Portland Timbers vs. Seattle Sounders - April 16, 2023

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L. MabialaS. Moreno

90' + 3'

J. Mosquera

89'

83'

D. LeyvaR. Ruidiaz

J. Niezgoda

81'

80'

K. RoweN. Tolo

80'

F. MonteroO. Vargas

N. Fogaca

76'

J. NiezgodaF. Boli

72'

D. Chara

71'

69'

HeberL. Chu

N. FogacaEvander

66'

C. ParedesD. Ayala

65'

58'

R. Ruidiaz

D. Chara

58'

53'

A. Roldan

44'

J. Paulo

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Magical moments happen here ✨ ⏰: 7:30 PM PT 🗓️: Saturday, July 25th 📺: Apple TV 🏟️: Providence Park 🎟️: https://t.co/dZB9UdhQGU

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Incredible photo from Providence Park last night during stoppage time⚡️#RCTID Timbers Reddit / nomo_fomo

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Amazing photo shared in the Timbers Reddit from the match yesterday v Dallas. ⚡️ #RCTID Posted by / nomo_fomo

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Missed nights like this 🥹

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"Portland entered the penalty area 34 times against Dallas and Velde was the chaperone to get there." #RCTID ✍️The Timbers' ceiling will be determined by their biggest investments. #RCTID https://t.co/tpjDLPtjmx

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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.

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Details of Cody Baker's loan to New England RevolutionSounders could receive up to $275,000 in GAM if certain performance metrics hit.

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The Cooler Guild: Reign redemptionhttps://www.sounderatheart.com/content/media/2024/07/

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After seven weeks off, injuries remain issue for SoundersSeveral would-be starters will be out for Thursday’s match against Timbers.

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July Mailbag: How can Sounders improve?Which trophies can the Sounders potentially win?

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Defiance earn gritty one-goal winGnaulati enjoys a return to Monterey Bay

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Salmon Bay FC advance to USL W National ChampionshipUi Kaaihue's late penalty and another heroic shootout performance from Elena Milam sent Salmon Bay FC past undefeated Minnesota Aurora.

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Cody Baker traded to New England Revolution, report saysThe Homegrown Player had only logged about 100 minutes this season.

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USMNT post mortem with Charlie BoehmThe disastrous final game shouldn’t overshadow an important tournament performance.

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This is what it feels to be in the middle of a 25,000-person marchThis 360 video puts you inside the crowd outside the USA-Belgium match.

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The Cooler Guild: Another discouraging resulthttps://www.sounderatheart.com/content/media/2024/07/

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Jackson Ragen named to MLS All-Star teamAndrew Thomas is one of the more notable snubs.

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Sounders' first 3rd of the season in reviewOne-third of the way through the season, it is time to look at how the Sounders are doing.

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USMNT vs. Belgium, recap: In hell with the Red DevilsBelgium steamroll the USMNT 4-1 en route to the quarterfinals.

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Reign at Courage: Highlights, stats, quotesThe Reign start strong but can't hold on, losing 3-1 on the road

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Salmon Bay FC Advance to USLW Western Conference FinalIn front of a near-sellout crowd on an unseasonably cool night at Interbay Stadium, Salmon Bay FC defeated the Colorado Storm on penalties, securing their spot in Sunday’s Western Conference Final.

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Reign at Courage: GamethreadThe NWSL season resumes amid a heatwave, witht he Reign visiting North Carolina at 4:30 PM PT on NWSL+.

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World Cup, Day 24: How and where to watchWe get a couple of relatively early kickoffs for the Fourth of July.

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Did Mauricio Pochettino need us as bad as we needed him?Ryan Rosenblatt discusses the USMNT and the World Cup.

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Tacoma Defiance signs promising academy center backGallatin Sandnes has already made 26 appearances for Defiance.

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360 image shows the breadth of USMNT crowd at Brick ParkThe spot on Occidental has become the organic gathering spot for the World Cup.

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Key takeaways from USA's 2–0 win over Bosnia & HerzegovinaFolarin Balogun and Malik Tillman goals pace another dominant performance.

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Seven Reign players eligible for 2027 free agencyReign also secure Ratcliffe and Purcell for next season.

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Defiance have strong game but fall in penaltiesPoor set piece defending leads to both goals against

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World Cup Day 18: How to watch the Round of 32Canada will face South Africa in the only match of the day.

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Halfway through the World CupPlus a bit of Sounders health news, transfer window speculation

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World Cup 2026, Day 15: How and what to watchFinal Group Stage games continue as more teams look to secure advancement to the knockouts

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I Experienced the Craziest World Cup Atmosphere in SeattleLobbing Scorchers watches the United States vs. Australia World Cup match in Seattle

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Don’t let anyone else define what an American isI’m rooting for the USMNT because I think it can represent the best of us.

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Lime bikes smashes ridership record for USA-AustraliaThe micro-mobility company reported more than 83,000 rides on Friday.

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Reminiscing about Seattle’s glow during the USMNT matchCharles Boehm joins Jeremiah to put a bow on Friday’s match.

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World Cup, Day 12: How and what to watchGroups J and I are contested in a day that could see France, Norway, Argentina and Austria claim their spaces in the knockouts.

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World Cup, Day 11: How and what to watchRound two of Group G and Group H have no leaders after both Groups ended with a single point for everyone.

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Seattle shines: USMNT continue perfect World Cup startUSMNT secure a spot in the Round of 32 with 2–0 win over Australia.

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World Cup 2026, Match day 9: How and what to watchGroup D and Group C feature

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World Cup 2026, USA v. Australia: How and what to watchSeattle hosts the Juneteenth match that can determine the Group D winner

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Obed Vargas makes World Cup debutSounders Academy product puts in a strong shift off bench for Mexico.

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Comeback kidsDefiance come from behind to beat league-leading Dynamo 2.

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World Cup 2026, Day 8: How and what to watchCohosts look to all but seal advancement, and others look to recover from stinging setbacks

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Differing paths to a pointBelgium and Egypt settled for a 1-1 draw to start Group G’s World Cup.

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Was this the biggest sporting event in Seattle history?Jeff Rueter and Tim Ostlund-Foss discuss the first-ever World Cup game in Seattle.

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World Cup, Day 5: How and what to watchFinally, matches in Seattle begin

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How to get to World Cup matches in Seattle without losing your mindSpoiler alert: Don’t drive.

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Last gasp for Belgium's 'Golden Generation' or new start?Belgium arrives in Seattle in the midst of a generational transition.

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World Cup, Day 4: How and what to watchNetherlands-Japan highlights a day with several compelling games.

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World Cup 2026, Day 3: How and what to watchToday's big match is between former giant Brazil and rising power Morocco.

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World Cup 2026, Day 2: How and what to watchCanada and the United States open their tournaments

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World Cup 2026, Day 1: How and what to watchMexico opens the tournament against South Africa.

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What kind of role will Obed Vargas play at World Cup?Cesar Hernandez weighs in on El Trí.

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Spain? France? Brazil? Argentina? 🎥

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Cristian Roldan's path to World Cup playing timeHere's how the Sounders midfielder can get on the field this time.

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The Cooler Guild: Unspirited Away Part 3Reign sit below the playoff line heading into a month-long league break.

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Messi, Son in MLS All-Star XI💫Roster vs. Liga MX stars has landed 📲

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Reign launch free kids ticket programBring one adult to select Reign games, and up to five kids 12 and under get in free.

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Lobbing Scorchers: Seattle Mayor Tells All Ahead of FIFA World CupLobbing Scorchers interviews Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson on the World Cup, social housing, pedestrianizing streets, transit, and more.

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Touch-by-touch: A breakdown of Cristian Roldan's Senegal performanceMaking sense of Roldan's play and the ensuing #discourse

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Obed Vargas named to Mexico World Cup squadHe is the third Sounders Academy product to make a World Cup roster.

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Defiance know pain at Providence Park1-0 loss to Timbers 2 ends Defiance's short-lived winning streak.

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Valkyratings: Gimme DangerHuerta breaks the scoreless streak and Danger Maddie finishes a beauty

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How the first half of season impacts summer transfer plansNiko and Jeremiah break it all down.

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Midseason mailbag: What do Sounders need in summer?We're answering all your questions.

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Has USMNT Squad Upgraded? 🧐Comparing Poch's 2026 World Cup roster to 2022 📲

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Postgame Pontifications: Falling on the marginsSounders didn't suddenly turn bad, but their recent struggles show how they must work to improve the roster.

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The Cooler Guild: Rhode winThe back of the net was finally found.

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USMNT World Cup Roster Is Here 🇺🇸Head coach Mauricio Pochettino names 26-player squad. Full roster 📲

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Poch's official 26-man squad. Reacting to every pick 🎥

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LAFC vs. Sounders: Highlights, stats, quotesSounders fall 1-0 on a late Tim Tillman goal.

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Predicting USMNT Roster 🔮Poch to name World Cup squad TOMORROW. Here's our picks 📲

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LAFC vs. Sounders, livestream: Kickoff, lineups, updatesSounders will visit LAFC at 6 PM PT on AppleTV and Fox.

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Lobbing Scorchers: Inside the Seattle Sounders Youth SystemSeattle Sounders Technical Director Henry Brauner speaks with Lobbing Scorchers about GA Cup, young star Christopher Batiz and more.

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Talkin' 'bout 9s and CBsNiko and Jeremiah also preview the upcoming LAFC game.

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Defiance finding some form1-0 home win over Ventura County makes it two wins in a row.

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Reign earn road win against Boston LegacySofia Huerta and Maddie Dahlien get their first goals of the season in 2-1 win

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Paul Rothrock sees opportunity for growthThe midfielder isn't satisfied with the way he's played so far this year and has high expectations for the rest of the season.

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Reign at Boston: GamethreadReign will visit Boston Legacy in Pawtucket at 5 PM on Prime.

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Valkyratings: UninspiredAnd lacking more than just that little bit of quality.

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Brian Schmetzer shoulders blame for Galaxy lossHead coach says he may have made at least one too many lineup changes.

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The Moothe is LootheThe Orca Boys were a bit toothless in their loss to LA Galaxy.

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The Cooler Guild: Missing: Reign Goals.One day Seattle will score again, Friday was not that day.

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Postgame Pontifications: Taking stock ahead of the breakGalaxy loss provides an opportunity to assess where the Sounders stand.

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Defiance get second win of seasonThe team put in best performance of season in a 2-0 win over Vancouver.

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Seattle Sounders vs. LA Galaxy: community player ratings formRate your Sounders on their 2-0 home loss.

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Sounders vs. Galaxy: Highlights, stats, quotesSounders see their 22-match home unbeaten streak snapped.

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Streak snapped: Sounders fall flat in loss to GalaxySounders' 22-match home unbeaten streak ends with a thud.

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Reign vs. Gotham: Highlights, stats, quotesThe scoreless drought continues as the Reign fall 2-0 at home.

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Opposition Scouting Report: LA GalaxyAlex Ruiz of Galactic Tribune shares his insights.

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Reign extend winless streak with 2-0 loss to GothamJaedyn Shaw and Tierna Davidson score the difference-makers in an offensively lackluster performance for the Reign.

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The Heritage Cup stays homeJeremiah and Niko discuss MLS salaries and preview the LA Galaxy match.

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Jordan Morris knows the goals will comeMorris is fit and healthy, and knows the end product will come with time.

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Reign vs. Gotham: GamethreadReign will host NJ/NY Gotham FC at 7 PM PT on Victory+.

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Lobbing Scorchers: Are the Seattle Sounders wasting money?!Ari Liljenwall and Noah Riffe take stock of MLS' latest Concacaf Champions Cup flameout, Seattle Sounders roster spend and the striker debate surrounding the club's attack

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Match preview: Seattle Reign vs. Gotham FCThe Reign host the reigning NWSL champions for their final home match until July

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Postgame Pontifications: Big when it mattersSounders made a statement by sweeping the season series against the Earthquakes.

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Seattle Sounders vs. San Jose Earthquakes: community player ratings formRate your Sounders on their 3-2 Heritage Cup win.

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Sounders vs. Earthquakes: Highlights, stats, quotesSounders claim Heritage Cup for second straight year.

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Doing the Heritage double: Sounders sweep QuakesSounders claim second win over San Jose with 3-2 home victory.

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The Cooler Guild: Goal-scoring drought continuesA lack of quality chances is becoming a theme.

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Echoes: Heritage Holds HostilityQuakes the epicenter of the Western Conference as Sounders look to expose faults

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Sounders prepare for top-of-table clash with QuakesSounders can close the gap with Shield-leaders.

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We Asked Seattle Sounders fans about the FIFA World CupSeattle residents expressed their concerns around the World Cup including ticket prices and political climate.

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Orca Boys' frustrating results starting to become a problemWe also look ahead to Wednesday's game against the Earthquakes.

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2026 Sounders salaries: Mostly modest increasesSounders currently rank 18th in spending, a significant drop from where they were as recently as 2023.

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Out of CharacterKnowing when to go for it defined Clint Dempsey as iconic. The leaders of the team need to be laying an active claim on that legacy.

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Defiance fall to Austin FC II, 3-0All three goals conceded came in the second half.

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Valkyratings: Everything but the finishBig Fish finds the big chances but can't quite carry them home.

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Reign vs. Spirit: GamethreadReign will host Washington Spirit at 4 PM PT on Victory+.

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Seattle Sounders vs. San Diego FC: community player ratings formRate your Sounders on their 1-1 home draw.

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Sounders vs. San Diego FC: Highlights, stats, quotesSounders forced to settle for a point at home.

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A dull edge: Sounders settle, againSounders come back from behind to salvage a point against San Diego.

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Sounders flex their centerback depth, look toward San DiegoNiko and Jeremiah give the latest updates on the Sounders.

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Yeimar won't return until after World Cup breakSounders suddenly looking very deep at centerback.

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MLS Fantasy Week 11: Liga MX on topWe've gone another year with Seattle remaining as the only MLS club to win a modern Concacaf Championship, but what does that mean for fantasy?

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Opposition scouting report: San Diego FCDmitry Anisimov of SDFC Nation helps provide some insight.

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Alex Roldan has made transition to centerback look easyRoldan has helped the Sounders weather a spate of injuries at centerback.

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What is going on with San Diego FC?!?David Gaas helps us look ahead to a busy week for the Sounders.

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The Cooler Guild: Point in HoustonThe defense secured a much needed clean sheet.

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Sounders looking forward to busy weekSan Diego will be the first of three straight Western Conference opponents who visit Lumen Field over eight days.

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How the Sounders undercooked their brisket in Kansas CityWe're using BBQ metaphors.

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Postgame Pontifications: Missed opportunitySpotted an early goal and facing a reeling opponent, the Sounders passed on a chance to make life easier for themselves.

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Seattle Sounders at Sporting Kansas City: community player ratings formRate your Sounders on their 1-1 road draw.

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Sporting KC vs. Sounders: Highlights, stats, quotesSounders settle for a point after scoring early.

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Not good enough: Sounders settle for one pointSeattle let themselves down as they dropped two points in a 1-1 draw against SKC.

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Reign at Dash: Highlights, stats, quotesThe Reign kept a clean sheet but couldn't find a goal of their own in the Houston rain.

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Reign fight it out with Dash, 0-0A swampy match in the Texas swamp ends in a scoreless draw.

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Lobbing Scorchers: Snyder Brunell is better than Cavan Sullivan?!Lobbing Scorchers talk Snyder Brunell's breakout in MLS, Concacaf Champions Cup, Jordan Morris and the Save the Caps movement.

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Orca Boys are getting healthy as they head to Sporting KCWhat We Learned This Week has another fill-in host.

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On the mend: Sounders looking much healthierCristian Roldan, Albert Rusnák and Paul Arriola all removed from injury list.

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Reign at Dash: GamethreadReign will visit Houston at 5 PM PT on Victory+ and Fox 13+.

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Panic Ratings: What, me worry?Best start ever and reasons for optimism break through injury and cup-woe-induced panic

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MLS Fantasy Week 10: Open Cup MadnessWe're in the middle of a set of double-game weeks, and the fatigue is setting in

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Jordan Morris no longer worried about what position he playsMorris admits that rehabbing from various injuries over the past year had caused him to 'lose some love' for the game and that he's now happy just to play.