PORTLAND, Ore. – It was a night that had been anticipated since his surprise return was confirmed toward the end of the summer transfer window, but when Jorge Villafaña’s presence in Wednesday’s starting lineup was revealed, the moment had snuck up on everyone. He was supposed to be injured, carrying a shoulder problem back from Mexico. He was supposed to be a ways away. Instead, the one-time Portland Timbers player became a two-time Timbers player against Toronto FC, starting at left back and going 80 minutes in his team’s 2-0, losing-streak-snapping victory over MLS’ defending champions.
Win over Toronto in hand, Villafaña celebrates his Portland return: "I'm really happy to be back"
