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Obed's Off to Atleti
The big transfer of Obed Vargas to Atlético Madrid was a watershed moment for the Sounders, whose academy continues to produce, and for Obed, who now plays for his longtime favorite team. And yet its true importance is not yet written.
The Ayala Replacement?
After David Ayala was sold to Miami, one question was on everyone’s mind: “Who will replace him?” Three weeks later, it appears that the question has been partially answered. Who is Cole Bassett? Cole Bassett is a 24-year-old central midfielder from Colorado. In 2017, he joined the Colorado Rapids
Replacing David Ayala
It’s something that I never wanted to write. Two weeks ago, David Ayala was sold to Inter Miami for $2M. Because my thoughts on the transfer were rather fresh, I think they need some revision based on some new developments. Per Tom Bogert of The Athletic, Ayala wasn’t
The 2025 Off-Season To-Do List: Part 3 (Profiles)
December is usually a slow month for the Portland Timbers. As a result, there isn’t much to talk about. However, the wheels of recruitment are always spinning. Two new signings are further evidence of that fact. Those two players will improve the Timbers in 2026, but they also provide