Jimer Fory
POT
Left Back
Possession Builder
May 24, 2002 (24)
Left
6'2"
183 lb
Assists in solid two-way outing
Fory assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-1 victory over San Diego FC.
Analysis: The left back assisted on Portland's second goal, scored by Ariel Lassiter, marking his second assist in his last three matches across all competitions, including one in his previous League Cup outing, and extending his run of creating at least one chance in each of his last five league games. Fory drew three fouls in a physical showing but rounded it out with a solid defensive performance, recording one clearance, two interceptions and four tackles. Across his last six games, he has racked up 13 tackles, 17 interceptions and 13 clearances, with at least one clearance and interception in every game and at least two tackles in five of the six.
Starts Wednesday
Fory (undisclosed) is in the starting lineup to face Montreal on Wednesday.
Analysis: Fory has recovered from a slight issue that put his participation in doubt for this game. Thus, he'll look to get significant minutes at left-back, leaving Ian Smith among the substitutes. The Colombian has focused on defensive duties throughout the season, averaging 4.3 clearances, 1.9 interceptions and 1.5 tackles per game.
Hurt in win
Fory (undisclosed) was injured and subbed out in the 61st minute of Saturday's 6-0 win versus Sporting Kansas City.
Analysis: Fory exited the match in the 61st minute due to an injury. He had played 90 the previous six of the seven games played, appearing in the starting XI all 10 times as he averages about 4.3 clearances a contest.
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