MLS Opening Weekend: Top six exciting match-ups from Week 1

The MLS season opens in less than three months. A lot will change over the next few months, but there’s already plenty to get excited about.

Major League Soccer in 2017 will welcome in two new expansion clubs, a new stadium, and new challengers for the Supporter’s Shield, U.S. Open Cup, and MLS Cup. As we have learned over the years, anything can happen in MLS.

Here is a look at the top six exciting matches / moments ahead in Week 1.

6. Expansion Team Kicks Off The New Season (Minnesota United FC @ Portland Timbers)

It’s always exciting when a new club joins the league, and in the kickoff to the MLS 2017 season we will get our first look at Minnesota United FC. The club will face a massive test in their MLS debut, as they go on the road against the 2015 MLS Cup Champion Portland Timbers.

Minnesota recently announced the signing of two local stars, Miguel Ibarra and Christian Ramirez, who have made an excellent attacking duo in NASL. Outside of these signings, little is known about how Minnesota United FC‘s lineup will look as the 2017 season rapidly approaches.

Starting the season off with a win against a very credible Portland club on the road would be a massive boost for the Western Conference‘s newest addition.