Philadelphia Union not taking Portland Timbers lightly despite injuries

The Philadelphia Union faces Gio Savarese and the Portland Timbers on Sunday, the last match before a three-week break.

The inter-conference matchup will be one of the most anticipated contests of the weekend, considering the Union’s form and the Timbers are steadily climbing up the Western Conference table.

However, the focus of the game? Who is not going to be present.

The Timbers will once again be without multiple regular starters, including designated player Sebastian Blanco, who is out with a torn ACL.

First choice goalkeeper Jeff Attinella, midfield stalwart Diego Chara, and defender Larrys Mabiala are also included in the nine-player list of unavailable Timbers.