This is it.
The Portland Timbers start the defense of their MLS Cup title today with a match against the same team that they beat to lift the Cup at the end of last year, the Columbus Crew SC. With few changes for either team, this will truly be a rematch of the 2015 MLS Cup Final.
Previews
Match Preview: "In this match, Asprilla's health will be an important factor as he and Melano will be given the task of keeping the Crew's dynamic, attack-minded fullbacks earnest and looking to find the spaces in behind their runs forward as the Timbers look to hit the Crew on the break.