Last night marked the last match as a Portland Timber for Fanendo Adi. So far, the rumors of someone important to make his exit from this organization came last night. As the Nigerian is to embark in a new adventure in the USL with FC Cincinnati, leaving the possibilities open for a reunion with his former manager Caleb Porter in the Queen City.
Before the match, the rumors became a reality on social media. As a reputed journalist in Portland announced his last match to play on July 27 the amazing giant was subject to a great ovation after his exit from the tunnel. Those present in Saturdays match in a sold out attendance started a chorus of his name aloud. The local fans showed their love and admiration to the man that delivered many memorable afternoons for this Rose City squad.
Despite Samuel Armenteros not being in the eighteen for last night match The initial eleven sent by manager Giovanni Savarese did not included the likes of Fanendo Adi. As the possibilities of him coming later in the game were immense and being among one of Gio’s plan.
The gentle giant leaves the Portland Timbers with 54 goals scored since his 2014 arrival. Coming from FC Copenhagen as a loan and participating in 126 matches his notable achievements was to scoring 16 goals in 2015 and 2016. In 2015 Adi was fundamental of a piece for the Timbers as any player in their pursuit of silverware.
Thank you very much Fanendo Adi for your amazing game and spectacular display in the field. There is no doubt that everyone here will miss you in the Rose City!
Portland
