Ross Smith talks with former Timbers centerback Nat Borchers about his career, his first visit to Portland, transitioning to the Timbers, the 2015 MLS Cup championship season, and moments from his career. This is Part One of a two-part edition with numerous great stories to hear.
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Catching Up, featuring Ross Smith | Beyond the Beard with Nat Borchers, Part One
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3:59"We didn't flow on the ball" | Brandon Bye discusses loss to Loons
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"We weren't ruthless enough" | Phil Neville on loss to Minnesota
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HIGHLIGHTS | Minnesota United FC vs. Portland Timbers | Apr. 18, 2026
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RECAP | Portland Timbers lose 2-0 on the road to Minnesota United FC
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Matchday | Timbers on the road Saturday to play Minnesota United FC
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"[It's] a group of fixtures where we have to pick up points" | Phil Neville on Minnesota
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"We've got a very important stretch for our team" | Cole Bassett on the upcoming stretch of games
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