Press Release

Portland Timbers defender Gbenga Arokoyo to undergo surgery for Achilles tendon injury

Gbenga Arokoyo, Timbers training, 1.29.17

PORTLAND, Ore. – The Portland Timbers announced today that defender Gbenga Arokoyo will undergo surgery to repair a ruptured left Achilles tendon. The procedure will be scheduled following further evaluation.


Arokoyo, who sustained the injury during preseason camp in Tucson, Ariz., will miss the 2017 MLS season. Arokoyo will conduct rehabilitation with Timbers medical personnel at the Providence Sports Care Center at Providence Park.

Soccer Celebration | June 12-15 in Pioneer Courthouse Square

Soccer Celebration | June 12-15 in Pioneer Courthouse Square

The Timbers Soccer Celebration will be at Portland’s Pioneer Courthouse Square this June.! With supporting partners adidas and McDonald’s, the Soccer Celebration will feature interactive activities, local food carts, merchandise stands, fan giveaways as well as live viewings of select FIFA World Cup 26™ matches, all taking place in “Portland’s living room” from June 12-June 15. The events are free to attend for fans of all ages.

Leagues Cup 2026 comes to Portland

Leagues Cup 2026 comes to Portland

Liga MX giants Club Puebla, Club América and Club Tijuana come to Providence Park in August!