Timbers outplay Independiente, win 2-0 in friendly First-half goals from Zizzo, Umony topple Sudamericana champs PORTLAND, Ore. — Sal Zizzo and Brian Umony scored first-half goals as the Portland Timbers beat Club Atlético Independiente 2-0 in a friendly on Tuesday at JELD-WEN Field. Despite playing reserves at all but one position, the Timbers outplayed the Argentine club, who are the defending Copa Sudamericana champions. Portland dominated possession and enjoyed an 8-4 shot advantage in the first half. It was Timbers' only victory in their four exhibition matches. Timbers reserves have been excellent early in the team’s last two friendly matches. Against West Bromwich Albion on July 20, Portland outplayed the EPL side in the first half and led 2-0 on goals by Eddie Johnson and Peter Lowry before losing 3-2. Portland once again was the best team early in the match Tuesday. http://www.mlssoccer.com/news/artic...imbers-outplay-independiente-win-2-0-friendly
