The Portland Timbers putting their streak in peril in Tinsel Town

Portland Timbers v LAFC by Diego G Diaz/ProstAmerika.com

Portland Timbers (8, 3, 5, 29 points) vs LAFC (10, 4, 4, 34 points)

Sunday July 15, 2018 3:00 PM PST/ 6:00 PM EST

Banc of California Stadium, Los Angeles, California

Portland Timbers at a glance

Eleven wonderful games running with perfection and no danger in sight. Still for Gio Savarese and company going to the first time to LAFC colossus and experience the noise of their fans. In addition, of battling one of the most surprising and competitive initial elevens in the league. As the new Boys in MLS block are playing a top of the line football.

However, many squads are not labeling the new Portland Timbers as a walk in the park. For the Rose City Boys playing their own version of a renewed and dynamic filled game in every match, this upcoming affair will be one serious candidate for game of the week.

With Giovanni Savarese he and his Boys despite their perfect run, they do not underestimate any of their foes. As they battle each squad with a high degree of seriousness. So far, hard work has been one of Gio’s traits and successes in Rose City. By not putting their guards down these are aware of the quality of players this club possesses.

For Gio in every match this man has taking a risk and gamble with different formations. This time I doubt he can send his 4-4-2 instead changing back to a more defensive 4-3-2-1. Knowing how manager Savarese works and what he has under his sleeve, who knows the surprise he has in hand for this Sunday’s match. Being aware of the might of the LAFC considered as one of the top squads in the league.

GK Jeff Attinella, Alvas Powell, Larry’s Mabiala, Julio Cascante, Zarek Valentin- Diego Chara, Lawrence Olum, Andres Flores- Sebastian Blanco (Dairon Aspirilla), Diego Valeri- Samuel Armenteros

Portland Timbers v LAFC by Diego G Diaz/ProstAmerika.com

LAFC at a glance

Manager Bob Bradley is aware of the might and push the Portland Timbers has in this 2018. Currently his squad seeded in second place with 34 points and trailing first place FC Dallas by just a point. As the memories of that May, 19 are still alive in the LA squad manager mind. After losing to Portland by just a single goal and his offensive game held by the Timbers defensive might. Before this match, his squad had a sensational run and coming to Rose City as one of the most explosive offensive games.

So far, the LA side comes from a five game winning streak. Making this matchup as I mentioned this week as the highlight of MLS, due to both squad’s arsenals and putting their winning streaks on the line. As this squad initial eleven, in boxing terms considered the most complete squad pound per pound.

For Manager Bob Bradley seeing his squad complete with his top playmaker Carlos Vela back from World Cup action. He will join a new group playing wonderful football in Lee Nguyen, Latif Blessing and their new weapon in Adama Diomande.

Come this Sunday the Portland defensive backfield will have its hands full. As the LAFC will be a tough foe to tumble, especially at home. Here their fan base is looking forward to surpass and net the recognition as the Timbers Army has in the whole league.

Nothing written and for both the LAFC and Portland Timbers this affair will be one contested one. As both squads will be putting their runs with perfection on the line. Still for manager Bob Bradley, he will send a very offensive prone 4-3-3 formation.

GK Tyler Miller, Steven Beitashour, Walter Zimmerman, Laurent Ciman, Jordan Harvey- Benny Feilhaber, Lee Nguyen, Carlos Vela- Latif Blessing, Adama Diomande, Diego Rossi

2018 Meeting

May 19, 2018 Portland Timbers 2, LAFC 1

All-Time Series

Portland won the first meeting these two had in thier league debut this 2018 at home in Providence Park, now the turn for the LAFC to host the Rose City squad for their second meeting of the campaign.

Forecast

A tie for PTFC will be an all-around feat in Banc of California where the LAFC is one serious contender. This will be their first-ever appearance at Banc of California Stadium.