Moreira and Diego Valeri) and in the 81st minute (assisted by: Jorge Villafaña). Diego Valeri scored in the 41st minute (assisted by: Sebastián Blanco). Jeremy Ebobisse scored the final goal in the 88th minute (assisted by: Jorge Villafaña and Renzo Zambrano). Dairon Asprilla was issued a straight red in the 90+4 minute for violent conduct. LA Galaxy's Efrain Álvarez and Diego Polenta were also issued straight reds for violent conduct.

On July 29, Portland's secondary goalkeeper Jeff Attinella underwent successful surgery to repair anterior labrum tear in right shoulder. He is placed on the Season-ending injury list.[44]

August

On August 4, Portland traveled to Allianz Field in St. Paul, Minnesota to face Minnesota United FC. During the final minutes of stoppage time, Minnesota was awarded a penalty after a VAR review citing Larrys Mabiala with a handball in the box. Minnesota would successfully convert the penalty claiming a late 0–1 victory. Portland will remain in Minnesota for their semifinal match of the 2019 U.S. Open Cup on Wednesday against the same club.

On August 7, Portland's 2019 U.S. Open Cup run came to an end as they were defeated 2–1 by Minnesota United FC with the lone goal being scored by Brian Fernández (assisted by Jeremy Ebobisse) in the 45+2 minute.

On August 10, Portland hosted Vancouver Whitecaps FC for their third of four Cascadia Cup matches. Portland defeated the Whitecaps 3–1, placing them currently first in Cascadia Cup standings. Goals were scored by Sebastián Blanco (assisted by: Diego Valeri) in the 28th minute, Marvin Loría (assisted by: Sebastián Blanco) in the 55th minute, and Jeremy Ebobisse (assisted by: Tomás Conechny and Diego Valeri) in the 90th minute.

On August 14, Portland continued their ten home match run as they faced Chicago Fire. Portland defeated Chicago 3–2 after Fire midfielder Aleksandar Katai was sent off for a high elbow on Julio Cascante in the half hour mark. The first goal was scored by Jorge Moreira in the 11th minute. Brian Fernández captured a brace with goals in 21st minute (assisted by: Cristhian Paredes and Jorge Moreira) and again in the 88th minute (assisted by: Tomás Conechny and Diego Valeri).

On August 18, Portland was defeated at home to Atlanta United FC to a final score of 0–2.

On August 23, Portland hosted their rivals, Seattle Sounders FC to the final Cascadia Cup regular season meeting of the year. Portland's supporters, the Timbers Army performed a silent protest until the 33rd minute, showing their upset on the Iron Front ban. Portland was defeated 1–2 and Seattle won the 2019 Cascadia Cup. The lone goalscorer was Diego Valeri in the 54th minute.

On August 31, Portland hosted Real Salt Lake to a 1–0 victory. The lone goalscorer was Diego Valeri (assisted by: Andrés Flores).

September

On September 3, three Portland midfielders were called up for their national teams. Cristhian Paredes was called up for friendlies with Paraguay against Japan on September 5 and Jordan on September 10. Renzo Zambrano was called up by Venezuela for a friendly against Colombia on September 10. Andrés Flores was called up by El Salvador for CONCACAF Nations League matches against St. Lucia and the Dominican Republic on September 7 and 10.[45]

On September 7, Portland defeated Sporting Kansas City 2–1 at home with a late stoppage time goal. The goal scorers were Jeremy Ebobisse in the 83rd minute, and Brian Fernández (assisted By: Diego Valeri and Tomás Conechny) in the 90+4 minute.

On September 15, Portland was defeated at home by D.C. United 0–1. Bill Tuiloma scored an own goal.

On September 18, Portland was defeated at home by New York Red Bulls with a final score of 0–2.

On September 22, Portland drew 0–0 at home against Minnesota United FC.

On September 25, Portland drew 2–2 at home against New England Revolution, ending their ten match home streak.

On September 29, Portland traveled for their final away match to face Kansas City FC. Brian Fernández was sent off in the 36th minute for violent conduct. The final score was 2–2 with goals scored by Sebastián Blanco in the 29th minute and successfully converted penalty in the 85th minute by Dairon Asprilla. This draw keeps Portland in the running for the 2019 MLS Cup playoffs; however, they will need a victory or draw for their final match to guarantee a spot.

October

On October 6, Portland hosted and defeated San Jose Earthquakes with a score of 3–1 for their final regular season match, granting them entry into the 2019 MLS Cup Playoffs. The goal scorers were Larrys Mabiala (assisted by: Jorge Villafaña and Dairon Asprilla) in the 29th minute. Dairon Asprilla in the 59th minute, and Sebastián Blanco in the 75th minute. Steve Clark was awarded the Timbers Army player of the year. Portland will travel to face Real Salt Lake on October 19.

On October 9, two Portland midfielders were called up for their national teams. Cristhian Paredes was called up by Paraguay for friendlies against Serbia on Oct 10 and Slovakia on October 13. Renzo Zambrano was called up by Venezuela for friendlies against Bolivia and Trinidad and Tobago on October 10 and 14.[46]

On October 19, Portland fell 1–2 to Real Salt Lake at Rio Tinto Stadium, thus ending their 2019 MLS campaign. The lone goalscorer was Dairon Asprilla in the 47th minute (assisted by: Sebastián Blanco).

Team kits

Supplier: Adidas / Sponsor: Alaska Air

Primary
Secondary

Coaching staff and front office

Executive staff
Position Staff
Chief executive officer Merritt Paulson
President of business Mike Golub
GM and president of soccer Gavin Wilkinson
Sr. VP, operations Ken Puckett
Sr. VP, ticket sales and services Joe Cote
Sr. VP, business operations and marketing Cory Dolich
Sr. VP, corporate partnerships Todd Spear
VP, communications Chris Metz
VP, broadcasting Matt Smith
VP, guest services and event sales Ashley Highsmith
VP, community impact Kristel Wissel
VP, finance Jessica Guenther

Last updated: March 19, 2019
Source:

Coaching staff
Position Staff
Head coach Giovanni Savarese
Assistant coach Miles Joseph
Assistant coach Carlos Llamosa
Goalkeeping coach Guillermo Valencia
Video/data analyst Shannon Murray
Head athletic trainer Jon MacGregor, ATC
Athletic trainer Taichi Kitagawa, ATC
Athletic trainer Alex Margarito, ATC
Director, sports science Nick Milanos
Performance specialist Charles Burdick
Performance physical therapist Matthew Weston

Last updated: January 24, 2019
Source: Portland Timbers

Grounds
Ground (capacity and dimensions) Providence Park (25,218 / 110x75 yards)
Training ground Adidas Training Facility

Source: Providence Park

Squad Information

First team
As of July 16, 2019[47][48]
    No. Name Nat Positions Since Date of birth (Age) Signed from Games Goals
    Goalkeepers
    1 Jeff Attinella (SEIL) GK 2017 (1988-09-29) September 29, 1988 Minnesota United FC 32 0
    12 Steve Clark GK 2018 (1986-04-29) April 29, 1986 free transfer 1 0
    31 Aljaž Ivačič (INT) GK 2019 (1993-12-29) December 29, 1993 NK Olimpija Ljubljana 0 0
    43 Kendall McIntosh GK 2017 (1994-01-24) January 24, 1994 Portland Timbers 2 1 0
    Defenders
    2 Jorge Moreira (INT) (L) RB 2019 (1990-02-01) February 1, 1990 River Plate 16 1
    4 Jorge Villafaña LB 2018 (1989-09-16) September 16, 1989 Santos Laguna 85 2
    5 Claude Dielna DF 2019 (1987-12-14) December 14, 1987 New England Revolution 0 0
    16 Zarek Valentin LB / RB 2016 (1991-08-06) August 6, 1991 FK Bodø/Glimt 63 1
    18 Julio Cascante (INT) CB 2018 (1993-10-03) October 3, 1993 Deportivo Saprissa 16 0
    25 Bill Tuiloma (INT) DF / CDM / CB 2017 (1995-03-27) March 27, 1995 free transfer 30 2
    26 Modou Jadama RB 2018 (1994-03-17) March 17, 1994 free transfer 1 0
    32 Marco Farfan (HG) LB 2017 (1998-11-12) November 12, 1998 Portland Timbers 2 16 0
    50 Larrys Mabiala (INT) CB 2017 (1987-10-08) October 8, 1987 Kayserispor 67 6
    Midfielders
    8 Diego Valeri (DP) (C) CAM 2013 (1988-03-15) March 15, 1988 Lanús 218 80
    10 Sebastián Blanco (DP) MF / FW 2017 (1990-03-05) March 5, 1990 San Lorenzo 91 24
    14 Andrés Flores CDM 2018 (1990-08-31) August 31, 1990 free transfer 21 0
    19 Tomás Conechny (INT) (L) MF 2018 (1998-03-30) March 30, 1998 San Lorenzo 13 1
    21 Diego Chara CDM 2011 (1986-04-05) April 5, 1986 Deportes Tolima 224 7
    22 Cristhian Paredes (L) CDM 2018 (1998-05-18) May 18, 1998 América (34 on Loan) (5 on Loan)
    30 Eryk Williamson (HG) MF 2018 (1997-06-11) June 11, 1997 D.C. United 0 0
    40 Renzo Zambrano (INT) MF 2018 (1994-08-26) August 26, 1994 Portland Timbers 2 0 0
    Forwards
    7 Brian Fernández (DP) (INT) FW 2019 (1994-09-26) September 26, 1994 Necaxa 11 8
    11 Andy Polo ST / W 2018 (1994-09-29) September 29, 1994 Morelia (14 on Loan) (0 on Loan)
    17 Jeremy Ebobisse FW 2017 (1997-02-14) February 14, 1997 2017 MLS SuperDraft 53 11
    27 Dairon Asprilla RW / LW / FW 2015 (1992-05-25) May 25, 1992 Atlético Nacional 76 5
    28 Foster Langsdorf (HG) FW 2018 (1995-12-14) December 14, 1995 N/A 0 0
    44 Marvin Loría (INT) FW 2018 (1997-04-24) April 24, 1997 Portland Timbers 2 8 1

    Second team
    See also: 2019 Portland Timbers 2 season

    eMLS team
    As of December 11, 2018[49][50]
    Name Nat Since Gamer tag
    Players
    Edgar Guerrero  United States 2018 RCTID_Thiago

    Competitions

    Competitions overview
    Competition Record Start Round First Match Last Match Final Position (Conference)
    G W D L GF GA GD Win %
    Major League Soccer * 34 14 7 13 52 49 +3 041.18 1 March 2, 2019 October 6, 2019 11th (6th Western)
    MLS Cup Playoffs 1 0 0 1 1 2 −1 000.00 First round October 19, 2019 October 19, 2019 Round 1
    U.S. Open Cup 4 3 0 1 8 3 +5 075.00 4 June 12, 2019 August 7, 2019 Semifinals
    Total 39 17 7 15 61 54 +7 043.59

    Updated to match played October 19, 2019
    Source: Competitions

    Major League Soccer

    Preseason
    Costa Rica

      Win   Draw   Loss   Upcoming fixture

    February 4, 2019 1Saprissa 0–4 Portland TimbersSan Rafael de Guatuso, Costa Rica
    08:00 PST Report
    		Stadium: Sports Complex Fedefutbol-Plycem
    February 7, 2019 2Herediano 1–3 Portland TimbersSan Rafael de Guatuso, Costa Rica
    08:25 PST
    		Report
    		Stadium: Sports Complex Fedefutbol-Plycem
    Mobile Mini Sun Cup
    See also: 2019 Mobile Mini Sun Cup

      Win   Draw   Loss   Upcoming fixture

    February 13, 2019 1Portland Timbers2–1Seattle Sounders FCTucson, Arizona
    18:00 PST
    		Report
    		Stadium: Kino North Stadium
    February 16, 2018 2New York Red Bulls2–2Portland TimbersTucson, Arizona
    16:00 PST
    		Report
    		Stadium: Kino North Stadium
    February 20, 2018 3Portland Timbers0–1Phoenix Rising FCTucson, Arizona
    17:00 PST
    		Report
    		Stadium: Kino North Stadium
    February 23, 2018 4Portland Timbers3–0Real Salt LakeTucson, Arizona
    16:00 PST
    		Report
    		Stadium: Kino North Stadium

    MLS Regular season
    See also: 2019 Major League Soccer season
    Western Conference
    Pos Team Pld W L T GF GA GD Pts Qualification
    4 Minnesota United FC 34 15 11 8 52 42 +10 53 First round & 2020 Leagues Cup
    5 LA Galaxy 34 16 15 3 56 55 +1 51
    6 Portland Timbers 34 14 13 7 49 48 +1 49
    7 FC Dallas 34 13 12 9 48 46 +2 48 First round
    8 San Jose Earthquakes 34 13 16 5 51 52 −1 44
    Source: MLS
    Rules for classification: 1) points; 2) total wins; 3) total goal differential; 4) total goals scored; 5) disciplinary points; 6) away goal differential; 7) away goals scored; 8) home goals scored; 9) home goal differential; 10) coin toss or drawing of lots
    Overall standings
    Pos Team Pld W L T GF GA GD Pts
    9 Toronto FC 34 13 10 11 57 52 +5 50
    10 D.C. United 34 13 10 11 42 38 +4 50
    11 Portland Timbers 34 14 13 7 52 49 +3 49
    12 New York Red Bulls 34 14 14 6 53 51 +2 48
    13 FC Dallas 34 13 12 9 54 46 +8 48
    Source: MLS
    Rules for classification: 1) points; 2) total wins; 3) total goal differential; 4) total goals scored; 5) disciplinary points; 6) away goals scored; 7) away goal differential; 8) coin toss or drawing of lots
    Matches

      Win   Draw   Loss   Upcoming fixture

    March 2, 2019 1Colorado Rapids3–3Portland TimbersCommerce City, Colorado
    15:00 PST
    		Report
    		Stadium: Dick's Sporting Goods Park
    Attendance: 12,717
    Referee: Drew Fischer
    March 10, 2019 2Los Angeles FC4–1Portland TimbersLos Angeles, California
    16:30 PST
    		Report
    		Stadium: Banc of California Stadium
    Attendance: 22,003
    Referee: Jair Marrufo
    March 17, 2019 3FC Cincinnati3–0Portland TimbersCincinnati, Ohio
    14:00 PST
    		Report
    		Stadium: Nippert Stadium
    Attendance: 32,250
    Referee: Ismail Elfath
    March 31, 2019 4LA Galaxy2–1Portland TimbersCarson, California
    18:00 PST
    		Report
    		Stadium: Dignity Health Sports Park
    Attendance: 23,820
    Referee: Ted Unkel
    April 6, 2019 5San Jose Earthquakes3–0Portland TimbersSan Jose, California
    17:00 PST
    		Report
    		Stadium: Avaya Stadium
    Attendance: 16,233
    Referee: Drew Fischer
    April 13, 2019 6FC Dallas2–1Portland TimbersFrisco, Texas
    17:00 PST
    		Report
    		Stadium: Toyota Stadium
    Attendance: 14,376
    Referee: Marcos de Oliveira
    April 20, 2019 7Columbus Crew SC1–3Portland TimbersColumbus, Ohio
    16:30 PST
    		Report
    		Stadium: Mapfre Stadium
    Attendance: 11,707
    Referee: Chris Penso
    April 27, 2019 8Toronto FC1–2Portland TimbersToronto, Ontario, Canada
    12:00 PST
    		Report
    		Stadium: BMO Field
    Attendance: 24,832
    Referee: Alex Chilowicz
    May 4, 2019 9Real Salt Lake1–2Portland TimbersSalt Lake City, Utah
    18:00 PST
    		Report
    		Stadium: Rio Tinto Stadium
    Attendance: 18,066
    Referee: Ramy Touchan
    May 10, 2019 10Vancouver Whitecaps FC1–0Portland TimbersVancouver, British Columbia, Canada
    19:00 PST
    		Report
    		Stadium: BC Place
    Attendance: 18,356
    Referee: Allen Chapman
    May 15, 2019 11Houston Dynamo1–1Portland TimbersHouston, Texas
    17:30 PST
    		Report
    		Stadium: BBVA Compass Stadium
    Attendance: 13,327
    Referee: Ted Unkel
    May 25, 2019 12Philadelphia Union1–3Portland TimbersChester, Pennsylvania
    16:30 PST
    		Report
    		Stadium: Talen Energy Stadium
    Attendance: 18,474
    Referee: Drew Fischer
    June 1, 2019 13Portland Timbers2–3Los Angeles FCPortland, Oregon
    19:30 PST
    		Report
    		Stadium: Providence Park
    Attendance: 25,218
    Referee: Robert Sibiga
    June 22, 2019 14Portland Timbers4–0Houston DynamoPortland, Oregon
    20:00 PST
    		Report
    		Stadium: Providence Park
    Attendance: 25,218
    Referee: Alan Kelly
    June 26, 2019 15Montreal Impact2–1Portland TimbersMontreal, Quebec, Canada
    16:30 PST
    		Report
    		Stadium: Saputo Stadium
    Attendance: 15,167
    Referee: Rubiel Vazquez
    June 30, 2019 16Portland Timbers1–0FC DallasPortland, Oregon
    20:00 PST
    		Report
    		Stadium: Providence Park
    Attendance: 25,218
    Referee: Allen Chapman
    July 7, 2019 17New York City FC0–1Portland TimbersNew York City, New York
    15:30 PST
    		Report
    		Stadium: Yankee Stadium
    Attendance: 18,363
    Referee: Ted Unkel
    July 13, 2019 18Portland Timbers2–2Colorado RapidsPortland, Oregon
    20:00 PST
    		Report
    		Stadium: Providence Park
    Attendance: 25,218
    Referee: Kevin Stott
    July 18, 2019 19Portland Timbers1–1Orlando City SCPortland, Oregon
    19:00 PST
    		Report
    		Stadium: Providence Park
    Attendance: 25,218
    Referee: Joseph Dickerson
    July 21, 2019 20Seattle Sounders FC1–2Portland TimbersSeattle, Washington
    18:30 PST
    		Report
    		Stadium: CenturyLink Field
    Attendance: 50,072
    Referee: Drew Fischer
    July 27, 2019 21Portland Timbers4–0LA GalaxyPortland, Oregon
    19:30 PST
    		Report
    		Stadium: Providence Park
    Attendance: 25,218
    Referee: Allen Chapman
    August 4, 2019 22Minnesota United FC1–0Portland TimbersSaint Paul, Minnesota
    13:00 PST
    		Report
    		Stadium: Allianz Field
    Attendance: 19,726
    Referee: Chris Penso
    August 10, 2019 23Portland Timbers3–1Vancouver Whitecaps FCPortland, Oregon
    20:00 PST
    		Report
    		Stadium: Providence Park
    Attendance: 25,218
    Referee: Ted Unkel
    August 14, 2019 24Portland Timbers3–2Chicago FirePortland, Oregon
    20:00 PST
    		Report
    		Stadium: Providence Park
    Attendance: 25,218
    Referee: Silviu Petrescu
    August 18, 2019 25Portland Timbers0–2Atlanta United FCPortland, Oregon
    19:00 PST
    		Report
    		Stadium: Providence Park
    Attendance: 25,218
    Referee: Armando Villarreal
    August 23, 2019 26Portland Timbers1–2Seattle Sounders FCPortland, Oregon
    19:00 PST
    		Report
    		Stadium: Providence Park
    Attendance: 25,218
    Referee: Jair Marrufo
    August 31, 2019 27Portland Timbers1–0Real Salt LakePortland, Oregon
    19:30 PST
    		Report Stadium: Providence Park
    Attendance: 25,218
    Referee: Nima Saghafi
    September 7, 2019 28Portland Timbers2–1Sporting Kansas CityPortland, Oregon
    19:30 PST
    		Report
    		Stadium: Providence Park
    Attendance: 25,218
    Referee: Alex Chilowicz
    September 15, 2019 29Portland Timbers0–1D.C. UnitedPortland, Oregon
    12:30 PST
    		Report
    		Stadium: Providence Park
    Attendance: 25,218
    Referee: Drew Fischer
    September 18, 2019 30Portland Timbers0–2New York Red BullsPortland, Oregon
    19:30 PST
    		Report
    		Stadium: Providence Park
    Attendance: 25,218
    Referee: Alan Kelly
    September 22, 2019 31Portland Timbers0–0Minnesota United FCPortland, Oregon
    13:00 PST Valentin  78' Report Stadium: Providence Park
    Attendance: 25,218
    Referee: Robert Sibiga
    September 25, 2019 32Portland Timbers2–2New England RevolutionPortland, Oregon
    19:30 PST
    		Report
    		Stadium: Providence Park
    Attendance: 25,218
    Referee: Ramy Touchan
    September 29, 2019 33Sporting Kansas City2–2Portland TimbersKansas City, Kansas
    16:30 PST
    		Report
    		Stadium: Children's Mercy Park
    Attendance: 17,281
    Referee: Allen Chapman
    October 6, 2019 34Portland Timbers3–1San Jose EarthquakesPortland, Oregon
    13:00 PST
    		Report
    		Stadium: Providence Park
    Attendance: 25,218
    Referee: Rubiel Vazquez

    The 2019 MLS schedule was released on January 7, 2019.[11]

    Results by round
    Matchday12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031323334
    GroundAAAAAAAAAAAAHHAHAHHAHAHHHHHHHHHHAH
    ResultDLLLLLWWWLDWLWLWWDDWWLWWLLWWLLDDDW
    Updated to match(es) played on October 6, 2019. Source: Major League Soccer
    A = Away; H = Home; W = Win; D = Draw; L = Loss
    Results by location
    OverallHomeAway
    PldWDLGFGAGDPtsWDLGFGAGDWDLGFGAGD
    34 14 7 13 52 49  +3 49 8 4 5 29 20  +9 6 3 8 23 29  −6

    Last updated: October 6, 2019.
    Source: Major League Soccer

    Cascadia Cup
    See also: Cascadia Cup
    Standings
    Pos Team GP W L D GF GA GD Pts
    1 Seattle Sounders FC 421143+17
    2 Portland Timbers 422065+16
    3 Vancouver Whitecaps FC 412124-24

    Last updated: August 30, 2019.
    Source: Cascadia Cup

    Matches

      Win   Draw   Loss   Upcoming fixture

    May 10, 2019 1 (MLS 10)Vancouver Whitecaps FC1–0Portland TimbersVancouver, British Columbia, Canada
    19:00 PST
    		Report
    		Stadium: BC Place
    Attendance: 18,356
    Referee: Allen Chapman
    July 21, 2019 2 (MLS 20)Seattle Sounders FC1–2Portland TimbersSeattle, Washington
    18:30 PST
    		Report
    		Stadium: CenturyLink Field
    Attendance: 50,072
    Referee: Drew Fischer
    August 10, 2019 3 (MLS 23)Portland Timbers3–1Vancouver Whitecaps FCPortland, Oregon
    20:00 PST
    		Report
    		Stadium: Providence Park
    Attendance: 25,218
    Referee: Ted Unkel
    August 23, 2019 4 (MLS 26)Portland Timbers1–2Seattle Sounders FCPortland, Oregon
    19:00 PST
    		Report
    		Stadium: Providence Park
    Attendance: 25,218
    Referee: Jair Marrufo

    MLS Cup Playoffs
    Main article: 2019 MLS Cup Playoffs

      Win   Draw   Loss   Upcoming fixture

    October 19, 2019 First RoundReal Salt Lake2–1Portland TimbersSandy, Utah
    21:00 PST
    		Report
    		Stadium: Rio Tinto Stadium
    Attendance: 17,452
    Referee: Ismail Elfath

    U.S. Open Cup
    See also: 2019 U.S. Open Cup

      Win   Draw   Loss   Upcoming fixture

    June 12, 2019 Fourth RoundSeattle Sounders FC1–2Portland TimbersTacoma, Washington
    19:30 PST
    		Stadium: Cheney Stadium
    Attendance: 6,280
    Referee: Alex Chilowicz
    June 19, 2019 Round of 16Portland Timbers4–0LA GalaxyPortland, Oregon
    20:00 PST
    		Report
    		Stadium: Providence Park
    Attendance: 16,235
    Referee: Victor Rivas
    July 10, 2019 Quarter-finalsLos Angeles FC0–1Portland TimbersLos Angeles, California
    19:30 PST
    		Report
    		Stadium: Banc of California Stadium
    Attendance: 18,947
    Referee: Alan Kelly
    August 7, 2019 Semi-finalsMinnesota United FC2–1Portland TimbersSaint Paul, Minnesota
    17:00 PST
    		Report
    		Stadium: Allianz Field
    Attendance: 15,073
    Referee: Ismail Elfath

    Player and staff transactions

    Per league and club policy, terms of the deals are not disclosed except Targeted Allocation Money, General Allocation Money, draft picks, and international rosters spots.

    Transfers in
    Date Position Player Previous club TAM GAM Notes Source
    Winter
    December 10, 2018 FW Marvin Loría Portland Timbers 2 N/A N/A Will use International Roster Slot [3]
    December 10, 2018 MF Renzo Zambrano Portland Timbers 2 N/A N/A Will use International Roster Slot [3]
    January 16, 2019 DF Claude Dielna New England Revolution N/A $100,000 [16]
    January 18, 2019 GK Aljaž Ivačič NK Olimpija Ljubljana N/A N/A Will use International Roster Slot. Transfer fee being renegotiated due to injury. [17][23]
    May 6, 2019 FW Brian Fernández Necaxa N/A N/A Will use Designated Player slot. [34]
    Summer

    Loans in
    Date Position Player Previous club TAM GAM Notes Source
    Winter
    February 20, 2019 RB Jorge Moreira River Plate N/A N/A On loan with purchase option. Will use International Roster Slot. [26]
    Summer

    Loans out
    Date Position Player Loaned club TAM GAM Notes Source
    Winter
    Summer

    Transfers out
    Date Position Player Destination club TAM GAM Notes Source
    Winter
    December 10, 2018 FW Samuel Armenteros Benevento N/A N/A Loan expires on December 31, 2018 [2]
    December 10, 2018 MF Jack Barmby N/A N/A Out of contract [2]
    December 10, 2018 GK Steven Clark N/A N/A Out of contract/Negotiating re-signed [2][21]
    December 10, 2018 GK Jake Gleeson N/A N/A Out of contract/Free agent [2]
    December 10, 2018 MF Roy Miller N/A N/A Out of contract/Free agent [2]
    December 10, 2018 MF Lawrence Olum N/A N/A Out of contract [2]
    December 10, 2018 MF Tomás Conechny N/A N/A Out of contract/Negotiating re-signed [2][21]
    December 10, 2018 MF Andrés Flores N/A N/A Out of contract/Negotiating re-signed [2][21]
    December 27, 2018 RB Alvas Powell FC Cincinnati N/A $250,000 Traded for General Allocation Money [9]
    January 10, 2019 CB Liam Ridgewell N/A N/A Mutually agree to part ways [12]
    May 6, 2019 MF David Guzmán Columbus Crew SC N/A N/A Traded for a 2019 international slot [33]
    Summer
    July 16, 2019 FW Lucas Melano N/A N/A Mutually agree to terminate contract [43]

    Contract extensions
    Date Position Player Year signed Extension Notes Source
    December 10, 2018 LB / RB Zarek Valentin 2016 Unknown Offered a new contract [1]
    December 10, 2018 FW Jeremy Ebobisse 2017 Unknown Contract exercised [2]
    December 10, 2018 RB Modou Jadama 2018 Unknown Contract exercised [2]
    December 10, 2018 CB Bill Tuiloma 2017 Unknown Contract exercised [2]
    December 10, 2018 FW Foster Langsdorf 2018 Unknown Contract exercised [2]
    December 10, 2018 GK Kendall McIntosh 2017 Unknown Contract exercised [2]

    2018 MLS Re-Entry Draft picks
    See also: 2018 MLS Re-Entry Draft
    Stage Position Player Previous club Notes Source
    1 (#22) - - - Passed [6]
    2 (#22) - - - Passed [8]

    2019 MLS SuperDraft picks
    See also: 2019 MLS SuperDraft
      Round Position Player College Other club Notes Source
      1 (#23) FW Ryan Sierakowski Michigan State Chicago FC United [13][14]
      2 (#47) DF Lennart Hein Saint Louis [13][14]
      3 (#71) DF Francesco Moore Indiana [14]
      4 (#95) MF David Zalzman Memphis [14]

      Staff in
      Date Name Position Previous club Previous role Notes Source
      December 13, 2018 Ned Grabavoy Club Technical Director Portland Timbers Player [5]

      Staff out
      Date Name Former role New club New role Notes Source

      Staff extensions
      Date Staff Position Year signed Extension Notes Source
      July 2, 2019 Giovanni Savarese Head coach 2018 Multiyear Offered a contract extension [42]
      July 2, 2019 Carlos Llamosa Assistant coach 2018 Multiyear Offered a contract extension [42]
      July 2, 2019 Miles Joseph Assistant coach 2018 Multiyear Offered a contract extension [42]
      July 2, 2019 Guillermo “Memo” Valencia Goalkeeper coach 2018 Multiyear Offered a contract extension [42]
      July 2, 2019 Shannon Murray Video/Data Analyst 2018 Multiyear Offered a contract extension [42]

      National Team participation
      Date Player Positions National Team Notes Source
      December 20, 2018 Jeremy Ebobisse FW United States Called up for January training camp [7]
      January 18, 2019 David Guzmán MF Costa Rica Called up for match against USA [18]
      January 18, 2019 Marvin Loría MF Costa Rica Called up for match against USA [18]
      March 19, 2019 Cristhian Paredes MF Paraguay Called up for matches against Peru and Mexico [28]
      March 19, 2019 Andy Polo MF Peru Called up for matches against Peru and El Salvador [28]
      March 19, 2019 Jeremy Ebobisse FW United States U-23 Called up for matches against Egypt and the Netherlands [28]
      March 19, 2019 Marco Farfan DF United States U-23 Called up for matches against Egypt and the Netherlands [28]
      March 19, 2019 Eryk Williamson MF United States U-23 Called up for matches against Egypt and the Netherlands [28]
      May 20, 2019 Andrés Flores MF El Salvador Called up preliminary roster for 2019 CONCACAF Gold Cup [35]
      May 21, 2019 Eryk Williamson MF United States U-23 / United States Called up for combined preparation camp [36]
      June 7, 2019 Andrés Flores MF El Salvador Called up for the 2019 CONCACAF Gold Cup [37]
      June 7, 2019 Andy Polo MF Peru Called up for the 2019 Copa América [37]
      June 9, 2019 Marco Farfan DF United States U-23 Called into U.S. U-23 National Team camp from June 9–16 in Herriman, Utah [38]
      June 9, 2019 Eryk Williamson MF United States U-23 Called into U.S. U-23 National Team camp from June 9–16 in Herriman, Utah [38]
      September 3, 2019 Cristhian Paredes MF Paraguay Called up for friendlies against Japan on Sep 5 and Jordan on Sep 10 [45]
      September 3, 2019 Renzo Zambrano MF Venezuela Called up for friendly against Colombia on Sep 10 [45]
      September 3, 2019 Andrés Flores MF El Salvador Called up for CONCACAF Nations League matches against St. Lucia and the Dominican Republic on Sep 7 and 10 [45]
      October 9, 2019 Cristhian Paredes MF Paraguay Called up for friendlies against Serbia on Oct 10 and Slovakia on Oct 13 [46]
      October 9, 2019 Renzo Zambrano MF Venezuela Called up for friendly against Bolivia and Trinidad and Tobago on Oct 10 and 14 [46]

      2019 MLS All-Star participation
      See also: 2019 MLS All-Star Game
      Date Player Positions Opponent club Selection process Source
      June 24, 2019 Diego Chará CDM Atlético Madrid Picked by head coach James O’Connor [39]

      Honors and awards

      MLS Player of the Week
      Week Player Ref
      16 Diego Valeri [41]

      MLS Goal of the Week
      Week Result Player Ref
      8 Nominated Jorge Moreira [51]
      9 Won Bill Tuiloma [52][31]
      14 Nominated Brian Fernández [53]
      16 Nominated Marvin Loría [54]
      16 Nominated Jeremy Ebobisse [54]
      21 Nominated Diego Valeri [55]
      26 Nominated Diego Valeri [56]
      31 Nominated Sebastián Blanco [57]

      MLS Team of the Week
      Week Area Player/Manager Ref
      8 Pitch Jorge Moreira [58]
      9 Pitch Sebastián Blanco [59]
      9 Bench Jeremy Ebobisse [59]
      10 Pitch Steve Clark [60]
      13 Pitch Brian Fernández [61]
      13 Bench Diego Chará [61]
      16 Pitch Diego Valeri [40]
      16 Pitch Marvin Loría [40]
      16 Bench Brian Fernández [40]
      17 Pitch Diego Chará [62]
      18 Pitch Steve Clark [63]
      18 Bench Larrys Mabiala [63]
      19 Bench Steve Clark [64]
      20 Pitch Brian Fernández [65]
      20 Pitch Larrys Mabiala [65]
      21 Pitch Giovanni Savarese [66]
      21 Pitch Cristhian Paredes [66]
      21 Bench Diego Valeri [66]
      23 Pitch Renzo Zambrano [67]
      24 Bench Brian Fernández [68]
      26 Pitch Jorge Villafaña [69]
      27 Pitch Diego Valeri [70]
      27 Pitch Diego Chará [70]
      27 Bench Eryk Williamson [70]
      30 Pitch Jeremy Ebobisse [71]
      31 Pitch Sebastián Blanco [72]
      31 Pitch Larrys Mabiala [72]

      Statistics

      Appearances and discipline

      Numbers in parentheses denote appearances as a substitute.

      (T2) = Players called up from Portland Timbers 2 for short-term contracts.

      No. Pos. Name MLS MLS Playoffs U.S. Open Cup Total
      Apps   Apps   Apps   Apps  
      1 GK Jeff Attinella 10 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 10 0 0 0
      2 DF Jorge Moreira 25 (1) 7 0 0 1 0 0 0 3 1 0 0 29 (1) 8 0 0
      4 DF Jorge Villafaña 21 (1) 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 23 (1) 0 0 0
      5 DF Claude Dielna 12 (3) 3 0 0 0 (1) 0 0 0 2 (1) 1 0 0 14 (5) 4 0 0
      7 FW Brian Fernández 16 (3) 4 0 1 0 0 0 0 4 0 0 0 20 (3) 4 0 1
      8 MF Diego Valeri 28 (2) 4 0 0 0 (1) 0 0 0 1 (3) 0 0 0 29 (6) 4 0 0
      10 MF Sebastián Blanco 28 (2) 8 0 0 1 1 0 0 4 1 0 0 33 (2) 10 0 0
      11 FW Andy Polo 12 (7) 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 13 (7) 1 0 0
      12 GK Steve Clark 24 2 0 0 1 0 0 0 4 0 0 0 29 2 0 0
      14 DF Andrés Flores 10 (5) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 (2) 0 0 0 10 (7) 0 0 0
      16 DF Zarek Valentin 17 (3) 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 1 0 0 20 (3) 6 0 0
      17 FW Jeremy Ebobisse 25 (9) 3 0 0 1 0 0 0 4 0 0 0 30 (9) 3 0 0
      18 DF Julio Cascante 16 (6) 4 0 1 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 18 (6) 4 0 1
      19 MF Tomás Conechny 2 (14) 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 (2) 0 0 0 3 (16) 2 0 0
      21 MF Diego Chará 29 (1) 11 1 0 1 0 0 0 4 0 0 0 34 (1) 11 1 0
      22 MF Cristhian Paredes 19 (3) 2 0 0 1 0 0 0 3 (1) 0 0 0 23 (4) 2 0 0
      25 DF Bill Tuiloma 21 (3) 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 22 (3) 1 0 0
      26 DF Modou Jadama 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0
      27 MF Dairon Asprilla 7 (6) 1 0 1 1 0 0 0 1 (1) 0 0 0 9 (7) 1 0 1
      28 FW Foster Langsdorf 0 (2) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 (2) 0 0 0
      30 MF Eryk Williamson 3 (4) 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 (1) 0 0 0 3 (5) 1 0 0
      31 GK Aljaž Ivačič 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
      32 DF Marco Farfan 3 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 (1) 0 0 0 3 (1) 2 0 0
      33 DF Larrys Mabiala 21 6 1 0 1 0 0 0 4 1 0 0 26 6 1 0
      43 GK Kendall McIntosh 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
      40 MF Renzo Zambrano 9 (1) 4 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 10 (1) 4 0 1
      44 FW Marvin Loría 8 (10) 3 0 0 0 (1) 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 9 (11) 3 0 0
      Players who were transferred/waived from the club during active season or on loan
      20 MF David Guzmán 4 (1) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 (1) 0 0 0
      26 FW Lucas Melano 1 (7) 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 (7) 1 0 0

      Last updated: October 19, 2019.
      Source: Competitions

      Goalkeeper stats

      The list is sorted by total minutes played then by jersey number.

      No. Player MLS MLS Playoffs U.S. Open Cup Total
      MIN GA GAA SV MIN GA GAA SV MIN GA GAA SV MIN GA GAA SV
      12 Steve Clark 1,980 21 0.95 75 0 0 0.00 0 360 3 0.75 16 2,250 24 0.96 91
      1 Jeff Attinella 900 24 2.40 41 0 0 0.00 0 0 0 0.00 0 900 24 2.40 41
      31 Aljaž Ivačič 0 0 0.00 0 0 0 0.00 0 0 0 0.00 0 0 0 0.00 0
      43 Kendall McIntosh 0 0 0.00 0 0 0 0.00 0 0 0 0.00 0 0 0 0.00 0
      TOTALS 2,880 45 1.41 116 0 0 0.00 0 360 3 0.75 16 3,240 48 1.33 135

      Last updated: September 25, 2019.
      Source: Competitions

      Top scorers

      The list is sorted by shirt number when total goals are equal.

      Rnk Pos No. Player MLS MLS Cup Playoffs U.S. Open Cup Total
      1 FW 7 Brian Fernández 110415
      2 FW 17 Jeremy Ebobisse 110112
      3 MF 8 Diego Valeri 8008
      4 MF/FW 10 Sebastián Blanco 6017
      5 MF 22 Cristhian Paredes 4004
      7 DF 2 Jorge Moreira 2013
      FW 27 Dairon Asprilla 2103
      9 DF 33 Larrys Mabiala 2002
      MF 44 Marvin Loría 2002
      11 MF 19 Tomás Conechny 1001
      DF 25 Bill Tuiloma 1001
      Own goals 2 0 1 3
      TOTALS 52 1 8 61

      Last updated: October 19, 2019.
      Source: Competitions

      Top assists

      The list is sorted by shirt number when total assists are equal.

      Rnk Pos No. Player MLS MLS Cup Playoffs U.S. Open Cup Total
      1 MF 8 Diego Valeri 160117
      2 MF/FW 10 Sebastián Blanco 101112
      3 DF 4 Jorge Villafaña 5005
      4 DF 2 Jorge Moreira 4004
      6 FW 17 Jeremy Ebobisse 1023
      MF 19 Tomás Conechny 3003
      9 FW 7 Brian Fernández 1012
      MF 21 Diego Chará 2002
      MF 22 Cristhian Paredes 2002
      16 MF 11 Andy Polo 1001
      MF 14 Andrés Flores 1001
      DF 18 Julio Cascante 1001
      MF 20 David Guzmán 1001
      MF 27 Dairon Asprilla 1001
      MF 40 Renzo Zambrano 1001
      MF 44 Marvin Loría 1001
      TOTALS 51 1 5 57

      Last updated: October 19, 2019.
      Source: Competitions

      Shutouts

      The list is sorted by shirt number when total clean sheets are equal.

      Rnk No. Player MLS MLS Cup Playoffs U.S. Open Cup Total
      1 12 Steve Clark 6028
      TOTALS 6028

      Last updated: October 19, 2019.
      Source: Competitions

      Summary
      Games played39 (34 MLS) (1 MLS Playoffs) (4 Open Cup)
      Games won17 (14 MLS) (3 Open Cup)
      Games drawn7 (7 MLS)
      Games lost15 (13 MLS) (1 MLS Playoffs) (1 Open Cup)
      Goals scored61 (52 MLS) (1 MLS Playoffs) (8 Open Cup)
      Goals conceded54 (49 MLS) (2 MLS Playoffs) (3 Open Cup)
      Goal difference+7 (+3 MLS) (-1 MLS Playoffs) (+5 Open Cup)
      Clean sheets8 (6 MLS) (2 Open Cup)
      Yellow cards80 (74 MLS) (1 MLS Playoffs) (5 Open Cup)
      Red cards6 (6 MLS)
      Most appearancesJeremy Ebobisse (39 appearances)
      Top scorerBrian Fernández (15 goals)
      Top assistsDiego Valeri (17 assists)
      Top shutouts Steve Clark (8 shutouts)
      Winning percentageOverall: 17/39 (43.59%)

      Last updated: October 19, 2019.
      Source: Competitions

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