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Timbers vs Club America.

Surrounded by America fans who had each paid $250+ to be there. Some had never seen their team play live before.

The Timbers lost but I was happy for how excited they all were with the America win. A great atmosphere and a memorable night.

Sometimes a loss is a win.
August 10, 2026 at 1:03 PM
Is Jack Cassidy that good? Was Phil Neville that bad? Was it all luck? Do coaches make a difference?
August 7, 2026 at 4:42 PM
Even if he loses, his record will be 4-1-1. A win rate of 67%, PPG of 2.2, and a percentage of available points of 72%

To put that in perspective, Phil Neville’s record with the exact same talent this year, was 4-8-2. I.e. a win rate of 29%, PPG of 1, and percentage of available points of 33%.
August 7, 2026 at 4:41 PM