The Portland Timbers are back in preseason action today, taking on their hated rivals, the Seattle Sounders. Like the Timbers, the Sounders have strived to keep the core of their side intact over the offseason, but have made a few significant changes along the way.
The match will mark the fourth time that the two sides have met in the preseason since the Timbers joined MLS, starting with 2011's Cascadia Summit.
As with all teams in the league, the Sounders are still in the early stages of their preseason and there is precious little to go on as we try to get a full grip on just how Sigi Schmid's side will line up.