BEAVERTON, Ore. – Jeremy Ebobisse doesn’t agree. In fact, he doesn’t think it’s close.
When he’s told that, in the wake of Wednesday’s Western Conference Knockout Round victory in the Audi 2018 MLS Cup Playoffs, Portland Timbers captain Diego Valeri labeled him “the best player on the field,” the team’s starting striker offers a polite retort.
“I disagree,” he says, his tone making no attempt to hide his disbelief. “I think the back line, the back six was under a lot of pressure, especially after the red card.”
Timbers centerback Larrys Mabiala was dismissed just before the hour mark, with Portland up 1-0 on the home team, FC Dallas.