Both the Portland Timbers and Sporting Kansas City are coming off impressive 3-1 wins. The Timbers got theirs on the road against Philadelphia while SKC won at home against Colorado. Each team has had a strong start, but the argument could be made that they have benefited from easier schedules. This week that excuse is gone as they face off this Saturday.
Portland Timbers
Diego Valeri has been on NBA Jam levels of on fire to start the year. He’s one of two players in the league that is in the top-10 of goals, assists, and shots.