The Portland Timbers announced the departure of head coach Phil Neville on Tuesday, concluding a two‑plus‑season tenure that began in 2024.
A short but eventful tenure
The decision follows a 3‑1 loss to the San Jose Earthquakes and leaves the club sitting at 4‑8‑2, placing them 13th in the Western Conference.
A look back at Neville’s journey
Before arriving in Portland, Neville built a distinguished playing career that included 59 caps for England and club stints at Manchester United and Everton.
His coaching résumé also features a stint in charge of Inter Miami and a period managing the England women’s national team, experiences that the club said shaped his approach.
Owner’s tribute
Owner Merritt Paulson issued a statement praising Neville’s leadership and dedication, noting that the club will now turn its focus to identifying a successor.
The search for a successor
The Timbers’ sporting director indicated that the search for a new head coach is already underway, with the organization aiming to restore competitiveness in the Western Conference.