After an intro that must be heard to be believed from Alex "Cole Bassett Excites Me" Barnes, the gang dives into takeaways from the season opener. Then, we preview the 2026 season with a few predictions.
The Portland Timbers finally unveiled their new away kits, honoring the building they call home. Some like it, some love it. All agree that it's better than Philadelphia's.
Diving into the Timbers Academy set up, with youth coaches Darren Back and Fernando Pessoa: "The club's fully invested in the younger players, and the communications are really good... We are fortunate to have a very open door of conversation across all levels"
A conversation with Timbers Technical Director Jack Dodd on player development and organizational alignment from academy to the first team: "Everybody wants to see their own people in the team".
The Portland Timbers have clinched a spot in the 2025 Major League Soccer postseason. Who they play is yet to be determined.
With Austin FC's Sunday night victory
