Timbers.com and ThornsFC.com's Richard Farley is joined by The Oregonian's Jamie Goldberg to discuss the Timbers' first day of preseason training, the club's pursuit of a right back and Designated Player in the attack, evaluate the Timbers' roster and discuss Hayley Raso's return to the field after a long recovery from a broken back.
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"Getting the team together from a cultural point of view, making sure we build bonds" | Neville talks about his aims for preseason
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17:41
"I do think we've got good options" | Grabavoy talks about strengthening the team
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7:08
"It's a super exciting year" | Finn Surman on preparing for MLS season, World Cup
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5:50
"I was excited about the project" | Bye talks about signing with Portland
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8:11
"I will do the best I have" | Velde talks about starting preseason
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PHOTOS | Timbers open 2026 preseason
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Timbers kick off 2026 preseason Jan. 12, presented by Old Trapper Beef Jerky


