MLS Cup final pits Columbus against Portland

  Portland advanced to the MLS Cup final by beating FC Dallas over two legs in the Western Conference final, winning on aggregate 5-3. The Timbers built their team around the defense and midfield this season and the back line allowed only 39 goals on the year, tied for third best in MLS. Midfielders...

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Published inGannett News Service
Main Author Scott, Nate
Format Newsletter
LanguageEnglish
Published McLean USA Today, a division of Gannett Satellite Information Network, Inc 30.11.2015
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Kamara, Kei
Scott, Nate
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Summary:  Portland advanced to the MLS Cup final by beating FC Dallas over two legs in the Western Conference final, winning on aggregate 5-3. The Timbers built their team around the defense and midfield this season and the back line allowed only 39 goals on the year, tied for third best in MLS. Midfielders Diego Valeri (team-leading 8 assists) and recent USMNT call-up Darlington Nagbe (5 goals, 5 assists) provide the Timbers' creative spark going forward. Striker Fanendo Adi (16 goals) will lead the Timbers' front line.