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FILE - Seattle Sounders defender Yeimar G&oacute;mez (28) and Portland Timbers midfielder Diego Char&aacute; (21) go up for a ball during the second half of an MLS soccer match in Portland, Ore., Friday, Aug. 26, 2022. Chara&rsquo;s legacy in Major League Soccer isn&rsquo;t just the fouls that he&rsquo;s so frequently called for. It&rsquo;s his longevity.

Timbers’ Chara readies for rival Sounders boasting MLS record for regular-season games with a club

FILE - Seattle Sounders defender Yeimar G&oacute;mez (28) and Portland Timbers midfielder Diego Char&aacute; (21) go up for a ball during the second half of an MLS soccer match in Portland, Ore., Friday, Aug. 26, 2022. Chara&rsquo;s legacy in Major League Soccer isn&rsquo;t just the fouls that he&rsquo;s so frequently called for. It&rsquo;s his longevity.

May 11, 2024, 9:00am Soccer

Diego Chara’s legacy in Major League Soccer isn’t just the fouls that he’s so frequently called for. It’s his longevity. Read story

Portland Thorns forward Sophia Smith scored two goals on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, in Portland's 3-2 win at Bay FC (AP Photo/Amanda Loman, file)

Sophia Smith scores twice as Thorns beat Bay FC 3-2

Portland Thorns forward Sophia Smith scored two goals on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, in Portland's 3-2 win at Bay FC (AP Photo/Amanda Loman, file)

May 1, 2024, 9:57pm Soccer

Sophia Smith scored twice to give the Portland Thorns a 3-2 road win over expansion club Bay FC. Read story

Portland Thorns FC head coach Mike Norris talks with midfielder Sam Coffey (17) during an NWSL soccer match against NJ/NY Gotham FC, Sunday, March 24, 2024, in Portland, Ore.

Portland Thorns make coaching move following poor start

Portland Thorns FC head coach Mike Norris talks with midfielder Sam Coffey (17) during an NWSL soccer match against NJ/NY Gotham FC, Sunday, March 24, 2024, in Portland, Ore.

April 16, 2024, 5:13pm Soccer

The Portland Thorns have moved coach Mike Norris into a role as technical director and named Rob Gale interim head coach. Read story

Portland Timbers forward Dairon Asprilla (27) plays during an MLS soccer match against the Colorado Rapids, Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024, in Portland, Ore.

Timbers rally from three-goal deficit, earn 3-3 draw with Sporting KC

Portland Timbers forward Dairon Asprilla (27) plays during an MLS soccer match against the Colorado Rapids, Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024, in Portland, Ore.

April 7, 2024, 3:23pm Soccer

Defender Eric Miller scored his first career goal late in the second half and the Portland Timbers rallied from a three-goal deficit to earn a 3-3 draw with Sporting Kansas City on Sunday. Read story

King's Way Christian junior Luke Gomes, left, cuts toward the ball during a boys soccer game against Seton Catholic on March 21 in Vancouver.

Scoring over adversity: King’s Way Christian soccer player Luke Gomes says coping with hearing loss deepens his resolve – and his faith

King's Way Christian junior Luke Gomes, left, cuts toward the ball during a boys soccer game against Seton Catholic on March 21 in Vancouver.

April 3, 2024, 6:09am Clark County News

King’s Way Christian soccer player Luke Gomes says coping with hearing loss deepens his resolve – and his faith Read story

Sophia Smith had options but in the end felt like she “wasn't done” in Portland. The Thorns announced Wednesday, March 27, that they have signed Smith to a contract extension through 2025, with a player option for 2026.

Sophia Smith signs contract extension with Portland for highest annual NWSL salary

Sophia Smith had options but in the end felt like she “wasn't done” in Portland. The Thorns announced Wednesday, March 27, that they have signed Smith to a contract extension through 2025, with a player option for 2026.

March 27, 2024, 1:55pm National Sports

The Portland Thorns have announced that they have signed Sophia Smith to a contract extension through 2025, with a player option for 2026. Read story

The Portland Timbers have acquired Jonathan Rodriguez on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, from Liga MX team Club America through 2026 with a club option for another year.

Timbers acquire forward Jonathan Rodriguez from Club América

The Portland Timbers have acquired Jonathan Rodriguez on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, from Liga MX team Club America through 2026 with a club option for another year.

March 20, 2024, 11:14am Soccer

The Portland Timbers have acquired Uruguayan forward Jonathan Rodriguez from Liga MX team Club América through 2026 with a club option for another year. Read story

Portland Timbers defender Kamal Miller (4) tracks down a ball against the New York City FC during an MLS soccer match, Saturday, March 9, 2024, in New York.

Evander’s late goal sends Timbers past NYCFC 2-1

Portland Timbers defender Kamal Miller (4) tracks down a ball against the New York City FC during an MLS soccer match, Saturday, March 9, 2024, in New York.

March 9, 2024, 9:59pm Soccer

Evander found the top right corner of the goal from distance in the final moments of stoppage time and the Portland Timbers spoiled NYCFC's home opener with a 2-1 win on Saturday. Read story

Portland Timbers forward Dairon Asprilla (27) plays during an MLS soccer match against the Colorado Rapids, Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024, in Portland, Ore.

Portland Timbers drop jersey sponsor DaBella

Portland Timbers forward Dairon Asprilla (27) plays during an MLS soccer match against the Colorado Rapids, Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024, in Portland, Ore.

February 29, 2024, 2:38pm Soccer

The Portland Timbers have dropped their jersey sponsor, DaBella Exteriors, after just four months. Read story

United States forward Sophia Smith, front, falls while vying for the ball against, from back left to right, Mexico defender Rebeca Bernal, midfielder Alexia Delgado and defender Cristina Ferral during a CONCACAF Gold Cup women's soccer tournament match, Monday, Feb. 26, 2024, in Carson, Calif.

U.S. women’s soccer falls to Mexico for second time ever, 2-0

United States forward Sophia Smith, front, falls while vying for the ball against, from back left to right, Mexico defender Rebeca Bernal, midfielder Alexia Delgado and defender Cristina Ferral during a CONCACAF Gold Cup women's soccer tournament match, Monday, Feb. 26, 2024, in Carson, Calif.

February 26, 2024, 10:28pm National Sports

Mexico beat the United States for the second time ever, getting goals from Lizbeth Ovalle and Mayra Pelayo for a 2-0 victory in the CONCACAF Women’s Gold Cup. Read story