David Beffert
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Here for soccer along with Portland stuff, politics, economics, etc. #RCTID #BAONPDX
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Before kickoff, get the full picture. The 2026 Timbers season preview podcast is LIVE!
🔑 5 key players ahead of kickoff
⭐️ Velde + Kelsy leading the attack
🤔 How the Timbers play different in '26
Full podcast: creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/...
🔑 5 key players ahead of kickoff
⭐️ Velde + Kelsy leading the attack
🤔 How the Timbers play different in '26
Full podcast: creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/...
February 17, 2026 at 7:07 PM
Before kickoff, get the full picture. The 2026 Timbers season preview podcast is LIVE!
🔑 5 key players ahead of kickoff
⭐️ Velde + Kelsy leading the attack
🤔 How the Timbers play different in '26
Full podcast: creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/...
🔑 5 key players ahead of kickoff
⭐️ Velde + Kelsy leading the attack
🤔 How the Timbers play different in '26
Full podcast: creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/...
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We'll enter the classroom with Portland Timbers coach Phil Neville & New York City FC profe Pascal Jansen tonight on "The Coaching Academy."
Great stories, strategies & thoughts on their current sides.
9pm ET/6pm PT SiriusXM FC Ch. 157
@timbersarmy.org @newyorkcityfc.com @timbersfpl.bsky.social
Great stories, strategies & thoughts on their current sides.
9pm ET/6pm PT SiriusXM FC Ch. 157
@timbersarmy.org @newyorkcityfc.com @timbersfpl.bsky.social
February 17, 2026 at 2:01 PM
We'll enter the classroom with Portland Timbers coach Phil Neville & New York City FC profe Pascal Jansen tonight on "The Coaching Academy."
Great stories, strategies & thoughts on their current sides.
9pm ET/6pm PT SiriusXM FC Ch. 157
@timbersarmy.org @newyorkcityfc.com @timbersfpl.bsky.social
Great stories, strategies & thoughts on their current sides.
9pm ET/6pm PT SiriusXM FC Ch. 157
@timbersarmy.org @newyorkcityfc.com @timbersfpl.bsky.social
“Doylestown, PA” seems like an Easter egg troll of a former employee hidden in this dystopian announcement
www.mlssoccer.com/news/wicket-...
www.mlssoccer.com/news/wicket-...
Wicket Expands Agreement with Major League Soccer to Power Identity-Driven Experiences Across MLS Events | MLSSoccer.com
DOYLESTOWN, PA. — February 16, 2026 — Wicket, the leading facial authentication platform provider in live events, today announced an expanded agreement with Major League Soccer (MLS) to deploy Wicket’...
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February 17, 2026 at 2:54 AM
“Doylestown, PA” seems like an Easter egg troll of a former employee hidden in this dystopian announcement
www.mlssoccer.com/news/wicket-...
www.mlssoccer.com/news/wicket-...
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Down at Coachella I had the chance to catchup with Timbers DP Kristoffer Velde.
“This year there is a more clear idea of what we're going to do." #RCTID
Full interview below talking preseason, life in Portland, golf, and his first 12 games as Timber.
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“This year there is a more clear idea of what we're going to do." #RCTID
Full interview below talking preseason, life in Portland, golf, and his first 12 games as Timber.
www.patreon.com/posts/founda...
The foundation is in place — Kristoffer Velde’s first full MLS season awaits | The Timber Review
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February 16, 2026 at 9:52 PM
Down at Coachella I had the chance to catchup with Timbers DP Kristoffer Velde.
“This year there is a more clear idea of what we're going to do." #RCTID
Full interview below talking preseason, life in Portland, golf, and his first 12 games as Timber.
www.patreon.com/posts/founda...
“This year there is a more clear idea of what we're going to do." #RCTID
Full interview below talking preseason, life in Portland, golf, and his first 12 games as Timber.
www.patreon.com/posts/founda...
Turns out when you assemble a dragon’s horde worth of GAM, you can afford to sign James Rodriguez on very low risk terms.
Minnesota United acquired James Rodriguez in a surprising move. A lot of discussion is about the risk Rodriguez brings if he doesn't work out. Is that an issue with the nature of MLS Roster Rules? Let's dive into it:
Minnesota United and Salary Flexibility
How keeping the powder dry allowed the Loons to take a calculated risk on James Rodriguez
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February 16, 2026 at 8:49 PM
Turns out when you assemble a dragon’s horde worth of GAM, you can afford to sign James Rodriguez on very low risk terms.
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Minnesota United acquired James Rodriguez in a surprising move. A lot of discussion is about the risk Rodriguez brings if he doesn't work out. Is that an issue with the nature of MLS Roster Rules? Let's dive into it:
Minnesota United and Salary Flexibility
How keeping the powder dry allowed the Loons to take a calculated risk on James Rodriguez
open.substack.com
February 16, 2026 at 8:12 PM
Minnesota United acquired James Rodriguez in a surprising move. A lot of discussion is about the risk Rodriguez brings if he doesn't work out. Is that an issue with the nature of MLS Roster Rules? Let's dive into it:
February 16, 2026 at 4:23 PM
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I've been thinking about this preview for several days because something felt off about it. Portland wants to progress the ball by passing, not carrying. However, all these carries are necessary because players are spread out all over the place during buildup. #RCTID
Preview time: @mattbarger.bsky.social talks about the dribbly bois in Portland, @beninquiring.bsky.social is a Bradley believer, and @philwest.bsky.social speaks the gospel according to Moose
www.americansocceranalysis.com/home/2026/2/...
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2026 MLS Previews: Portland, NYRB, Dallas — American Soccer Analysis
Our 2026 MLS Season Previews have started and today we hit Michael Bradley’s new look Red Bulls, the Timbers, and FC Dallas. If you want to support this coverage of the league, you can head to our ...
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February 16, 2026 at 2:19 PM
I've been thinking about this preview for several days because something felt off about it. Portland wants to progress the ball by passing, not carrying. However, all these carries are necessary because players are spread out all over the place during buildup. #RCTID
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Our team-by-team MLS previews are live at @backheeled.com 👀
You can binge all 30 previews right up until Saturday's first kick. Or, you can just read about your favorite team and hate-read about your biggest rival.
Whatever floats your boat.
Read ⤵️️
You can binge all 30 previews right up until Saturday's first kick. Or, you can just read about your favorite team and hate-read about your biggest rival.
Whatever floats your boat.
Read ⤵️️
MLS 2026 season team previews: In-depth, unparalleled look at all 30 clubs
With a new MLS season starting this weekend, we have unparalleled previews for each and every team.
www.backheeled.com
February 16, 2026 at 2:38 PM
Our team-by-team MLS previews are live at @backheeled.com 👀
You can binge all 30 previews right up until Saturday's first kick. Or, you can just read about your favorite team and hate-read about your biggest rival.
Whatever floats your boat.
Read ⤵️️
You can binge all 30 previews right up until Saturday's first kick. Or, you can just read about your favorite team and hate-read about your biggest rival.
Whatever floats your boat.
Read ⤵️️
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The Sunday night MLS wrap-up is back next week – and every week thereafter for a long, long time.
For the first time in 15 years it won't be on MLSsoccer. Make sure you subscribe to TacticsFreeZone.com.
For the first time in 15 years it won't be on MLSsoccer. Make sure you subscribe to TacticsFreeZone.com.
February 16, 2026 at 2:28 AM
The Sunday night MLS wrap-up is back next week – and every week thereafter for a long, long time.
For the first time in 15 years it won't be on MLSsoccer. Make sure you subscribe to TacticsFreeZone.com.
For the first time in 15 years it won't be on MLSsoccer. Make sure you subscribe to TacticsFreeZone.com.
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The Kicker Monday headline is “Born to be a boss.”
“Nico Schlotterbeck steps forward with BVB. We tell the exciting story of a loud leader.”
“Nico Schlotterbeck steps forward with BVB. We tell the exciting story of a loud leader.”
February 15, 2026 at 10:41 PM
The Kicker Monday headline is “Born to be a boss.”
“Nico Schlotterbeck steps forward with BVB. We tell the exciting story of a loud leader.”
“Nico Schlotterbeck steps forward with BVB. We tell the exciting story of a loud leader.”
February 15, 2026 at 7:33 PM
It’s good they are doing the obvious thing here. Labeling single stall bathrooms with a specific gender is staggeringly inefficient for everyone.
www.oregonlive.com/politics/202...
www.oregonlive.com/politics/202...
New Portland rule for bathrooms means single stalls will be one for all
The Portland City Council voted Wednesday to join cities such as Seattle and Washington, D.C. in requiring gender-neutral signs on single-occupancy bathrooms.
www.oregonlive.com
February 15, 2026 at 7:12 PM
It’s good they are doing the obvious thing here. Labeling single stall bathrooms with a specific gender is staggeringly inefficient for everyone.
www.oregonlive.com/politics/202...
www.oregonlive.com/politics/202...
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Clubs prioritising young players in the market are wasting their money and time unless they’re built to actually develop those players.
It’s not just mins - it’s culture, opportunity, specialisation in certain areas. It’s why some clubs buy prospects who stall and others actually advance careers.
It’s not just mins - it’s culture, opportunity, specialisation in certain areas. It’s why some clubs buy prospects who stall and others actually advance careers.
February 15, 2026 at 7:05 PM
Clubs prioritising young players in the market are wasting their money and time unless they’re built to actually develop those players.
It’s not just mins - it’s culture, opportunity, specialisation in certain areas. It’s why some clubs buy prospects who stall and others actually advance careers.
It’s not just mins - it’s culture, opportunity, specialisation in certain areas. It’s why some clubs buy prospects who stall and others actually advance careers.
I’ve listened to both of the preview pods and the DC United one is just riveting. Definitely worth a listen.
Good enough to not be last 🏆
Was DC United’s offseason moves be enough to push them out of the Wooden Spoon race?
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Was DC United’s offseason moves be enough to push them out of the Wooden Spoon race?
@rfkrefugees.bsky.social
February 15, 2026 at 5:55 PM
I’ve listened to both of the preview pods and the DC United one is just riveting. Definitely worth a listen.
If I thought I were a deserved winner (with a massive 0.06 more xG), I would simply make my penalties and win the thing
A very proud Birmingham City boss on how his side would have been deserved winners against Leeds United. Comparison with Newcastle United was a painful one for the Whites players who started the game at least.
#lufc
www.yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk/sport/footba...
#lufc
www.yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk/sport/footba...
Birmingham boss on 'deserved winners' of Leeds United cup tie & penalty shout
Leeds United were made to fight for their place in the FA Cup fifth round by Championship opposition.
www.yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk
February 15, 2026 at 4:28 PM
If I thought I were a deserved winner (with a massive 0.06 more xG), I would simply make my penalties and win the thing
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it’s finally here! preseason matchday in Palm Springs 🌴
🆚 Angel City
⏰ 1:00pm PT
📍 Coachella Valley Invitational
💻 stream here: youtube.com/live/s0P5RTC...
📺 Watch on Fox 12 Plus
🆚 Angel City
⏰ 1:00pm PT
📍 Coachella Valley Invitational
💻 stream here: youtube.com/live/s0P5RTC...
📺 Watch on Fox 12 Plus
February 15, 2026 at 3:27 PM
it’s finally here! preseason matchday in Palm Springs 🌴
🆚 Angel City
⏰ 1:00pm PT
📍 Coachella Valley Invitational
💻 stream here: youtube.com/live/s0P5RTC...
📺 Watch on Fox 12 Plus
🆚 Angel City
⏰ 1:00pm PT
📍 Coachella Valley Invitational
💻 stream here: youtube.com/live/s0P5RTC...
📺 Watch on Fox 12 Plus
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But war is pain, and hate is woe.
February 15, 2026 at 5:47 AM
But war is pain, and hate is woe.
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February 15, 2026 at 3:48 AM
Disappointing from a Thorns manager search POV
Twila Kilgore has returned to the Houston Dash, this time as technical director.
February 14, 2026 at 11:36 PM
Disappointing from a Thorns manager search POV
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A second half barrage with a Pipe Mora brace tops Chicago to finish preseason.
“I look at attitude, the competition, performances and Gage Guerra is ready to play.”
Report with highlights, analysis, quotes (Neville, Berhalter) plus a transfer update. #RCTID
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“I look at attitude, the competition, performances and Gage Guerra is ready to play.”
Report with highlights, analysis, quotes (Neville, Berhalter) plus a transfer update. #RCTID
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Late winner over Chicago caps preseason as Portland eyes final roster moves | The Timber Review
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February 14, 2026 at 11:09 PM
A second half barrage with a Pipe Mora brace tops Chicago to finish preseason.
“I look at attitude, the competition, performances and Gage Guerra is ready to play.”
Report with highlights, analysis, quotes (Neville, Berhalter) plus a transfer update. #RCTID
www.patreon.com/posts/late-w...
“I look at attitude, the competition, performances and Gage Guerra is ready to play.”
Report with highlights, analysis, quotes (Neville, Berhalter) plus a transfer update. #RCTID
www.patreon.com/posts/late-w...
Roses are red,
Violets are blue
DCL has eight goals in a line
Plus another two
Violets are blue
DCL has eight goals in a line
Plus another two
Roses are white,
Queen orchids have blue in,
No one has more Premier League goals from inside the six-yard box this season as Dominic Calvert-Lewin.
Queen orchids have blue in,
No one has more Premier League goals from inside the six-yard box this season as Dominic Calvert-Lewin.
February 14, 2026 at 10:28 PM
Roses are red,
Violets are blue
DCL has eight goals in a line
Plus another two
Violets are blue
DCL has eight goals in a line
Plus another two
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Just stationing 5 players at the midfield stripe, forcing SJ to take attackers out of the box and defend against a potential counter.
Done it three times now and unfortunately all 3 corners have been shit – hasn't generated an attack on either end, and the service was nowhere near Freese.
Done it three times now and unfortunately all 3 corners have been shit – hasn't generated an attack on either end, and the service was nowhere near Freese.
February 14, 2026 at 9:26 PM
Just stationing 5 players at the midfield stripe, forcing SJ to take attackers out of the box and defend against a potential counter.
Done it three times now and unfortunately all 3 corners have been shit – hasn't generated an attack on either end, and the service was nowhere near Freese.
Done it three times now and unfortunately all 3 corners have been shit – hasn't generated an attack on either end, and the service was nowhere near Freese.