Q&A
Tega Ikoba and his debut goal in MLS
The Timbers' youngest-ever goalscorer walks us through the moment.
Player Details
Name
Tega IkobaPronunciation
EE-koh-bahHeight
6' 3"Weight
198 lbsDate of Birth
8.14.2003 (19)Birthplace
Bettendorf, USAPosition
ForwardPosition Detail
UnknownPreferred Side
UnknownRoster Category
Supplemental Slots 25-28Player Category
Homegrown
2023 MLS Regular Season
2023 MLS Regular Season
Career Summary
ACQUIRED: Signed as a Homegrown Player on Jan. 12, 2022.
2021: Joined the Timbers for preseason in Tucson, Ariz., registering a goal in a 3-1 win against Phoenix Rising.
2020: Made five starts in seven appearances for T2...Spent preseason with the Timbers in Costa Rica.
COLLEGE: Played one season at the University of North Carolina...scored six goals and tallied two assists in 19 appearances.
HONORS: Became Portland’s fourth homegrown signing at 18-years-old...ACC All-Freshman Team honors at UNC.