VIDEO: Dean Smith's Charlotte FC post incredible Star Wars-themed hype clip ahead of MLS clash with Portland Timbers

May 4th every year is dubbed Star Wars Day by the populous, due to the phrasing of "May the 4th be with you" from the iconic movie franchise. The Eastern Conference MLS side took their social media game to a whole new level, using the music and intro to the galactic space war movies to set up Saturday's clash with the Timbers as if it were part of the saga.

CLT FC take on the Timbers in a cross-conference clash Saturday evening. Dean Smith's side will look to snap their two-game losing streak with a result against Phil Neville and Co. at home. The two sides are both far out of the playoff picture in their respective conference, occupying the 20th and 22nd ranked slots in the race for the Supporters' Shield as well.

The match kicks off Saturday evening and both sides will be vying for a result. More importantly, though, all eyes will be on the duel between Sir Minty and Timber Joey...