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In doubt versus Red Bulls Blanco (thigh) is questionable heading into Saturday's matchup with New York Red Bulls.

Impact Blanco was sidelined versus Rapids on Saturday but appears to have been upgraded to at least questionable. In his previous four contests (three starts), the attacking midfielder registered one assist, six shots (two on target), 16 crosses (two accurate) and five chances created.

MAY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Timbers, Thorns play to raise money for Ukraine relief

Major League Soccer’s Portland Timbers and the Portland Thorns of the National Women’s Soccer League joined forces to play a charity match Wednesday night to benefit relief efforts...

APRIL 28, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Timbers and Real Salt Lake play to 0-0 tie

Real Salt Lake goalkeeper Zac MacMath had five saves and Real Salt Lake held off the Portland Timbers for a scoreless draw Saturday night

APRIL 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Takes two shots in draw Blanco took two shots (one on target) and created a chance in Saturday's 0-0 draw against the Dynamo.

Impact Blanco made his second start of the season Saturday, but he couldn't break the deadlock and find a way into Houston's net. He has two assists off the bench in 2022, and will likely be used as an impact substitute more than as a starter this campaign.

APRIL 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Timbers, Thorns come together for charity game

Major League Soccer’s Portland Timbers and the Portland Thorns of the National Women’s Soccer League are joining forces for a charity match to benefit relief efforts in Ukraine

APRIL 13, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Takes three shots in loss Blanco took three shots (one on target) and created two chances in Sunday's 3-1 defeat against the Galaxy. He also won one of one tackles in the match.

Impact Blanco made his first start of the season on Sunday, and he was dangerous against Los Angeles despite his side's defeat. At 34-years-old, he won't be a regular starter anymore for the Timbers, but he will hope to be this effective whenever he is called upon in the XI.

APRIL 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Chicharito scores twice, Galaxy down Timbers 3-1

Javier “Chicharito” Hernandez scored twice and the LA Galaxy defeated the Portland Timbers 3-1 in a testy match that had a pair of players sent off because of red cards

APRIL 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Portland Timbers vs. LA Galaxy, 3 Points to watch: Sebastian Blanco time, needing a win, replacing Van Rankin The Timbers seek three points after a majority of their matches resulted in draws to start the season.

APRIL 2, 2022 • OREGONLIVE.COM

Assists teammate in loss Blanco had one assist, two shots (one on goal), six crosses, one corner, one foul, created two chances and sustained one foul in the 4-1 loss to FC Dallas on Saturday.

Impact In a desperate attempt to try and come back, Blanco managed to find Jaroslaw Niezgoda in the 61st minute for his side's only goal. The midfielder is not typically an offensive threat, and these numbers are not typical for him. It's unlikely he will be able to do the same in the next match against Orlando City SC.

MARCH 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots in playoff loss Blanco took two shots and won one of three tackles in Saturday's 1-1 (4-2 after penalties) defeat against NYCFC in the MLS Cup Final.

Impact Blanco was carrying a knock into Saturday's game, but he played the first hour before being taken off and Portland couldn't win the penalty shootout without him. Still, Blanco was a spark plug for his side in late summer, tallying nine goals and six assists in 19 appearances (15 starts) since mid-August and leading his team to the MLS Championship. His contract has run out with the Timbers, but he is in talks with the club about a potential new contract.

DECEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

NYCFC wins MLS Cup, beating Portland Timbers in shootout

Alex Callens converted his penalty and New York City FC won its first MLS Cup title on a shootout after a 1-1 draw with the Portland Timbers on Saturday

DECEMBER 11, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

MLS Cup 2021 lineups: Sebastian Blanco returns for Portland Timbers against NYCFC ' MLSSoccer.com Sebastian Blanco is back in the starting lineup for the Portland Timbers in their MLS Cup Final clash vs. New York City FC. Blanco joins Dai...

DECEMBER 11, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Starting in MLS Cup Final Blanco (undisclosed) is in Portland's starting lineup for Saturday's MLS Cup Final against NYCFC.

Impact Blanco suffered a knock in the semifinal against Colorado a few weeks ago, and was rested as his side took care of Real Salt Lake in the Western Conference Final last weekend, but he's back in the lineup from the start on Saturday.

DECEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

"I'm ready": Portland Timbers star Sebastian Blanco hopeful of being fit for MLS Cup ' MLSSoccer.com PORTLAND — Portland Timbers midfielder Sebastian Blanco is hopeful of making his return to the field for Saturday's MLS Cup Final against NY...

DECEMBER 10, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM

MLS Cup: Portland Timbers and NYCFC to battle for league title Saturday

Doug McIntyre breaks down the matchup between the Portland Timbers and New York City FC for the league title Saturday.

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Stays on bench in playoff win Blanco was an unused substitute in Saturday's Western Conference Final victory against Real Salt Lake.

Impact Blanco made the bench on Saturday after suffering an injury in last week's win over Colorado, but he wasn't needed in his side's win against Salt Lake and now has another week to get back to full fitness ahead of next weekend's MLS Cup Final versus NYCFC.

DECEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Timbers down RSL 2-0 for conference title, MLS final berth

Felipe Mora and Santiago Moreno scored and the Portland Timbers advanced to the MLS Cup final with a 2-0 victory over Real Salt Lake in the Western Conference final on Saturday

DECEMBER 5, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Makes bench Saturday Blanco (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's match against RSL.

Impact Blanco came off injured against the Rapids, but it looks like he's well enough to be an option off the bench against RSL. Santiago Moreno is getting the start Saturday and if healthy, Blanco will probably make an appearance, assuming he's needed.

DECEMBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Could Portland Timbers star Sebastian Blanco return for Western Conference Final? ' MLSSoccer.com The Portland Timbers have grown accustomed to playing shorthanded in a 2021 season that has seen them overcome prolonged absences from multi...

DECEMBER 2, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Portland Timbers advance but lose Sebastian Blanco and Dairon Asprilla ' MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

NOVEMBER 26, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Timbers beat Rapids on late goal to reach MLS West final

Larrys Mabiala scored in the 90th minute and the Portland Timbers beat the Colorado Rapids 1-0 on Thursday to advance to the Western Conference final

NOVEMBER 25, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Portland's Sebastian Blanco leaves field in tears after suffering injury vs. Colorado ' MLSSoccer.com The Portland Timbers' Audi 2021 MLS Cup Playoff hopes suffered a major blow in the second half of their Western Conference Semifinal against...

NOVEMBER 25, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Comes off injured against Colorado Blanco was subbed out of Thursday's Western Conference semifinal victory against the Rapids in the 52nd minute after suffering an apparent injury.

Impact Santiago Moreno replaced Blanco in Thursday's game, which Portland ended up winning via a late Larrys Mabiala strike. With nine goals and six assists since August, Blanco has been hugely important for the Timbers and they will hope that he will be ready to return for the Western Conference Final on Dec. 5.

NOVEMBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

MLS Footnotes: Colorado Rapids and Portland Timbers start a new Thanksgiving tradition

In a new Thanksgiving tradition, the Colorado Rapids host the Portland Timbers in an MLS playoff game, writes Doug McIntyre.

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

Sebastian Blanco, Jakob Glesnes steal the show in playoffs Round One ' MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

NOVEMBER 23, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM