After a sluggish start to the 2024 Major League Soccer season, the Seattle Sounders have finally blossomed. In a much-needed 5-0 rout over the Montreal Impact, the Rave Green showed flashes of their former selves, imposing their will and dictating the match’s tempo from the opening whistle.
The convincing victory was a breath of fresh air for Sounders fans, who had endured a frustrating six-game winless stretch to begin the campaign.
In a showdown of early-season underachievers, the Seattle Sounders will travel to face the San Jose Earthquakes on Saturday, with both clubs desperate to kickstart stalling campaigns with a much-needed win.
The Sounders, who finished as runners-up in the Western Conference last year, have floundered out of the gates in 2023. Through three matches, they’ve mustered just two points from a pair of draws, leaving them stuck in 13th place and already six points adrift of the playoff positions.
SEATTLE, WA - The Seattle Sounders are gearing up for an exciting clash against the Colorado Rapids at Lumen Field today. Head Coach Brian Schmetzer has unveiled his starting lineup, and there are a few notable developments.
Firstly, Alex Roldan will be hitting a significant milestone as he makes his 100th regular season start for the Sounders. The versatile defender has been a consistent presence in the team’s backline since joining the club in 2018, and reaching this landmark is a testament to his hard work and dedication.