Soccer Made in Portland

Soccer Made in Portland is coming to an end. At least for now. On this final episode (unless they decide to randomly record again), Chris and Ryan reflect on the last couple of years and the importance of soccer journalism. Before that, though, the business of the day: USWNT wins Olympic gold, the Thorns make some moves, and the Timbers prepare for the stretch run. Learn more about your ad choices...

The Timbers’ attack is white hot, and the Thorns’ season has plateaued a bit heading into the Olympic break. On this week’s episode, Chris is back from his wedding and honeymoon to chat with Ryan about all things PTFC, including several games and transfer buzz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Portland Timbers’ turnaround is rolling along, thanks in large part to improved defense and MVP-caliber play from Evander. How can Phil Neville’s squad keep this up? Plus, a look at the brutal 4-1 loss for the Thorns at home vs. Kansas City, breaking down the USWNT Olympic roster, and examining the fit for Casey Stoney as potential Thorns coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphon...

The Portland Thorns picked up a pair of clean sheets in a row, and are navigating some red card drama in the process. And the Timbers — four games unbeaten — are back after a break following their 0-0 draw at St. Louis. On this week’s episode, Ryan and Chris discuss wedding planning, frivolous appeals, track and field, and a whole lot of soccer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...

The Portland Timbers have won three of five, and in stretches have solved some of their defensive issues. Can they keep that up against better competition, and fully turn this season on its head? Plus, the Thorns are back from the international break and aim to get back on the winning track. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Portland Thorns are growing their investor group, which now includes the billionaire CEO of Columbia Sportswear. What does that mean for the club’s future, the development of a training facility, and perhaps a WNBA team in Portland? This week, Chris and Ryan discuss those major investor additions, preview a massive match in Thorns vs. Pride, and examine the Timbers trying to get out of their f...

Down 2-0 at half on Wednesday night against San Jose, the Portland Timbers appeared to be dead in the water. But with a renewed vigor and some questionable calls, they came all the way back to win, 4-2, and break a nine-match winless streak. On this week’s episode of Soccer Made in Portland, co-hosts Ryan Clarke and Chris Rifer look at the good, the bad, and the downright ugly from Portland’s vict...

The Rob Gale era is off to a brilliant start for the Portland Thorns, winners of four straight and regaining confidence amid an imperfect stretch. Has Portland’s interim manager found the right mix? On this week’s episode, Chris and Ryan break down what has worked well for the Thorns in their winning streak, and examine Gale’s influence. Plus, checking in with the Timbers after eight straight game...

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...

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/adchoice...

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...

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...

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 piece...

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 upco...

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...

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...

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 th...

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...

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...

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 happeni...

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 f...

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, examin...

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...