The Portland Timbers have announced the appointment of Spanish coach Marti Cifuentes as their new head coach. Cifuentes joins the Timbers after most recently managing QPR in England’s Championship. The Timbers were searching for a new leader following the departure of previous coaching staff. The club hopes Cifuentes’ experience in European football will revitalize their performance in Major League Soccer. Details of his contract were not immediately disclosed, but the team expressed excitement over his tactical approach and vision. Cifuentes is expected to begin work immediately, preparing for the upcoming season and aiming to improve the Timbers’ standing in the league.