Portland Timbers to appoint ex-Leicester manager Marti Cifuentes as head coach

Published Jul 19, 12:51 AM UTC

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The Portland Timbers are set to appoint Marti Cifuentes as their new head coach, replacing Phil Neville who was dismissed in May. Cifuentes, a 44-year-old Spaniard, previously managed Leicester City, QPR, and Hammarby. He was fired by Leicester in January when the team was 14th, and they were later relegated. The Timbers chose Cifuentes for his tactical acumen and attacking mentality. Other finalists included Panama head coach Thomas Christiansen and former Austin FC head coach Josh Wolff. Interim manager Jack Cassidy led the team to a 5-1 win over Seattle Sounders, and Portland currently sits 11th in the Western Conference, three points below the playoff line. Cifuentes will take over upon receiving his visa, with the next match against FC Dallas.

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Original headline: Portland Timbers to hire ex-Leicester manager Marti Cifuentes as next head coach: Sources

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