3 Degrees of Separation
How Philadelphia Union and Portland Timbers Are Connected
Played ForShared PlayersCJ Sapong played for both Philadelphia Union and Toronto FC
DP TransferJozy AltidoreJozy Altidore (Designated Player) moved from Toronto FC to New England Revolution (2022). The USMNT striker joined New England after a contract buyout from Toronto.
CoachedCaleb PorterCaleb Porter managed Portland Timbers (2013–2017) and New England Revolution (2024–2025).
Philadelphia Union connects to Portland Timbers in 3 degrees through shared players, DP transfer and coaching. First, Philadelphia Union links to Toronto FC via shared players: CJ Sapong played for both Philadelphia Union and Toronto FC Then, Toronto FC links to New England Revolution via DP transfer: Jozy Altidore (Designated Player) moved from Toronto FC to New England Revolution (2022). The USMNT striker joined New England after a contract buyout from Toronto. Finally, New England Revolution links to Portland Timbers via coaching: Caleb Porter managed Portland Timbers (2013–2017) and New England Revolution (2024–2025).