Timbers debut new transfer additions in draw with San Diego FC

The new-look Timbers held their own in their debut.

With all three of their transfer-window additions in the starting lineup, Portland battled to a 0-0 draw against Western Conference–leading San Diego FC on Saturday night in the clubs’ first-ever meeting.

Designated players Kristoffer Velde and Felipe Carballo, along with midfielder Matias Rojas, were the focus in their first match since signing. But against a San Diego side that controlled the first half, their impact was muted — Velde (70 minutes) and Rojas (61 minutes) each managed one shot, while Carballo took two in 81 minutes.

Ironically, it was the Timbers who have been around that brought the biggest spark. After coming off the bench in the second half, Antony shifted the tempo in the 62nd minute, and Ariel Lassiter nearly brok