Soccer Made In Portland

Big move on the coaching front: the Portland Thorns are moving Mike Norris into the front office and Rob Gale into the interim coach role. How will the global search for a permanent gaffer play out?On this week’s episode, Chris and Ryan discuss the Thorns’ move, and look back on a compelling contest for the Timbers vs. LAFC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s been a trend all season: one good half, one rough half for the Portland Timbers. Saturday’s 3-3 draw with SKC was a nice turnaround, but how can Portland put together a complete performance? Chris Rifer and Ryan Clarke break it down on this week’s Soccer Made in Portland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever since Soccer Made in Portland co-host Ryan Clarke left for a vacation to South Korea and Japan, it’s been rough sailing for the Portland Timbers and Thorns. This begs the question: is it his fault? On this week’s episode, Ryan returns to join co-host Chris Rifer in reflecting on three straight losses for the Timbers, and evaluating a Thorns team still trying to shake off the cobwebs early in its season. Plus, discussion on Sophia Smith’s contract extension and the experience of watching a Timbers game at PDX Taproom in Tokyo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s officially Thorns o’clock, Rose City. The Portland Thorns open their season on Saturday at the KC Current. This week’s episode of Soccer Made in Portland has a full season preview. Plus, co-hosts Ryan Clarke and Chris Rifer recap last weekend’s dramatic 2-1 victory for the Timbers over NYCFC thanks to some guy named Evander Golazo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is silly season extending into the actual season? The Portland Timbers are reportedly hot on the trail of Argentine striker Germán Berterame with a $15 million bid, but is the deal going to get done? And what of the apparent other option, Jonathan “Cabecita” Rodríguez? On this week’s episode of Soccer Made in Portland, co-hosts Ryan Clarke and Chris Rifer cut through the noise to deliver analysis of the potential big transfer to come for the Timbers. Plus, a look back at a confounding second game for Portland, a 2-2 draw vs. D.C. United. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Phil Neville era with the Portland Timbers is off to a great start on the field. A 4-1 win over the Colorado Rapids in the opener showed plenty of quality, but can the Timbers bottle that up and keep it rolling against D.C. United in game two? On this week’s episode of Soccer Made in Portland, an Oregonian Sports podcast, Ryan Clarke and Chris Rifer examine what’s gone right for the Timbers so far and talk transfer rumors. Oh, yeah, and that whole DaBella thing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s getting real, folks. The Portland Timbers’ 2024 season starts next week, and Soccer Made in Portland has you covered with all the latest ahead of Portland’s Feb. 24 season-opener at home against the Colorado Rapids. Plus, co-hosts Chris Rifer and Ryan Clarke discuss the latest transactions for the Portland Thorns, projecting out an impressive starting XI and taking a look at how all the pieces fit together. Are the Thorns contenders again? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Portland Thorns re-signed veteran contributors, traded away a fan favorite, and are reportedly bringing in a newcomer for a major fee. The offseason is offseason-ing! On this week’s episode of Soccer Made in Portland, an Oregonian Sports podcast, Ryan and Chris discuss the Thorns’ moves, plus where things stand for the Timbers ahead of Saturday’s preseason opener in Phoenix and the team’s upcoming trip to the Coachella Valley Invitational. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Portland Thorns have been sold to the Bhathal family. The Portland Timbers have made their first big move of the offseason, bringing in a new center back. And winter rolls along as PTFC enters a new era in 2024. On this week’s episode of Soccer Made in Portland, Ryan and Chris break down the latest news for the Thorns and Timbers, and chart the future for both teams in the months to come. Plus, a special announcement about the future of the podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Portland Thorns and Timbers are in the midst of two crucial offseasons. But what all has happened so far, and what more needs to happen for both teams to contend in 2024? On a holiday episode of Soccer Made in Portland, an Oregonian Sports podcast, Chris Rifer and Ryan Clarke examine the moves made by both Portland teams and discuss the potential moves to come. A sale is looming over a pivotal few months for the Thorns, and the Timbers enter the Phil Neville era with plenty of questions as they re-tool. Plus, some big news for Chris! Thank you for listening. -RC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Portland Thorns will not play for the NWSL championship in 2023 following a 1-0 loss to Gotham FC in the NWSL semis. After an up-and-down season, they face an uncertain offseason with the team’s sale looming and plenty of crucial roster moves to be made. On this week’s episode of Soccer Made in Portland, an Oregonian Sports podcast, Chris and Ryan look ahead to a pivotal next few months for the Thorns with the expansion draft, free agency, and potential contract extensions on the docket. Before that, though, reaction to Phil Neville’s introductory press conference as coach of the Timbers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Portland Timbers are in the final stages of hiring Phil Neville as their next head coach. In an emergency episode of Soccer Made in Portland, Chris Rifer and Ryan Clarke discuss the merits of the hire, how the Portland soccer community has reacted, and where the club finds itself ahead of the official announcement. And, much to the disappointment of some listeners, Chris does not swear. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Portland Thorns’ road ahead is simple: win a home game vs. NJ/NY Gotham FC on Sunday, and you’re in the championship match in San Diego the following week. But the task itself is far from simple, as Gotham comes in playing lights-out footy and the Thorns have been off for three weeks reflecting on a rough loss to finish off the regular season. This week on Soccer Made in Portland, an Oregonian Sports podcast, Chris and Ryan preview Portland vs. Gotham in the NWSL semifinals, breaking down the personnel choices coach Mike Norris will have to make and eyeing specific positional matchups. Plus, a discussion on the NWSL MVP race, which includes both Sam Coffey and Sophia Smith. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Decision Day didn’t go as planned for the Portland Timbers, who are out of the postseason for the second consecutive year. Where does the club go from here, with general manager Ned Grabavoy eyeing plenty of change ahead in the offseason?This week on Soccer Made in Portland, Chris and Ryan look back at what went wrong in 2023 for the Timbers, but primarily look at what changes are already happening and others that could be on the horizon in the coming months. After several years of continuity ran their course, this roster is expected to experience a much-needed overhaul, and a new coach is on the way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Portland Thorns lost out on yet another shield on the final day of the regular season. Are they going to turn it around come playoff time and capture a second consecutive NWSL title?And with a win-and-they’re-in scenario ahead of the Portland Timbers against Houston, how could it all play out in a messy Western Conference?This week on Soccer Made in Portland, Chris and Ryan break down what fell apart for the Thorns in a 5-1 drubbing at Angel City, and look ahead to a make-or-break weekend for the Timbers against the Dynamo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Portland Thorns are a win away from capturing another NWSL shield, heading down to Los Angeles for the final match of the regular season against Angel City FC. The Portland Timbers faltered in Montreal, but their postseason hopes remain alive with one match left against Houston on Oct. 21.   This week on Soccer Made in Portland, Chris and Ryan look back on the weekend of games for PTFC, examine what lies ahead for the Thorns vs. Angel City, and break down Alaska Airlines’ decision to end its longstanding sponsorship deal with the Timbers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Portland Timbers and Thorns each have two matches left in the regular season, and both are in the playoff hunt. It’s exciting times in the Rose City as October arrives. This week on Soccer Made in Portland, special guest co-host Alex Barnes of Stumptown Footy joins the show to discuss the Timbers’ recent form and potentially dynasty-altering moments ahead for the Thorns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fall is here, and with it comes good fortune for the Portland Timbers and Thorns. The Timbers have won three in a row and are 4-1-1 under interim coach Miles Joseph, surging back into the playoff picture. The Thorns, meanwhile, are back atop the NWSL standings after dispatching Megan Rapinoe and OL Reign, 2-0, with just three matches remaining. Cozy up with your hot cocoa, comfy sweater and a nice blankie over your feeties, and enjoy this week's episode of Soccer Made in Portland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Portland Thorns have one of their biggest matches of the season Saturday as Megan Rapinoe and OL Reign come to town. The Portland Timbers aim to build on an impressive 2-0 win over LAFC with a strong result on the road at Austin FC on Sunday, and they will be missing Diego Chará.   On this week’s episode of Soccer Made in Portland, Chris and Ryan discuss what could be described as the best performance of the season for the Timbers, who look like they have new life under interim coach Miles Joseph. On the Thorns’ side, every point counts with four games to go, and the legacy of Rapinoe’s relationship with Portland will be in the spotlight as well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The NWSL season is getting down to the final stretch, and the Portland Thorns hope to leave a bad performance in Louisville behind them. The Portland Timbers, meanwhile, just want to put together a full 90 minutes of quality play. The final 45 against Seattle over the weekend need to be bottled.   On this week’s episode of Soccer Made in Portland, Chris and Ryan break down the Timbers’ comeback draw at the Sounders, look ahead to LAFC, and wade into Messi-mania. On the Thorns side, they chat about the “concerning” performance at Racing Louisville, examine Portland’s remaining schedule, and reflect on Megan Rapinoe’s upcoming final match at Providence Park. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices