Timbers Time

Timbers Time
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A new podcast about the Portland Timbers and a mutual love for the beautiful game. Chris, a Brit, and Matt, an American, who have both watched the team for more than a decade from the North End, discuss their different perspectives on the team as they traverse the 2026 season, with a focus on analysis. No press passes here, we will talk openly and honestly about the team, pulling no punches, but also heaping on praise and enthusiasm when it’s earned. Go Timbers! Send in your questions to: timberstimepod@gmail.com

  1. Jun 29

    Midseason Madness - World Cup, Coaching Hire and Transfer Window Special!

    It's Timbers Time! With GM Ned Grabavoy speaking recently on the team’s next coaching hire and summer transfer plans, in the shadow of the world cup Matt and Chris get stuck into what’s next for the team in terms of coaching and talk potential roster additions and departures with a full breakdown of Ned’s talking points plus an analysis of team needs, and potential moves, in every part of the pitch… RCTID! This episode's key talking points include: Coach hire likely in the next few weeks! World Cup Chat Why the Timbers may have passed on Jim Curtin Potential head coach hires coaching at the World Cup How much say should a coach have on transfers? Talk of a DP 9 is over, but the hunt for a new U22 DP is on! What might the frontline and backline reinforcements be that Ned talked of? How has the World Cup affected Finn Surman’s transfer value? Why the current midfield roster is a tactical conundrum for the new coach Jack Cassidy promoted from T2 to run training camp MLS players at the World Cup & Pants not making the Canada squad Big MLS Transfers - Lewandowski, Casemiro and Santi Gimenez join the league? An extra Timbers game is added to the schedule! Content Warning: One F bomb, some lesser swears Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (0:57) World Cup chat (6:46) Ned Speaks - Moving on from Phil’s Firing (10:02) Ned Speaks - Coaching Hire Process (16:03) Ned Speaks - Progress on the Hire (22:04) Thoughts on Thomas Christiansen (27:29) Ned Speaks - The Transfer Window (30:03) Roster Review, Transfer Needs & Speculation - Defence (40:45) Roster Review, Transfer Needs & Speculation - Midfield (48:25) Roster Review, Transfer Needs & Speculation - Forwards (51:55) Timbers News - Jack Cassidy is our Temporary Coach & Exhibition Game (56:55) MLS at the World Cup (1:05:53) MLS Transfers and Transfer Rumors Listener Topics and Questions! Thanks for listening and please do send us your questions or topics for analysis for the next episode: ⁠⁠⁠timberstimepod@gmail.com or DM us on IG:  timberstimepod

    1h 13m

  2. May 27

    The Last Days of Disco - Phil Neville Departs! - Portland Timbers vs San Jose Earthquakes

    It's Timbers Time and Phil Neville is no more! Chris and Matt talk briefly about how a calamitous start sealed his fate as he’s outcoached by Uncle Bruce in the 3-1 home defeat to San Jose with the crowd audibly chanting for his departure in injury time. Then we discuss what's next for the Timbers? Which available coaches might be a good fit? Would Willfriend Nancy work with our roster? Is a Latin coach a requirement? RCTID! This episode's key talking points include: Phil Departs!Who are the obvious names for the Timbers coaching search and who are some left field choices? Would Wilfried Nancy work as Timbers coach?Is it right or wrong to chant for a coach to be fired?Can the Timbers turn it around and make the playoffs?Brutal defensive transition problems summed up Phil’s tactical issues perfectlyAimless crosses pepper the box and create nothingMixed emotions on the Antony goalBody language tells of a broken team spiritPhil thoroughly outcoached by Uncle BrucePhil’s last roll of the dice is to play no defensive midfieldersAntony’s left foot strikes againPipe Mora’s swansong?Phil’s last press conference is classic NevilleNed: Phil has “fallen well short of expectations”It’s perfect timing for a new coach to come inDoes the team need a Latin coach for cultural reasons?Antony’s Social Media DramaTimbers DP needs - we need a talented left footer in the final thirdTimers Time World Cup Pod Schedule!Content Warning: One or two little s words Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (0:46) Phil Neville is Gone! (2:31) San Jose (H) - Pre-Game (5:53) San Jose (H) - First Half Analysis (17:03) San Jose (H) - Second Half Analysis (26:23) San Jose (H)  - Post Game - Phil’s Press Conference (28:06) Phil Neville Departs - Official Statements (32:25) New Coach Hire Process and Timing (36:23) Does the team need a Latin coach? Was Phil ever the right cultural fit? (40:59) Potential Names for the Timbers’ Coaching Search (50:35) Timbers News, MLS News (54:18) Timbers Time Podcasts during the World Cup Break Listener Topics and Questions! Thanks for listening and please do send us your questions or topics for analysis for the next episode: ⁠⁠⁠timberstimepod@gmail.com or DM us on IG:  timberstimepod

    57 min

  3. May 21

    One-Two Punches - Portland Timbers at Inter Miami

    It's Timbers Time! In this week’s episode Chris and Matt discuss Messi undoing the Timbers on a sweaty night in Miami, analyse the possible impact of the under-discussed Private Equity investment in the team and the relative drop-off in roster spend since, catch up on three entertaining T2 games and ask if Phil will survive a home loss to San Jose… RCTID! This episode's key talking points include: Is Phil just running out the starters to save his job rather than using his capable depth players in a three game week? Messi’s classic one-two passes take the Timbers apart twice in the first half Was Chara really taken off because of an injury or was it cover for a poor performance? Velde’s second half was full of highlights but no goals, was he trying too hard? Finn’s top tier defending continues to look effortless Guerra’s magic scoring beard Pants makes a top tier save from Messi’s free kick, is this a save of the year contender? Digging into the Private Equity investment in the Timbers in 2021 and the subsequent drop in relative roster investment - correlation or causation? Why Private Equity loves American Sports over European leagues and why that should be concerning for Timbers fans T2 are on a tear, updates on their last three gams Is Mora done as a Timber? Does his departure mean a DP 9 is coming? San Jose (H) Preview - Will Phil survive a loss? Content Warning: One or two moderate swears Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (1:33) Miami (A) - Pre-Game (3:59) Miami (A) - First Half Analysis (17:33) Miami (A) - Second Half Analysis (30:14) Miami (A) - Post Game - Moment and Man of the Match (32:23) Miami (A) - Post Game - Press Conferences - Phil & Finn (38:16) Analysis - Private Equity Investment in the Timbers (49:07) T2 Update (52:38) Timbers News, MLS News (56:08) San Jose (H) Preview Listener Topics and Questions! Thanks for listening and please do send us your questions or topics for analysis for the next episode: ⁠⁠⁠timberstimepod@gmail.com or DM us on IG:  timberstimepod

    59 min

  4. May 15

    Ego Tripping at the Gates of Stade Saputo - Portland Timbers at CF Montreal

    It's Timbers Time! In this episode Chris, a jet-lagged Matt and special guest Carie talk all things Timbers as the team leave Montreal with an entertaining 2-2 tie. Matt reports on the  atmosphere at the stadium and hanging out with a large Pantemis entourage, there’s more ego chat, and we dive into the newly released 2026 salary data with Matt getting quizzed on a few surprising paychecks .. RCTID! This episode's key talking points include: Is that point enough to save Phil’s job for now? Why the lack of squad rotation? Matt hangs out with the Pantemis entourage in Montreal! Zone 14 defensive problems continue Handball disagreements DaCosta looking more and more like Nagbe The Kelsy hot streak continues! Were the Timbers lucky to get an equalizer? Should Mora have come in earlier? Finn the defensive comfort blanket Is a draw good enough? Phil says both goals are due to individual errors, who’s to blame? Da Costa and Bassett’s offensive rotations Salary discrepancies in the locker room Who’s salary is the most surprising? Does Velde deserve to be an All Star? Miami (A) Preview Content Warning: Moderate swears Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (6:45) Montreal (A) - Pre-Game Press Conferences & Injury Report (12:05) Montreal (A) - Starting XI (13:59) Montreal (A)- First Half Analysis (32:33) Montreal (A)- Second Half Analysis (44:31) Montreal (A) - Post Game - Moment and Man of the Match (51:02) Montreal (A) - Phil’s Post-Game Press Conference (55:57) MLS 2026 Salary Review - Higher or Lower? (1:04:06) Timbers News, MLS News (1:06:02) Miami (A) Preview Listener Topics and Questions! Thanks for listening and please do send us your questions or topics for analysis for the next episode: ⁠⁠⁠timberstimepod@gmail.com Or DM us on IG: timberstimepod

    1h 8m

  5. May 12

    Six Shooters - Portland Timbers vs Sporting Kansas City

    It's Timbers Time! In this week’s episode Chris and Matt are in a celebratory mood as the Timbers spank Sporting Kansas City 6-0, with multiple bangers to discuss. After enjoying the win, there’s reflection on what this result means, is it enough to keep Phil in a job? Was it a more dominant win than RSL had over us? We then wrap up with some Pants ceiling chat and a Montreal away preview. This episode's key talking points include: What does this result mean for Phil’s future? How does our domination of SKC compare to RSL’s domination of us? We look great in possession (when there’s no ball pressure) Velde scores a long range banger to spite Matt Best songs for the TA to sing when we’re up 4-0 Is showboating disrespectful to the opposition? Phil does something pragmatic!  How second half substitutes sprung the team back into life Another Timbers MLS hat trick goes begging Kelsy’s redemption arc - Are we still going to go for a DP 9? How much can you read into individual performances against such poor opposition? Why Chris thinks it’s worth paying attention to press conferences Can Pantemis improve his distribution and dribbling? Chara in a popemobile? Montreal (A) Preview What squad rotations do we anticipate for midweek? Content Warning: S Bombs Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (2:00) SKC (H) - Pre-Game Press Conferences & Injury Report (7:00) SKC (H) - Starting XI (8:01) SKC (H) - First Half Analysis (21:50) SKC (H) - Second Half Analysis (33:12) SKC (H) - Post Game - Moment and Man of the Match (42:26) SKC (H) - Phil’s Post-Game Press Conference (48:39) What Does This Result Mean For Phil’s Future? (51:30) Comparing Our Domination of SKC With RSL’s Domination Last Week (57:04) Listener Question - Can Pantemis Realistically Improve his Distribution and Dribbling? (1:03:11) How Did Chris, As a Brit, End up in Portland? (1:06:52) Timbers News, MLS News (1:10:31) Montreal (A) Preview Listener Topics and Questions! Thanks for listening and please do send us your questions or topics for analysis for the next episode: ⁠⁠⁠timberstimepod@gmail.com or DM us on IG:  timberstimepod

    1h 18m

  6. May 6

    Pants on Fire - Portland Timbers at Real Salt Lake

    It's Timbers Time! In this week’s episode Chris and Matt discuss James Pantemis’s heroics in the Timbers 2-0 defeat to Real Salt Lake as he dreams of the MLS record of saves … not a great sign for our defence! We talk about how our press didn’t stand up to the challenge, why Phil took the blame for the first half and we preview a must win game against UnSporting Kansas City where some “complacent” players are on the block. RCTID! This episode's talking points include: Pantemis stands on his head to prevent an embarrassment in Utah Do the Timbers need to “have a little dance”? How our hopes the press was improved were dashed at its first real test The stark difference between the off-ball movement of the two teams Velde looked frustrated, is his mindset becoming a problem? Is Diego Luna a true USMNT calibre player or did we just make him look good? RSL’s first clean sheet of the year, what does that say about our attack? Phil takes the blame for the first half, but why that psychological approach? Phil says there's some complacency and implies he’s going to make changes - the established and high paid players are on the block, what lineup do we expect for the next game? SKC (H) preview Content Warning: Light to Moderate swears Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (1:26) RSL (A) - Pre-Game Press Conferences (4:25) RSL (A) - Injury Report (5:11) RSL (A) - Starting XI & Formation Analysis (6:31) RSL (A) - First Half Analysis (22:18) RSL (A) - Second Half Analysis (37:17) RSL (A) - Post Game - Moment and Man of the Match (46:09) RSL (A) - Thoughts on the high press (48:47) RSL (A) - Phil’s Post-Game Press Conference (53:39) RSL (A) - Pantemis's Post-Game Press Conference (56:18) T2 Update (57:56) Timbers News, MLS News (1:00:54) SKC (H) Preview Listener Topics and Questions! Thanks for listening and please do send us your questions or topics for analysis for the next episode: ⁠⁠⁠timberstimepod@gmail.com or DM us on IG:  timberstimepod

    1h 6m

  7. Apr 30

    Chaos SD & Zone 14 of Interest - Portland Timbers at San Diego FC

    It's Timbers Time! Matt’s back from Europe and there’s plenty to talk about this week - we discuss the late game chaos as the Timbers come back from San Diego with three points, more Antony counterattacking madness, stupid handball rules, and continued improvements in the press. Plus the Timbers are conceding a goal a game (!) from outside the box or thereabouts… Chris does a deep tactical dive into what's going wrong in Zone 14. RCTID! This episode's talking points include: Was this the right game to drop Antony from the starting XI? Why are we conceding from so many long shots? A deep dive analysis! What systemic problems do the Timbers have and who’s to blame? Why the press continues to improve, but why it’s too early to believe Why our early turnovers weren’t punished The penalty law is still stupid Should Kelsy’s disallowed goal have stood? How many goals should Cole Bassett be good for this year? Antony’s left foot strikes again (or doesn’t strike again) Chara’s golden years get us in our feels The bizarre last three minutes were tactical madness from Phil On reflection, how bad was the first half? Phil reveals his "Weakness" Losing the Whitecaps would be heartbreaking RSL (A) preview Content Warning: "S" Bombs ahoy Content Links: Shot Location and Expected Goals in the Premier League: https://cartilagefreecaptain.sbnation.com/2013/11/13/5098186/shot-matrix-i-shot-location-and-expected-goals Soccer “Zones” Map: https://smarter.soccer/free-downloads/Smarter-Soccer-The-Soccer-Zones.pdf Where Goals Come From: https://www.americansocceranalysis.com/home/tag/Where+Goals+Come+From How 442 became 4231: https://www.theguardian.com/football/blog/2008/dec/18/4231-442-tactics-jonathan-wilson Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (2:24) San Diego (A) - Pre-Game Press Conferences (7:45) San Diego (A) - Injury Report (9:04) San Diego (A)- Starting XI & Formation Analysis (13:08) San Diego (A) - First Half Analysis (25:24) San Diego (A) - Second Half Analysis (49:54) San Diego (A) - Post Game - Moment and Man of the Match (59:09) San Diego (A) - Phil’s Post-Game Press Conference (1:03:59) Zone 14 of Interest - Why Are The Timbers Conceding So Many Long Shots? (1:25:52) Timbers News, MLS News (1:31:01) RSL (A) Preview Listener Topics and Questions!Thanks for listening and please do send us your questions or topics for analysis for the next episode: Email: ⁠⁠⁠timberstimepod@gmail.com IG:  timberstimepod

    1h 38m

  8. Apr 22

    Gopher Broke State of Mind - Portland Timbers at Minnesota United

    It's Timbers Time! This week, with Matt adventuring in Europe, Chris sails solo with a quick hitting pod going over the error-strewn loss in Minnesota, as the Timbers go for broke and leave empty handed, if points do in fact manifest in the hand metaphorically. There's at least hope in one young player’s development and intrigue in asking what it would take to get us to buy into Phil-osophy?…. RCTID! This episode's talking points include: An intelligent and tactically nuanced press conference (not by Phil Neville) Relief at Juan Mosquera’s injury news Big problems in defensive transition remain How five consecutive errors led to the opening Minnesota goal The shocking percentage of goals the Timbers have conceded from outside the box How Antony’s unwillingness to use his left foot is creating so many problems Seeing the long diagonal ball in transition as a recent pattern for opposition goals How despite extremely aggressive and risky defensive positioning in the second half the team create barely a chance against a set defence Finn’s on ball development is a bright spark in a struggling team What would it take for us to buy into Phil-osophy? Velde’s acting woes T2 update San Diego (A) preview Timestamps: (0:00) Introduction (1:16) Minnesota (A) - Pre-Game Press Conferences (3:29) Minnesota (A) - Starting XI & Formation Analysis (5:01) Minnesota (A) - First Half Analysis (11:29) Minnesota (A) - Second Half Analysis (15:33) Minnesota (A) - Post Game - Moment and Man of the Match (16:45) Minnesota (A) - Phil’s Post-Game Press Conference (17:57) Listener Question - What would it take for us to buy into Phil-sophy? (21:37) Timbers News, T2 Update, MLS News (23:14) San Diego (A) Preview Listener Topics and Questions! Thanks for listening and please do send us your questions or topics for analysis for the next episode: ⁠⁠⁠timberstimepod@gmail.com or DM us on IG:  timberstimepod

    24 min
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A new podcast about the Portland Timbers and a mutual love for the beautiful game. Chris, a Brit, and Matt, an American, who have both watched the team for more than a decade from the North End, discuss their different perspectives on the team as they traverse the 2026 season, with a focus on analysis. No press passes here, we will talk openly and honestly about the team, pulling no punches, but also heaping on praise and enthusiasm when it’s earned. Go Timbers! Send in your questions to: timberstimepod@gmail.com

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