PORTLAND, Ore. -- From his position in the center of the pitch, Portland Timbers midfielder David Guzmán has had an instant influence on his new side. Taking over the No. 6 role in front of the backline from retired Timbers midfielder Jack Jewsbury, Guzman has been turning heads in the Rose City as he has partnered with Diego Chara to hold down the center of the pitch.
“With David we have more possession of the ball on the back side,” Chara said after training on Tuesday.