I think that the red card was pretty clear cut, actually. He was the last man back and Miller was through on goal. That's enough for a red whether it happens 10 or 30 yards out. I don't think that there was any intent, however, but it was definitely a clip.
They definitely need to sort out the back - and fast. I have liked Leveron most of the time, but without Demerit OR O'Brien in there, they really lack organization. When both are back (not anytime soon, obviously), suddenly the defence doesn't look so bad. Quite good, in fact.
Despite hanging on for the win, the second half was pretty dismal considering that there were playing a man up for most of the game. The whitecaps seem to be unable to finish a match properly, and when they do, it is usually through a combination of luck and time running out on the other team.
And a side note - my Dad was obviously thrilled with the "Norwich City in Portland" adventure. It is a pretty cool excuse to do something with my Dad, and also to see Portland briefly. I have heard it is a cool place, and I admire what the club and fans have done there (along with Seattle) as relatively young MLS franchises.
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