While Columbus Crew SC fans have tried to black it out, Saturday marks the second rematch of the 2015 MLS Cup Final, this time held at the venue where the game went down.
The Portland Timbers return to MAPFRE Stadium for the first time since the team’s triumphant Cup success. After both clubs missed the postseason a year ago, the Timbers are off to a flying start to 2017, while Crew SC has been middle of the road to begin the year.
Portland is 3-0 so far this season with wins over Minnesota United, the LA Galaxy and the Houston Dynamo.