In a deal that continues to show that the Portland Timbers are making serious moves before playing in their first MLS game, the Timbers have cut a deal with Alaska Airlines to be their jersey sponsor. The deal could be worth up to $3 million per season. According to Merritt Paulson:
Merritt Pauslon, Timbers president, said, “Today’s announcement is a significant and defining moment for the MLS Timbers. Alaska Airlines as a jersey partner is a perfect marriage for us. Alaska has strong local roots, shares our unwavering commitment to outstanding customer service and offers unique promotional opportunities for our organization.”
This is a significant move for a club that has yet to play a game in MLS. It also speaks to the strength of the sport and the league. Up until recently jersey sponsors were not happening in MLS, especially for a new franchise that had yet to play a game. This speaks to the strength and positioning of the sport, the league and most certainly the Portland Timbers. Congratulations Portland!
Franz Anton Beckenbauer (born 11 September 1945 in Munich), was nicknamed Der Kaiser (“The Emperor”) because of his elegant style, his leadership, his first name “Franz” (reminiscent of the Austrian emperors), and his dominance on the football pitch. He is regarded as the greatest German footballer of all time and one of the greatest and most decorated footballers in the history of the game. Beckenbauer was a versatile player who started out as a midfielder but made his name as a defender. He is often credited as having invented the role of the modern sweeper or libero. Part 3 shows Der Kaiser’s arrival in New York City with the Cosmos, where the team outdrew both the Yankees and Mets combined.
‘David Beckham, sidelined since March with a torn achilles tendon, is hoping to take the field for the Los Angeles Galaxy against Columbus Crew on September 11.
“The doctors’ original date was October 1, but I always kind of said I want to be ready before then,” Beckham said in an article posted on the Major League Soccer team’s website.’
Yesterday we showed you a video from Nike and Brasilian club Corinthians paying homage to their 30 million strong fan following. Now we get a look at their jersey that is 100 years in the making. Props to Nike and Corinthians for getting these videos so on point.
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