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Three crosses in win Blanco sent in three crosses (one accurate), creating two chances during Friday's 2-0 win over Houston.

Impact Blanco put together a solid performance creating a pair of chances, but failing to put his name on the score sheet. The attacking midfielder has mainly been a bench option this season, but could have fantasy value if he can stay in the starting XI.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Timbers avenge embarrassing loss, beat Sounders 2-0

Sebastian Blanco scored his second goal of the season off a sloppy turnover early in the second half, Felipe Mora scored late in second-half stoppage time, and the Portland Timbers...

AUGUST 30, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores against Seattle Blanco scored a goal, took three shots (two on goal) and put in six crosses (one on goal) during Sunday's 6-2 loss to Seattle.

Impact Blanco was one of Portland's best players in a match they'll want to forget as they were thoroughly routed by their oldest rival. Aside from the loss, this was Blanco's first start of the season as he's been dealing with injury. He's been playing well off the bench as of late and will continue to be a fixture heading into Wednesday's trip to Sporting KC, a side who are vying with Seattle for the top spot in the Western Conference.

AUGUST 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sounders score 4 straight goals to beat Timbers 6-2

Raul Ruidiaz scored the go-ahead goal directly off a free kick and the Seattle Sounders went on to beat the rival Portland Timbers 6-2 in a Cascadia Cup match Sunday night

AUGUST 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sebastian Blanco poised for first start in nearly a year when Portland Timbers face Seattle Sounders After more than 11 months, it could serve as the bookend to officially conclude an injury saga that started and could end against the same o...

AUGUST 13, 2021 • OREGONLIVE.COM

Timbers snap winless streak, beating Real Salt Lake 3-2

Felipe Mora scored in the 62nd minute off an assist from Sebastian Blanco and the Portland Timbers went on to beat Real Salt Lake 3-2 on Saturday night

AUGUST 8, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Records assist against LAFC Blanco subbed into Wednesday's match against LAFC in the 74th minute and assisted a goal in the 2-1 victory.

Impact Blanco set up fellow substitute Felipe Mora's 93rd-minute, game-winning goal with a cross on Wednesday. He is still yet to start an MLS game since last September after suffering a torn ACL, put this performance will help boost his confidence as he makes his way back to full fitness.

JULY 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Felipe Mora scores in stoppage time, Timbers beat LAFC 2-1

Felipe Mora scored in stoppage time to give the Portland Timbers a 2-1 victory over Los Angeles FC on Wednesday night

JULY 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Los Angeles FC seeks to extend 3-game win streak with victory against Portland

Los Angeles FC will attempt to keep a three-game win streak alive when it take ons Portland

JULY 19, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Makes late cameo Blanco crossed twice inaccurately during Saturday's 1-0 win over Dallas.

Impact Blanco entered the match in the 81st minute, seeing out the final nine minutes plus stoppage time. The attacker failed to shoot or create a chance, but his two crosses tied for the third highest total on the team despite his limited time on the pitch.

JULY 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Jeremy Ebobbise scores in Timbers' 1-0 win over FC Dallas

Jeremy Ebobisse scored in the 84th minute and the Portland Timbers beat FC Dallas 1-0 on Saturday night before the first capacity crowd of the season at Providence Park

JULY 18, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Questionable for Saturday Blanco (knee) is listed as questionable for Saturday's match against Dallas.

Impact Blanco was supposedly dealing with a muscle issue the last few weeks, but he's now listed with a knee injury, likely relating to his torn ACL he recently returned from. Even if in the squad Saturday, he's unlikely to see significant time given his 27 minutes played this season.

JULY 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

FC Dallas visits Portland, looks to avoid 6th straight road loss

FC Dallas travels to Portland aiming to end a five-game road skid

JULY 15, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Picks up new muscle issue Blanco played 17 minutes off the bench Wednesday against Houston and "felt a little something in the muscle," according to manager Gio Savarese.

Impact Blanco was back from his ACL injury a couple months ago, but he's had a variety of muscle issues to fight through since and this looks like another one. While it doesn't appear serious, it'll likely force him out on a short week ahead of Saturday's match against Minnesota.

JUNE 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Portland Timbers host Minnesota United FC in conference action

Minnesota United FC faces the Portland Timbers in Western Conference play

JUNE 24, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Plays 10 minutes in win Blanco subbed into Saturday's victory against Sporting KC in the 80th minute and he completed eight passes in the match.

Impact Blanco made his first appearance in nine months on Saturday after recovering from a torn ACL he suffered in September. He is still working his way up to full fitness and might not yet be able to start against Houston on Wednesday, but it should only be a matter of time before he's back in the XI.

JUNE 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sebastian Blanco makes Portland Timbers return after ACL injury | MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

JUNE 20, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Could return Saturday Blanco (knee) could make his season debut Saturday against Sporting KC, Tyler Tachman of The Oregonian reports.

Impact Blanco has been out since suffering a torn ACL back in September, and then he suffered a muscular injury during his recovery. He seems unlikely to start in his first match back following the lengthy layoff, but it seems only a matter of time before he's back in the starting XI. If he's unable to play Saturday, Blanco's next opportunity will come Wednesday at Houston.

JUNE 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sporting Kansas City visits the Portland Timbers in Western Conference action

Sporting Kansas City faces the Portland Timbers in Western Conference action

JUNE 17, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Philadelphia hosts Portland after 2 straight shutout wins

Philadelphia comes into a matchup against Portland after securing two straight shutout wins

MAY 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Portland Timbers host the LA Galaxy in Western Conference action

The Portland Timbers host the LA Galaxy in Western Conference action

MAY 20, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

San Jose Earthquakes host the Portland Timbers in conference action

The San Jose Earthquakes face the Portland Timbers in conference action

MAY 13, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ruidiaz leads Seattle against Portland after 2-goal showing

Raul Ruidiaz leads Seattle into a matchup with Portland fresh off of a two-goal showing against Los Angeles

MAY 7, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Portland Timbers face FC Dallas in Western Conference action

FC Dallas hosts the Portland Timbers in Western Conference action

APRIL 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Portland draws 1-1 with Club America in the Champions League

Felipe Mora scored on a penalty kick in stoppage time to pull the Portland Timbers into a 1-1 draw with Club America in the first leg of their CONCACAF Champions League quarterfina...

APRIL 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS