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Post#1261 » by edfmx86 » Thu Mar 20, 2014 3:58 am

aaaaand MLS is eliminated from CONCACAF Champions League. Very disappointing.


San Jose was soooo close, but Soccer is a cruel, cruel sport.

I can't imagine anyone but Cruz Azul winning this, but if theres any team who knows how to lose a final, its Cruz Azul for sure.
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Post#1262 » by GS Warriors 1 » Thu Mar 20, 2014 6:09 am

I can't believe how close SJ came to pulling that off, given what they had available due to injuries/suspensions. Seeing that lineup before the game, I thought Toluca was at least going to put up 5.
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Post#1263 » by LittleOzzy » Thu Mar 20, 2014 12:38 pm

MLS just has no luck when it comes to CCL.
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Post#1264 » by and1GS » Fri Mar 21, 2014 7:04 am

**** you guys are getting Forlan too!? Honestly, I'm thinking of catching Toronto games moving forward. Them and the Quakes have super interesting squads.
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Post#1265 » by LittleOzzy » Fri Mar 21, 2014 1:29 pm

and1GS wrote:**** you guys are getting Forlan too!? Honestly, I'm thinking of catching Toronto games moving forward. Them and the Quakes have super interesting squads.


Didn't he just sign recently in Japan?

I haven't heard anything about TFC getting him since last year.
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Post#1266 » by edfmx86 » Mon Mar 24, 2014 3:55 am

what a fun weekend! I didnt get to see much of the other games because of an early kick off and then a Jazz game after, but our home opener was great! The result wasn't. We really fell apart after we lost Plata and looked like we had no idea how to play the attack. I was disappointed, i thought Olmes Garcia would bring some more energy than he did. Oh well, onto the next one. TFC @ Rio Tinto Stadium ;)

I'm pretty excited to see the big three of Defoe, Bradley and Cesar. Hopefully our injury bug dies down sometime between now and then.

Also, Dallas at the top of the league right now. I'm not falling for that one again. Last year they spent a third of the season as Supporter Shield leaders only to fall out of the playoffs towards the end. :lol:
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Post#1267 » by StocktonShorts » Mon Mar 24, 2014 5:28 am

edfmx86 wrote:what a fun weekend! I didnt get to see much of the other games because of an early kick off and then a Jazz game after, but our home opener was great! The result wasn't. We really fell apart after we lost Plata and looked like we had no idea how to play the attack. I was disappointed, i thought Olmes Garcia would bring some more energy than he did. Oh well, onto the next one. TFC @ Rio Tinto Stadium ;)


The 7th of November tifo was great. The first half was fun. The second half was mostly dreadful soccer.

You're spot on: without Plata they looked toothless. Would've been nice to have a few more subs available.
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Post#1268 » by LittleOzzy » Mon Mar 24, 2014 11:02 pm

Was looking forward to seeing Plata play against TFC, while at the same time not exactly looking forward to it. :)

Can't wait for the game next Saturday.
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Post#1269 » by kdawg32086 » Wed Mar 26, 2014 2:05 am

This has been a rough start to the season for the Timbers. 3 games in and only 2 points to show for it...both at home. After how much we improved last season, I'm disappointed. The middle of the back line still looks pretty weak but Gaston Fernandez looks like a somewhat reliable goal scorer.
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Post#1270 » by LittleOzzy » Wed Mar 26, 2014 2:13 am

kdawg32086 wrote:This has been a rough start to the season for the Timbers. 3 games in and only 2 points to show for it...both at home. After how much we improved last season, I'm disappointed. The middle of the back line still looks pretty weak but Gaston Fernandez looks like a somewhat reliable goal scorer.


How has Urruti looked so far this season?
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Post#1271 » by kdawg32086 » Wed Mar 26, 2014 2:22 am

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kdawg32086 wrote:This has been a rough start to the season for the Timbers. 3 games in and only 2 points to show for it...both at home. After how much we improved last season, I'm disappointed. The middle of the back line still looks pretty weak but Gaston Fernandez looks like a somewhat reliable goal scorer.


How has Urruti looked so far this season?


He's largely been ineffective. Not really noticeable in games unless he's missing shots. Team chemistry just seems off this year, so it's not just him that's struggling either.
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Post#1272 » by LittleOzzy » Sat Mar 29, 2014 12:57 am

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kdawg32086 wrote:This has been a rough start to the season for the Timbers. 3 games in and only 2 points to show for it...both at home. After how much we improved last season, I'm disappointed. The middle of the back line still looks pretty weak but Gaston Fernandez looks like a somewhat reliable goal scorer.


How has Urruti looked so far this season?


He's largely been ineffective. Not really noticeable in games unless he's missing shots. Team chemistry just seems off this year, so it's not just him that's struggling either.


Portland in for another tough game this weekend.

Who predicted FC Dallas would be this good?
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Post#1273 » by edfmx86 » Sat Mar 29, 2014 1:07 am

Like i said, I don't buy FC Dallas quite yet, they fooled us last year too. Overachieving early, IMO.
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Post#1274 » by edfmx86 » Sun Mar 30, 2014 6:13 pm

Good game last night. Best I've seen RSL play in quite a bit. Saborio especially, he looked really motivated last night and it paid off well. Beltrans performance last night in front of klinsy earned him a spot on the USMNT roster vs Mexico this week, great stuff from him last night.

Onto SKC next week, can't even begin to describe how much im looking forward to having a go at them.
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Post#1275 » by LittleOzzy » Mon Mar 31, 2014 12:33 am

edfmx86 wrote:Good game last night. Best I've seen RSL play in quite a bit. Saborio especially, he looked really motivated last night and it paid off well. Beltrans performance last night in front of klinsy earned him a spot on the USMNT roster vs Mexico this week, great stuff from him last night.

Onto SKC next week, can't even begin to describe how much im looking forward to having a go at them.


Great win for you guys last night. RSL is one tough team.
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Post#1276 » by LittleOzzy » Wed Apr 2, 2014 8:24 pm

Well between injuries and a suspension to TFC's Captain MLS has basically handed Columbus 3 more points.

Hope we can dig deep and beat them.
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Post#1277 » by LittleOzzy » Thu Apr 3, 2014 6:11 pm

MLS Soccer Logos are now available

Show your support.


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Post#1278 » by kdawg32086 » Fri Apr 4, 2014 2:49 pm

Sorry Oz, had to rep Arsenal before the Timbers...

But speaking of the Timbers, they're playing the Sounders next. I highly recommend that everyone watch this game. It's the most fierce rivalry in MLS (just ask Chris Reina of wiretap) and it never fails to deliver.
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Post#1279 » by LittleOzzy » Fri Apr 4, 2014 4:14 pm

kdawg32086 wrote:Sorry Oz, had to rep Arsenal before the Timbers...

But speaking of the Timbers, they're playing the Sounders next. I highly recommend that everyone watch this game. It's the most fierce rivalry in MLS (just ask Chris Reina of wiretap) and it never fails to deliver.


I'm really hoping for a fantastic game. The atmosphere is always outstanding, but the game on the pitch may not be this week.

I would also suggest changing your logo to the Timbers, they clearly need more support.
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Post#1280 » by AdamTheGreek » Fri Apr 4, 2014 6:15 pm

I have to rep Olympiakos. I'd be more than happy to show off my Orlando City logo as well.
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