In July of 2016, the Portland Timbers took on their rival Seattle Sounders FC as the reigning MLS Cup champions for the first time. The match did not disappoint the hometown crowd as Portland defeated Seattle, 3-1 behind a Diego Valeri brace.
Valeri selected this match for this week's PTFC: From the Archives, presented by KeyBank. Tune in to FOX 12 Oregon KPTV or Timbers.com on May 16, 2020 at 3pm PT to see a special rebroadcast of match.
6 History Books – Valeri bookended halftime with his brace, scoring goals in the 44th and 50th minute of the match.