Match Thread: Portland Timbers @ Colorado Rapids

The Portland Timbers (2-2-5) kick off a three-match road trip against the Colorado Rapids (2-3-3) at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park. The Timbers come into the match fresh off of back to back 0-0 results, and if they repeat that feat against the Rapids, would become the first team in MLS history to post three consecutive scoreless draws in MLS history. The Rapids meanwhile, host Portland after a 0-0 result of their own against MLS newcomers Charlotte FC.

The Timbers are without the injured Sebastian Blanco (thigh) and Diego Chara (hip), as well as Claudio Bravo, who misses the game through yellow card accumulation suspension. However, young striker Tega Ikoba has travelled with the team after…