PORTLAND, Ore. — No David Villa, no Andrea Pirlo, no Frank Lampard. Gone Saturday were the headliners from New York City FC’s past, decorated with just about every trophy imaginable.
In their place was as tough-minded group as you can ask for, one that can call itself something those stars never could: champions of Major League Soccer.
Alex Callens rocketed home the winning kick and NYCFC stunned the Portland Timbers 4-2 on penalties after finishing 1-1 through regulation and extra time at…
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