Portland Timbers

Colombian Yimmi Chara of Brazil's Atletico Mineiro celebrates his goal against Argentina's Colon during a 2019 Copa Sudamericana football match at the Mineirao Stadium, in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, on September 26, 2019. (Photo by Douglas Magno / AFP) (Photo credit should read DOUGLAS MAGNO/AFP via Getty Images)

Portland Timbers: DP Yimmi Chara complements Diego Valeri perfectly

Portland Timbers: Diego Valeri deal the perfect offseason foundation

Portland Timbers Vs D.C. United: 3 things we learned – VAR controversy

Portland Timbers’ MLS Cup 2015: Where are they now?

MEXICO CITY, MEXICO - DECEMBER 02: Eduardo Vargas of Tigres lament during the quarter finals second leg match between Pumas UNAM and Tigres UANL as part of the Torneo Apertura 2018 Liga MX at Olimpico Universitario Stadium on December 2, 2018 in Mexico City, Mexico. (Photo by Mauricio Salas/Jam Media/Getty Images)

Portland Timbers: An expensive, 29-year-old striker not ideal

ATLANTA, GA - DECEMBER 08: Portland Timbers forward Jeremy Ebobisse chases down the ball during the first half of the MLS Cup against Atlanta United at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA. (Photo by Austin McAfee/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Portland Timbers: Is Jeremy Ebobisse that limiting?

HARRISON, NJ - SEPTEMBER 30: Atlanta United head coach Gerardo "Tata" Martino prior to the first half of the Major League Soccer game between the New York Red Bulls and Atlanta United on September 30, 2018 at Red Bull Arena in Harrison, NJ. (Photo by Rich Graessle/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Atlanta United Vs Portland Timbers: Will anyone want the ball?

ATLANTA, GA - JUNE 24: Atlanta United forward Hector Villalba (15) goes against Portland Timbers defender Zarek Valentin (16) during a MLS match between the Portland Timbers and Atlanta United on June 24, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA. (Photo by John Adams/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Atlanta United: The case for and against playing the Portland Timbers

ATLANTA, GA - NOVEMBER 25: Atlanta's Josef Martinez (7) reacts after scoring a goal during the MLS Eastern Conference final match between Atlanta United and New York Red Bulls on November 25th, 2018 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA. (Photo by Rich von Biberstein/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Portland Timbers: Being scared is no help at all

HARRISON, NEW JERSEY - NOVEMBER 29: Julian Gressel #24 of Atlanta United FC celebrates the win of the Eastern Conference Finals Leg 2 match against the New York Red Bulls at Red Bull Arena on November 29, 2018 in Harrison, New Jersey. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

Atlanta United vs Portland Timbers: 5 key players to watch

PORTLAND, OR - NOVEMBER 25: Portland Timbers head coach Giovanni Savaresse thanks the fans after the Portland Timbers tie on first leg of the MLS Western Conference Championship with Sporting Kansas City on November 25, 2018, at Providence Park in Portland, OR. (Photo by Diego Diaz/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images).

Portland Timbers: Perfectly balanced tie for Gio Savarese’s men

PORTLAND, OR - AUGUST 04: Portland Timbers midfielder Diego Valeri celebrates the first goal of the night during the Portland Timbers victory over the Philadelphia Union On August 4, 2018, at Providence Park, Portland, OR (Photo by Diego Diaz/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images).

Portland Timbers: Diego Valeri and the moment

HOUSTON, TX - JULY 18: Sporting Kansas City head coach Peter Vermes yells out to his players during the US Open Cup Quarterfinal soccer match between Sporting KC and Houston Dynamo on July 18, 2018 at BBVA Compass Stadium in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Leslie Plaza Johnson/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Sporting KC Vs Portland Timbers: Strength on strength

PORTLAND, OR - NOVEMBER 04: Portland Timbers striker Jeremy Ebobisse (17) and midfielder Sebastián Blanco receive their slab trophies for their goals after the Portland Timbers 2-1 on vicotory first leg of the MLS Western Conference Semifinals against the Seattle Sounders on November 04, 2018, at Providence Park in Portland, OR. (Photo by Diego Diaz/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Sporting KC Vs Real Salt Lake: Portland Timbers want one winner

PORTLAND, OR - NOVEMBER 04: Portland Timbers celebrate Jeremy Ebobisse's goal during the Portland Timbers first leg of the MLS Western Conference Semifinals against the Seattle Sounders on November 04, 2018, at Providence Park in Portland, OR. (Photo by Diego Diaz/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Portland Timbers: The moments make them dangerous

PORTLAND, OR - NOVEMBER 04: Seattle Sounder's defender Chad Marshal (14) is taken out in a stretcher during the Portland Timbers first leg of the MLS Western Conference Semifinals against the Seattle Sounders on November 04, 2018, at Providence Park in Portland, OR. (Photo by Diego Diaz/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Seattle Sounders Vs Portland Timbers: Chad Marshall absence fatal?

PORTLAND, OR - NOVEMBER 04: Seattle Sounder's defender Chad Marshal (14) is taken out in a stretcher during the Portland Timbers first leg of the MLS Western Conference Semifinals against the Seattle Sounders on November 04, 2018, at Providence Park in Portland, OR. (Photo by Diego Diaz/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Seattle Sounders Vs Portland Timbers: Injuries and the counter

HOUSTON, TX - JULY 18: Sporting Kansas City head coach Peter Vermes yells out to his players during the US Open Cup Quarterfinal soccer match between Sporting KC and Houston Dynamo on July 18, 2018 at BBVA Compass Stadium in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Leslie Plaza Johnson/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Sporting KC Vs Portland Timbers: The statement game

PORTLAND, OR - MAY 19: Portland Timbers forward Samuel Armenteros celebrates his goal by climbing to the Timbers Army supporters group platform during the second half of Portland Timbers 2-1 victory over the LAFC on May 19, 2018 at Providence Park IN Portland, OR. (Photo by Diego Diaz/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images).

Portland Timbers Vs Montreal Impact: Titanic tilt has one key advantage

PORTLAND, OR - JULY 19: Portland Timbers defender Roy Miller and Real Salt Lake midfielder Albert Rusnak fight for possession during the Real Salt Lake 4-1 victory over the Portland Timbers on July 19, 2017 at Providence Park, Portland, OR (Photo by Diego Diaz/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images).

Portland Timbers: Homecoming just what’s needed

ORLANDO, FL - APRIL 08: Portland head coach Giovanni Savarese is seen during an MLS soccer match against the Orlando City SC at Orlando City Stadium on April 8, 2018 in Orlando, Florida. (Photo by Alex Menendez/Getty Images)

Portland Timbers: Still adjusting to Giovanni Savarese

FRISCO, TX - MARCH 24: Portland Timbers midfielder Sebastian Blanco (10) dribbles with the ball during the soccer match between the Portland Timbers and FC Dallas on March 24, 2018 at Toyota Stadium in Frisco, TX. (Photo by Andrew Dieb/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Portland Timbers: Sebastian Blanco brilliance unreliable

CARSON, CA - OCTOBER 15: A general view of the stands during the MLS game between Minnesota United FC and the Los Angeles Galaxy at StubHub Center on October 15, 2017 in Carson, California. The Galaxy defeated Minnesota United FC 3-0. (Photo by Victor Decolongon/Getty Images)

LA Galaxy vs Portland Timbers: Preview and how to watch

PORTLAND, OR - OCTOBER 15: Portland Timbers fans celebrate a goal during the Portland Timbers 4-0 victory against the DC United on October 15, 2017, at Providence Park, Portland, OR (Photo by Diego Diaz/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images).

2018 Season Preview: Portland Timbers

LOS ANGELES, CA - JULY 26: Construction of the Banc of California Stadium, the new 22,000 capacity home of LAFC - Los Angeles Football Club an American professional expansion soccer franchise based in the Exposition Park neighborhood of Los Angeles. The team plans to begin play in Major League Soccer (MLS) starting in 2018 prior to the International Champions Cup 2017 match between Manchester City and Real Madrid at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on July 26, 2017 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Matthew Ashton - AMA/Getty Images)

MLS Stadiums: Western Conference Update LAFC, Portland Timbers and more

PORTLAND, OR - SEPTEMBER 24: Portland Timbers midfielder Darlington Nagbe controls a ball in attack marked by Orlando City defender Seb HInes and midfielder Giles Barnes during the Orlando City SC match with the Portland Timbers FC on September 24, 2017 at Providence Park in Portland, OR (Photo by Diego Diaz/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images).

Official: Nagbe to Atlanta

SAN JOSE, CA - JUNE 28: The Earthquake teams sends their gratitude toward the fans following their victory in a Round of 16 US Open Cup match between the Seattle Sounders FC and the San Jose Earthquakes on June 28, 2017, at Avaya Stadium in San Jose, CA. (Photo by Douglas Stringer/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

MLS Week 30: Western Conference Playoff Impacting Matches

PORTLAND, OR - JULY 19: Portland Timbers forward Fanendo Adi jokeys for position in a corner during the Real Salt Lake 4-1 victory over the Portland Timbers on July 19, 2017 at Providence Park, Portland, OR (Photo by Diego Diaz/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images).

RSL: Postseason chances still alive after 2-1 win over Portland