Finn a full game in a 1-1 draw. Actually Soccerway now shows the formation as a back 4.
The other starting CB, Kamal Miller got subbed off at 74 mins, and replaced by fellow Canadian Zach McGraw (both age 27, both experienced MLS defenders). That must be good signs for Surman, as he gets to grips with the MLS.
Portland play again March 23rd. Hopefully FS keeps his starter's spot, meaning missing the AWs this month was worth it.
Surman a bit of credit for the Timbers goal, his big frame being a distracting nuisance in the pen box, 2nd phase from a corner. McGraw at fault for giving Ramirez too much space for Galaxy's goal late on. Looks like Surman was man marking 1.91m Spaniard Miguel Berry. And yeah Providence Park sure has atmosphere.
https://www.mlssoccer.com/video/#highlights-portland-timbers-vs-la-galaxy-march-16-2025
The other starting CB, Kamal Miller got subbed off at 74 mins, and replaced by fellow Canadian Zach McGraw (both age 27, both experienced MLS defenders). That must be good signs for Surman, as he gets to grips with the MLS.
Portland play again March 23rd. Hopefully FS keeps his starter's spot, meaning missing the AWs this month was worth it.
Surman a bit of credit for the Timbers goal, his big frame being a distracting nuisance in the pen box, 2nd phase from a corner. McGraw at fault for giving Ramirez too much space for Galaxy's goal late on. Looks like Surman was man marking 1.91m Spaniard Miguel Berry. And yeah Providence Park sure has atmosphere.
https://www.mlssoccer.com/video/#highlights-portland-timbers-vs-la-galaxy-march-16-2025