What we learned against the Portland Timbers

FC Dallas labored to a 1-1 draw against the Portland Timbers. Dallas were outnumbered on shots on target by 6-2, but a red card to Lawrence Odum in the second half gave Dallas the advantage they needed to secure a point.

Maxi Urruti continues to be a problem

Here is Jimmy Maurer’s passing chart against Portland.

And here’s Maxi’s.

This should not be the passing chart of a player that played 90 minutes. Especially one who is not a poacher that only needs a touch or two in the box to impact the game. Maxi tries to be a creator as much as he is a scorer, and days like this just aren’t good enough.

Dallas look stale in the attack. They need to experiment early in the season. It’s time to finally…