The Timbers are coming off a convincing 2-0 win over the hapless Colorado Rapids. It was a two-assist night for Sebastian Blanco, and Jeremy Ebobisse picked up his second career goal and the first of the season. The Timbers now have some more confidence behind them as they head out on the road to Houston to take on the Dynamo. The Timbers are 3-5-5 on the road and will be looking to improve.
While the Timbers will becoming off a win, the Dynamo will be coming off a bye week following a 4-2 loss to interstate rivals FC Dallas.