Most Seattle Sounders fans (but not all) probably can’t get enough of Timbers matchups, of which there have been an extremely high number in recent years, thanks in part to the US Open Cup regional draw. The two sides are set to meet on Tuesday at Starfire Sports in Tukwila in USOC play, having already met once in the league this season. Some might think the sheer quantity of games between the sides degrades the quality of the rivalry, but according to Sounders goalkeeper Stefan Frei on Monday, that’s not the case. “Even when we play them in preseason, you sense that it’s not just another walkthrough when getting ready,” Frei said.
Sounders-Timbers rivalry as strong as ever
