Portland Timbers have parted ways with manager Phil Neville. The decision comes after two-and-a-half seasons, with the team currently sitting 8th in Major League Soccer, 19 points behind leaders San Diego.

What happened?

Neville's tenure saw a record of 27W-31L-24D, with the team making the playoffs in 2024 and 2025. However, the results have fallen short of expectations, prompting the search for a new manager.

Why it matters for Portland Timbers

The change in management comes at a critical time, with the team looking to turn their season around. Their next fixture is against Chicago Fire on August 16.

What comes next?

The Portland Timbers will begin their search for a new manager, aiming to find the right candidate to lead the team to success. As of now, the team's league standing is: | Category | Value | | --- | --- | | League standing | 8th in Major League Soccer | | Points | 44 | | Recent form | LLDDL | | Goals this season | 41 scored, 48 conceded | | Title race | 19 points behind leaders San Diego | | Next fixture | vs Chicago Fire (away, 2026-08-16)