The MLS is Back tournament field has been narrowed to two teams, both of whom could make the claim to be MLS Cup contenders for the rest of 2020.
Portland Timbers and Orlando City outclassed most of their opponents at ESPN's Wide World of Sports Complex and should deliver a worthwhile final.
The other 24 MLS clubs are back in their respective markets preparing for the regular-season return, which is expected to begin with two meetings between FC Dallas and Nashville SC.
The pair of withdrawn sides from MLS is Back are slated to face off August 12 and 16, per The Athletic's Sam Stejskal and Paul Tenorio.