2 Degrees of Separation
How Portland Timbers and Real Salt Lake Are Connected
CoachedCaleb PorterCaleb Porter managed Portland Timbers (2013–2017) and Columbus Crew (2019–2022).
Played ForShared PlayersJustin Meram played for both Columbus Crew and Real Salt Lake
Portland Timbers connects to Real Salt Lake in 2 degrees through coaching and shared players. First, Portland Timbers links to Columbus Crew via coaching: Caleb Porter managed Portland Timbers (2013–2017) and Columbus Crew (2019–2022). Finally, Columbus Crew links to Real Salt Lake via shared players: Justin Meram played for both Columbus Crew and Real Salt Lake