Austin FC vs. Seattle Sounders - August 31, 2023

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Applewhite is VERDE. Austin FC has acquired @USYNT defender Chris Applewhite on loan through June 2027. 🔗: https://t.co/ZekDBaM2ma

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Per sources: #Sounders is finalizing a trade to acquire attacking midfielder/winger Caden Clark from DC United for a second round draft pick for the 2028 MLS SuperDraft. The #Sounders are picking up Caden Clark current contract which goes through 2026 with a one year option.

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“Oh, what a goal! It’s Joveljić!” 💥 Deki’s second goal from #SEAvCHI is your @EQCasino Play of the Match!

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Client Challengedescription

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The Cooler Guild: Dub versus Houstonhttps://www.sounderatheart.com/content/media/2024/07/

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MLS summer transfer window FAQHere’s what you need to know as the window nears its close.

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Sounders will return to U.S. Open Cup in 2027But roster will likely look very similar to how it did when Tacoma Defiance competed last year.

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Seattle Sounders Player Spotlight: Dejan Joveljić Joveljić  was born in Bijeljina, Bosnia and Herzegovina in August of 1999. He played in the Serbian League with the Red Stars, the Eintracht, Anderlecht and Wol

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Dejan doubles in debut, but Sounders still need moreHey, it’s a start.

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Osaze De Rosario expected to head on loan to Danish teamSønderjyske Fodbold would likely offer a chance at increased playing time.

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Postgame Pontifications: Hope alone is not enoughDejan Joveljić gave the Sounders a chance, but they clearly need more.

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Seattle Sounders vs. Chicago Fire FC: Community player ratings formRate your Sounders on their 2-2 home draw.

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Reign vs. Dash: Highlights, stats, quotesMaddie Dahlien's lone goal gives the Reign a win at home.

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Reign earn 1-0 victory over Houston DashA second-half goal by a pair of Maddies made the difference

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Sounders vs. Fire: Highlights, stats, quotesDejan Joveljić scores brace in debut but Sounders settle for 2–2 tie.

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Reign vs. Dash: GamethreadReign will host Houston at 4 PM on the Roku Channel.

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Better but not enough: Sounders draw FireJoveljić brace earns Seattle a 2-2 draw against Chicago.

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Match preview: Seattle Reign vs. Houston DashThe Reign kick off a three-game homestand against Houston

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The key dangers Sounders must navigate vs. Chicago FireThe Fire will be a handfull.

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It was a very busy week!Dejan Joveljic signing, an open letter from the owner, and a new show announcement.

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MLS Fantasy Week 22: Mic'd UpBack in action with a full weekend of matches, I have advice in the article as well as a rare podcast appearance

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Opposition scouting report: Chicago FireMen in Red 97’s Alex Calabrese shares his insight.

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Ryan Rosenblatt dishes on his love of Dejan JoveljićHe’s got really, really high expectations for the Serbian forward.

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What Sounders got in Dejan JoveljićThe Serbian striker is so much more than a goal-scorer.

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Sounders issue open letter to communityMajority owner Adrian Hanauer: “Listening only matters if we do something with what we hear”

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Austin FC deals first homegrown playerust a few years ago, it appeared that Owen Wolff would be a centerpiece of a talented and success Austin FC squad for seasons to come with his dad, Josh, as the head coach.

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The Cooler Guild: Loss in Louisville, draw in KChttps://www.sounderatheart.com/content/media/2024/07/

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Player Spotlight: Albert RusnákEarly Career: Albert Rusnák was born on July 7th, 1994 in the Czech Republic but grew up in Slovakia and has played and scored for the Slovakian national team.

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Direct from Longacres: Dejan Joveljić press conference reactionsJeremiah and Niko weigh in on the newest Sounders striker.

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This too shall pass.Christian Roldan, Jordan Morris, and Hassani Dotson are reported to being close to coming back, and evaluations will determine if they are green lit for the gam

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Has the Cincinnati draw brought back the positive vibes?Plus, the Sounders are about to sign a chess master.

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Is the Sounders’ Margin of Error Too Small?Is the Sounders’ margin of error too small? Last year, there was enough talent that every starting position on the field was being contended. After an injury pl

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Defiance adds to Kansas City's bad weekTacoma star striker on scoresheet for 9th straight game.

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Seattle Sounders at FC Cincinnati: Community player ratings formRate your Sounders on not a loss!

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Reign at Current: Highlights, stats, quotesThe Reign hold on for a point against a team undefeated in 27 straight home games.

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FC Cincinnati vs. Sounders: Highlights, stats and quotesSounders grind out 1–1 tie with FC Cincinnati.

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Seattle Reign earn hard-fought draw in Kansas CityThe Reign force an own goal and then hold on for a point against the Current.

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Sounders close to finalizing deal for Dejan Joveljić, reports sayJoveljić would reportedly cost about $6 million, but deal is apparently not yet finalized.

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Match Preview: Seattle Reign at Kansas City CurrentThe Reign take on another mid-table team in the Kansas City Current for their third match in nine days.

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Reign at Current: GamethreadReign visit Kansas City at 3:30 PM PT on Ion TV.

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Injuries, losses continue to pile up ahead of FC CincinnatiIt’s getting pretty bleak, gang.

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Postgame Pontifications: ’No positives’The Sounders are in a tailspin unlike anything they’ve ever experienced, and are doing it against mostly bad opponents.

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Seattle Sounders vs. Austin FC: Community player ratings formWhat’s that now, eight in a row?

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Sounders vs. Austin FC: Highlights, stats, quotesSounders drop their eighth straight league game as free-fall continues.

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Reign at Louisville: Highlights, stats, quotesThe Reign dominate early, but Louisville's press gets the best of them.

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Hateful eight: Sounders fall, yet again, at homeSounders surrender two second-half goals to fall to Austin FC, their eighth straight league loss.

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Reign score early, but fall 2-1 to Racing LouisvilleAnother strong start squandered by a lack of finishing

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Reign at Racing: GamethreadReign will visit Louisville at 3:30 PM PT on Fox 13+ and NWSL+.

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Client Challengedescription

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The Cooler Guild: Persistence, grit, and Mercado magichttps://www.sounderatheart.com/content/media/2024/07/

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Sounders urgently to right ship amid ongoing roster and injury strugglesChanges are desperately needed.

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Jesús Ferreira's injury ’not a good one'Sounders say they need a second opinion before giving a prognosis for his return.

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Postgame Pontifications: Out of answersSounders latest loss showed just how desperately they need outside help.

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Seattle Sounders vs. Vancouver Whitecaps: Community player ratings formRate your Sounders in their ongoing contest!

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Sounders vs. Whitecaps: Highlights, stats, quotesSounders drop their seventh straight league game.

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Bottoming out: Sounders fall to WhitecapsSounders lose 2-0 as Whitecaps claim Cascadia Cup at Lumen Field.

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Three stats: Seattle Reign vs. Chicago StarsLooking at the data from the Reign's 1-0 win at Lumen Field.

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Explaining what Pedro de la Vega's injury means for rosterUnfortunately, there’s no salary cap relief available but that doesn’t leave the Sounders completely without options.

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MLS Fantasy Week 19: Who cares about a "Leagues Cup" anywayMLS is back in action after a brief break from the league's brief run of games after the longer World Cup break.

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Reign vs. Stars: GamethreadReign will host Chicago for the club's annual pride match at 7 PM PT on NWSL+.

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Pedro de la Vega likely out for rest of seasonMidfielder was injured less than 10 minutes after making his first appearance of the season.

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The kids are alright, but Sounders need reinforcementsThere are some promising signs that Sounders might make some signings.

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Hopeful for a morale victory, the Sounders conceded the Leagues Cup with a youthful lineupThe Sounders gave Chivas a scare in the first half with young players, but were overmatched by the more experienced and talented squad.

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Sounders return to winning with their new streak at 1 The Seattle Sounders ended their seven-game losing streak with a win over Querétaro. Another remarkable performance by now back-up keeper Stefan Frei put the So

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Match preview: Seattle Reign vs. Chicago StarsThe Reign conclude their homestand against a club in transition.

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MLS Drops Archive Jerseys 😮‍💨Philly, Chicago, Vancouver and five other clubs get retro-inspired third kits 📲

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Sounders vs. Chivas: Highlights, stats, quotesRotated Sounders fall 2–1, are eliminated from Leagues Cup.

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The Cooler Guild: Goals continue, point earnedhttps://www.sounderatheart.com/content/media/2024/07/

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Digging into data around Sounders’ injury situationIt’s definitely bad but maybe not as bad as you think.

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Realio’s Ratings: Is fun allowed?The sun is out, the Sounders won.

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How the new MLS leader will impact CBA negotiationsPaul Tenorio shares his thoughts on how changes could impact Sounders.

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Expect both sides to heavily rotate in Phase One finaleBoth Sounders and Chivas are likely to have already been eliminated.

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A streak finally ends with a Sounders winIt’s nice to finally talk about something other than a loss.

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Ranking the best Sounders prospectsOur staff ranked the top prospects in Sounders’ developmental pipeline.

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Reign vs. Angel City: Highlights, stats, quotesThe Reign come from behind and go ahead in the second half, but have to settle for a draw after conceding late.

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Sounders vs. Querétaro: Highlights, stats, quotesSounders snap seven-game losing skid.

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Reign draw Angel City, 2-2A scrappy, back-and-forth affair ends with a point apiece.

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Sweet relief: Sounders finally back on the winning sideSounders beat Querétaro to win for first time in three months.

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Reign vs Angel City FC: GamethreadSeattle Reign FC returns home to Lumen Field to take on Angel City FC at 6:00 PM PT on ESPN.

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Short handed Defiance fall in TexasFive starters absent due to Leagues Cup call-ups

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Albert Rusnák says Sounders need to let play do talkingPedro de la Vega will be available off bench.

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Client Challengedescription

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Sounders still negotiating to acquire Casper TengstedtFeyenoord is looking to recoup a significant portion of the €6 million they paid a year ago.

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These injuries are a big problemAnd the sweet relief of an executive’s departure.

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Once they created memories, now Sounders fulfill obligationsAn inaugural season-ticket holder shares the letter he sent to the Sounders.

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Taking on the Timbers was too tall of an ask for the SoundersThe Sounders fell once again to the dreaded Timbers, setting a franchise-record sixth straight loss. What role will this season’s games do for the rivalry again

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Toluca vs. Sounders: Highlights, stats, quotesSounders are out shot 39–4 in 3–0 loss.

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Now is not the time for Brian Schmetzer to leave the Seattle SoundersWith 5 straight losses, the Sounders are in the worst streak of their MLS existence. In a results-oriented profession, failure can be brutal.

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The Sounders have been consistent, consistently poor as of lateClosing out is a collective skill that teams are tasked with. The Sounders struggled to close out their games prior to the World Cup, and the games after it.

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Sounders reportedly targeting Senegalese forwardPhilippe Kény currently plays for FC Zürich.

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Realio’s Ratings: We’ve reached that pointWhen it’s this dire, only poetry can lift our spirits.

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The Cooler Guild: Bay schooled by Fisheshttps://www.sounderatheart.com/content/media/2024/07/

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Everything you need to know about Sounders in Leagues CupThe defending champions will become the first MLS team to play a Leagues Cup game in Mexico tonight.

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MLS' Next Commissioner 👔LAFC exec Larry Berg will replace Garber in 2027

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Five Defiance players included in Sounders’ Leagues Cup rosterSounders are in a serious injury crisis.

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Brad Evans still believes in Brian SchmetzerThe Sounders commentator feels like better days are ahead.

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Reign loan Purcell and Cedeño to Dallas for remainder of seasonMove will give young national team prospects more playing time while opening roster spots.

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Matchday Metrics: Sounders vs. TimbersBreaking down the numbers behind Seattle's sixth straight MLS defeat

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Seattle Sounders at Portland Timbers: community player ratings formAnother loss, another opportunity to do some rating.

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Timbers vs. Sounders: Highlights, stats, quotesSounders lose sixth straight for first time ever.

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Reign at Bay: Highlights, stats, quotesJess Fishlock comes off the bench to net the 85th-minute winner as the Reign beat Bay FC for the first time.

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Messi Returns, Lewy Scores in MLS 💥MLS roundup right here 📲

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Fishlock goal lifts Reign over Bay FC, 3-2Seattle blow another two-goal lead but find late winner to take all three points

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Timbers vs. Sounders, livestream: Kickoff, lineups, updatesSounders will visit the Timbers at 7:45 PM PT on AppleTV and FS1

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Yeimar suffers another injury, out 4–6 weeksJust as Sounders started to be looking healthier, they’ve suffered some new setbacks.

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Sounders potentially targeting Danish forwardCasper Tengstedt currently plays in Eredivisie with Feyenoord.

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The Cooler Guild: A bounce back and record-setting winhttps://www.sounderatheart.com/content/media/2024/07/

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Yu Tsukanome joins Pittsburgh Riverhounds on loanTsukanome will spend the rest of the season with the USL Championship side.

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How the Sounders can address roster issuesJeremiah and Aaron try to look ahead.

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Breaking NewsPolice investigate allegations of player misconduct at Austin FC developmental youth academy (AP)

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Reign at Wave: Highlights, stats, quotesThe Reign score twice in the first half and hold on for the road win.

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Postgame Pontifications: The alarm bells are blaringSounders leadership needs to show some urgency about the current predicament.

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Seattle Sounders at Philadelphia Union: community player ratings formRate your Sounders on their 1-0 road loss.

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Reign at Wave: GamethreadReign will visit San Diego at 2 PM PT on CBSSN and Fox 13+.

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Union vs. Sounders: Highlights, stats, quotesSounders tie franchise record with fifth straight loss.

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Slide continues: Sounders tie record losing streakSeattle drop another one as they lose 1-0 on the road in Philadelphia.

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Seattle Sounders at Austin FC: community player ratings formRate your Sounders on another loss.

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Chat, it’s pretty dire in SounderslandJeremiah and Niko are searching for hope. Not sure they find it.

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Ballard FC bows out in USL-2 Western Conference FinalsThe Bridges' 2026 campaign comes to a close with 2-1 loss to the Ventura County Fusion

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Postgame Pontifications: Fight, but not enough punchSounders hit the low bar of improvement, but are still in danger of watching a once-promising season spiral out of control.

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Chris Daniels on how World Cup altered perceptions of SeattleLongtime Seattle TV reporter also discussed how that impacts the Sounders.

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Austin FC vs. Sounders: Highlights, stats, quotesSounders surrender two late goals to lose their fourth straight.

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Four in a row: Sounders hit new lowWith their 3–1 loss to Austin FC, the Sounders have now lost four straight for the first time since 2013.

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The Cooler Guild: Super sub ambushhttps://www.sounderatheart.com/content/media/2024/07/

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Opposition scouting report: Austin FCPhil West of Verde All Day shares his insight.

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Sounders trying to put Timbers loss behind themUnsurprisingly, there are no easy answers after a loss that bad.

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Reign sign Ryanne Brown to extension through 2027The fifth-year fullback is finally healthy after a long ACL recovery.

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The Sounders follow the USMNT with a flop of their ownThe USMNT ended their World Cup run with a flop, and the Sounders followed suit losing to their rivals 5-1 in an embarrassing loss and one of the teams worst lo

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Jordan Morris out 'a minimum' of four weeks with quad injuryThe forward was forced out at halftime of the Sounders’ 5–1 loss on Thursday.

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Sounders floundered and got completely guttedOne more time for the people in the back!

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Defiance offensive outburst secures win at Real MonarchsMark Bronnik leads the attack with two goals and assists

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Sounders vs. Timbers: Highlights, stats, quotesSounders suffer worst home loss in MLS history.

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Reign at Gotham: Highlights, stats, quotesReign fall apart late and lose 3-2 on the road.

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Reign come apart late, lose to Gotham 3-2After going up early, the Reign gave up three goals after the 81st minute

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Seattle Sounders vs. Portland Timbers: community player ratings formRate your Sounders on a real doozy of a return to MLS play.

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Wild finish sees Ballard FC through to Western Conference semisBallard FC dominated the run of play but needed penalties to survive a stunning late equalizer.

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A Seattle World Cup beacon is being auctioned for charityThe piece is 9 feet tall, weighs 350 pounds and is one-of-a-kind.

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Unceremoniously boat-raced in your own pondNiko and Jeremiah discuss a humiliating performance.

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Sounders trade two international spots for GAMThe Sounders picked up $500,000 in GAM, but no longer have any open international spots remaining.