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LAFC vs. Sounders: Highlights, stats, quotes

Sounders fall 1–0 on a late Tim Tillman goal.

6m ago·2 min read·287 words

Ending with a whimper: Late goal sinks Sounders

Sounders head into the World Cup break with a 1-0 loss on the road to LAFC.

15h ago·10 min read·1818 words

LAFC vs. Sounders, livestream: Kickoff, lineups, updates

Sounders will visit LAFC at 6 PM PT on AppleTV and Fox.

21h ago·3 min read·462 words

Everything you need to know about LAFC-Sounders

Sounders travel to LAFC at 6 PM on AppleTV and Fox.

1d ago·4 min read·647 words

It's not your older siblings's LAFC

Everything you remember about LAFC is wrong

1d ago·5 min read·987 words

Cristian Roldan makes USA's World Cup roster, report says

The Guardian has obtained the full USMNT World Cup roster.

2d ago·2 min read·374 words

Talkin' ‘bout 9s and CBs

Niko and Jeremiah also preview the upcoming LAFC game.

2d ago·2 min read·239 words

Defiance finding some form

1–0 home win over Ventura County makes it two wins in a row.

2d ago·5 min read·874 words

Reign at Legacy: Highlights, stats, quotes

The Reign get an important 2-1 road win.

2d ago·12 min read·2236 words

Reign earn road win against Boston Legacy

Sofia Huerta and Maddie Dahlien get their first goals of the season in 2-1 win

2d ago·7 min read·1300 words

Paul Rothrock sees opportunity for growth

The midfielder isn’t satisfied with the way he’s played so far this year and has high expectations for the rest of the season.

2d ago·3 min read·548 words

MLS Fantasy Week 13: World Cup Fever

It is the last set of matches before the World Cup break, it's time to get weird

2d ago·11 min read·2182 words

Reign at Boston: Gamethread

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

2d ago·4 min read·684 words

Realio’s Ratings: Vibes revoked

Enigmatic Sounders fall flat at home.

3d ago·19 min read·3644 words

Valkyratings: Uninspired

And lacking more than just that little bit of quality.

3d ago·11 min read·2157 words

Match preview: Seattle Reign vs. Boston Legacy FC

The match kicks off a short East Coast roadtrip for the Reign

3d ago·6 min read·1147 words

Spokane Zephyr FC folds after two seasons

While the club did not share reasons for folding, travel costs likely played a factor in the decision.

4d ago·3 min read·437 words

Brian Schmetzer shoulders blame for Galaxy loss

Head coach says he may have made at least one too many lineup changes.

4d ago·4 min read·631 words

This Is Why Americans Are Obsessed With The USWNT

Lobbing Scorchers teams up with U.S. Soccer to have the ultimate USWNT experience at Lumen Field.

4d ago·1 min read·109 words

FC Dallas is a sneaky contender

Soccerwise’s David Gass is back to talk about the Western Conference.

4d ago·2 min read·250 words

Final call to get IV before the World Cup starts

If you’d like the World Cup edition of our print magazine before the World Cup starts, get your order in by Monday.

5d ago·3 min read·481 words

Checking in on struggling Western Conference contenders

What's been troubling the Best in the West?

5d ago·8 min read·1556 words

The Moothe is Loothe

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

5d ago·2 min read·232 words

The vibes are rancid

Something must be done to shake off the bad aura around the Reign.

5d ago·6 min read·1192 words

The Cooler Guild: Missing: Reign Goals.

One day Seattle will score again, Friday was not that day.

5d ago·1 min read·140 words

Postgame Pontifications: Taking stock ahead of the break

Galaxy loss provides an opportunity to assess where the Sounders stand.

May 18·7 min read·1233 words

Defiance get second win of season

The team put in best performance of season in a 2-0 win over Vancouver.

May 18·3 min read·589 words

Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: Sounders emerge toothless vs. LA Galaxy

Join us live at 8 am PT every Monday!

May 18·3 min read·539 words

Seattle Sounders vs. LA Galaxy: community player ratings form

Rate your Sounders on their 2-0 home loss.

May 18·1 min read·150 words

Sounders vs. Galaxy: Highlights, stats, quotes

Sounders see their 22-match home unbeaten streak snapped.

May 17·2 min read·324 words

Streak snapped: Sounders fall flat in loss to Galaxy

Sounders’ 22-match home unbeaten streak ends with a thud.

May 17·6 min read·1167 words

Sounders vs. Galaxy, livestream: Kickoff, lineups, updates

Sounders will host Galaxy at 6:15 PM on AppleTV and FS1.

May 16·3 min read·479 words

Realio’s Ratings: Sounders check out before cashing in

Ferreira proves decisive as Seattle topples West’s top team.

May 16·17 min read·3338 words

Quick notes: Galaxy, Streaking, Esquites

A few good things to know before tonight's match

May 16·5 min read·897 words

Reign vs. Gotham: Highlights, stats, quotes

The scoreless drought continues as the Reign fall 2-0 at home.

May 16·9 min read·1674 words

Everything you need to know about Sounders-Galaxy

Sounders will host the Galaxy at 6:15 PM on Fox and AppleTV.

May 16·3 min read·502 words

Opposition Scouting Report: LA Galaxy

Alex Ruiz of Galactic Tribune shares his insights.

May 16·2 min read·366 words

Reign extend winless streak with 2-0 loss to Gotham

Jaedyn Shaw and Tierna Davidson score the difference-makers in an offensively lackluster performance for the Reign.

May 16·4 min read·658 words

The Heritage Cup stays home

Jeremiah and Niko discuss MLS salaries and preview the LA Galaxy match.

May 16·2 min read·244 words

Jordan Morris knows the goals will come

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

May 16·4 min read·708 words

Reign vs. Gotham: Gamethread

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

May 16·3 min read·512 words

2026 Ballard FC Campaign Begins Friday

The Bridges enter their fifth season looking for another title.

May 15·7 min read·1242 words

Match preview: Seattle Reign vs. Gotham FC

The Reign host the reigning NWSL champions for their final home match until July

May 15·9 min read·1665 words

Valkyratings: Still on the cross(bar)

The long dark tea-time of no goals continues.

May 15·15 min read·2861 words

Postgame Pontifications: Big when it matters

Sounders made a statement by sweeping the season series against the Earthquakes.

May 14·4 min read·720 words

Seattle Sounders vs. San Jose Earthquakes: community player ratings form

Rate your Sounders on their 3-2 Heritage Cup win.

May 14·1 min read·164 words

Sounders vs. Earthquakes: Highlights, stats, quotes

Sounders claim Heritage Cup for second straight year.

May 14·2 min read·335 words

Doing the Heritage double: Sounders sweep Quakes

Sounders claim second win over San Jose with 3-2 home victory.

May 14·1 min read·18 words

Sounders vs. Earthquakes: Gamethread

Sounders will host Earthquakes at 6:30 PM PT on AppleTV.

May 13·1 min read·14 words

The Cooler Guild: Goal-scoring drought continues

A lack of quality chances is becoming a theme.

May 13·1 min read·15 words

RAVE Foundation announces symbolic, floating 52nd mini-pitch

RAVE Foundation and partners unveiled a unique element of Seattle’s World Cup experience.

May 13·1 min read·20 words

Everything we need to know about Sounders-Earthquakes

Sounders will host San Jose at 6:30 PM on AppleTV.

May 13·1 min read·17 words

Echoes: Heritage Holds Hostility

Quakes the epicenter of the Western Conference as Sounders look to expose faults

May 13·1 min read·17 words

Do the Sounders have a striker problem?

Musovski’s case for the No. 9 role grows stronger as Seattle searches for goals

May 13·1 min read·21 words

MLS Fantasy Week 12: Double Dipping

We have another split double-game week and approximately one million points up for grabs

May 13·1 min read·20 words

Sounders prepare for top-of-table clash with Quakes

Sounders can close the gap with Shield-leaders.

May 12·1 min read·14 words

Previewing the best matches for Matchday 13 in MLS

Real Salt Lake regressing? How hungover is LAFC?

May 12·1 min read·17 words

We Asked Seattle Sounders fans about the FIFA World Cup

Seattle residents expressed their concerns around the World Cup including ticket prices and political climate.

May 12·1 min read·25 words

Realio’s Ratings: Moral victories are for other teams

Sounders are making a habit of doing everything but win.

May 12·1 min read·18 words

Orca Boys’ frustrating results starting to become a problem

We also look ahead to Wednesday’s game against the Earthquakes.

May 12·1 min read·19 words

2026 Sounders salaries: Mostly modest increases

Sounders currently rank 18th in spending, a significant drop from where they were as recently as 2023.

May 12·1 min read·23 words

Out of Character

Knowing 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.

May 12·1 min read·29 words

Postgame Pontifications: Wasted chances

Sounders are now generating lots of good looks, but they need to start finishing them.

May 11·1 min read·19 words

Defiance fall to Austin FC II, 3-0

All three goals conceded came in the second half.

May 11·1 min read·16 words

Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: Seattle's lineup puzzle just got harder

Join us live at 8 am PT every Monday!

May 11·1 min read·18 words

Seattle Reign fall to Washington Spirit, 1-0

A late Spirit goal and lack of finishing undoes a lot of quality play elsewhere on the field.

May 11·1 min read·25 words

Valkyratings: Everything but the finish

Big Fish finds the big chances but can't quite carry them home.

May 10·1 min read·17 words

Reign vs. Spirit: Gamethread

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

May 10·1 min read·15 words

Seattle Sounders vs. San Diego FC: community player ratings form

Rate your Sounders on their 1-1 home draw.

May 10·1 min read·18 words

Sounders vs. San Diego FC: Highlights, stats, quotes

Sounders forced to settle for a point at home.

May 10·1 min read·17 words

A dull edge: Sounders settle, again

Sounders come back from behind to salvage a point against San Diego.

May 10·1 min read·18 words

Sounders vs. San Diego FC: Gamethread

Sounders will host San Diego FC at 7:30 PM PT on AppleTV.

May 10·1 min read·18 words

Match preview: Seattle Reign vs. Washington Spirit

The Reign face a rising Washington Spirit team on Sunday afternoon

May 9·1 min read·18 words

Playing with a full roster

San Diego 2026 hamstrings themselves. Seattle does not.

May 9·1 min read·13 words

Everything you need to know about Sounders-San Diego FC

Sounders will host San Diego tonight at 7:30 PM on AppleTV.

May 9·1 min read·20 words

Sounders flex their centerback depth, look toward San Diego

Niko and Jeremiah give the latest updates on the Sounders.

May 9·1 min read·19 words

Yeimar won’t return until after World Cup break

Sounders suddenly looking very deep at centerback.

May 9·1 min read·15 words

MLS Fantasy Week 11: Liga MX on top

We'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?

May 8·1 min read·33 words

Opposition scouting report: San Diego FC

Dmitry Anisimov of SDFC Nation helps provide some insight.

May 8·1 min read·15 words

Alex Roldan has made transition to centerback look easy

Roldan has helped the Sounders weather a spate of injuries at centerback.

May 7·1 min read·21 words

Belgium national team will set up World Cup base at Longacres

One of the world’s top teams will call the Seattle area home.

May 7·1 min read·23 words

What is going on with San Diego FC?!?

David Gass helps us look ahead to a busy week for the Sounders.

May 7·1 min read·21 words

Realio’s Ratings: Fast food

Sounders left hungry after failed dine-n-dash.

May 6·1 min read·10 words

The Cooler Guild: Point in Houston

The defense secured a much needed clean sheet.

May 6·1 min read·14 words

Downfall Watch Update after Matchday 11

Inter Miami and Portland are teetering.

May 6·1 min read·12 words

Sounders looking forward to busy week

San Diego will be the first of three straight Western Conference opponents who visit Lumen Field over eight days.

May 6·1 min read·25 words

Where Sounders fell short against Sporting KC

A data-driven look at the Sounders and Major League Soccer

May 5·1 min read·17 words

How the Sounders undercooked their brisket in Kansas City

We’re using BBQ metaphors.

May 5·1 min read·13 words

Postgame Pontifications: Missed opportunity

Spotted an early goal and facing a reeling opponent, the Sounders passed on a chance to make life easier for themselves.

May 4·1 min read·25 words

Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: San Diego FC breakdown & Inter Miami's collapse

Join us live at 8 am PT every Monday!

May 4·1 min read·20 words

Defiance also draw in Kansas City

However, they pick up extra point in shootout

May 4·1 min read·14 words

Seattle Sounders at Sporting Kansas City: community player ratings form

Rate your Sounders on their 1-1 road draw.

May 4·1 min read·18 words

Sporting KC vs. Sounders: Highlights, stats, quotes

Sounders settle for a point after scoring early.

May 3·1 min read·15 words

Not good enough: Sounders settle for one point

Seattle let themselves down as they dropped two points in a 1-1 draw against SKC.

May 2·1 min read·23 words

Reign at Dash: Highlights, stats, quotes

The Reign kept a clean sheet but couldn't find a goal of their own in the Houston rain.

May 2·1 min read·24 words

Ship's Log: 'Saving the Caps’ is saving MLS from itself

MLS needs to ignore its own worst impulses.

May 2·1 min read·18 words

Sporting KC vs. Sounders: Gamethread

Sounders will visit Sporting KC at 11:30 AM PT on AppleTV and Fox.

May 2·1 min read·18 words

Reign fight it out with Dash, 0-0

A swampy match in the Texas swamp ends in a scoreless draw.

May 2·1 min read·19 words

Everything you need to know about Sporting KC-Sounders

Sounders will visit KC at 11:30 AM tomorrow on AppleTV.

May 2·1 min read·18 words

Orca Boys are getting healthy as they head to Sporting KC

What We Learned This Week has another fill-in host.

May 2·1 min read·20 words

On the mend: Sounders looking much healthier

Cristian Roldan, Albert Rusnák and Paul Arriola all removed from injury list.

May 1·1 min read·19 words

Reign at Dash: Gamethread

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

May 1·1 min read·17 words

Realio’s Ratings: Return to sender

Morris, Ferreira put their stamps on this one.

May 1·1 min read·13 words

Panic Ratings: What, me worry?

Best start ever and reasons for optimism break through injury and cup-woe-induced panic

May 1·1 min read·18 words

Valkyratings: Eight awful minutes

Much can be said about the Reign's start, most of it bad.

May 1·1 min read·16 words

MLS Fantasy Week 10: Open Cup Madness

We're in the middle of a set of double-game weeks, and the fatigue is setting in

May 1·1 min read·23 words

Match preview: Seattle Reign vs. Houston Dash

The Reign head on the road looking to redeem themselves after a poor home performance.

Apr 30·1 min read·22 words

Jordan Morris no longer worried about what position he plays

Morris 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.

Apr 30·1 min read·39 words

The Cooler Guild: A Royal Disappointment

Not a great way to kick things off in the return to Seattle.

Apr 29·1 min read·19 words

Watchability Rankings for Matchday 11 in MLS

San Diego FC are on Downfall Watch.

Apr 29·1 min read·14 words

Sounders’ guarding against 'trap game' potential

Sporting KC has been the league’s worst team through the first couple months.

Apr 28·1 min read·19 words

How the Sounders are breaking math in their current run of form

No team is overperforming their xPoints more than the Sounders.

Apr 28·1 min read·22 words

Snyder Brunell has been one MLS's top youngsters, so far

A data-driven look at the Sounders and Major League Soccer.

Apr 28·1 min read·20 words

Reign vs. Royals: Highlights, stats, quotes

The Seattle home opener was a disappointment, with the Reign falling 3-0 to Utah.

Apr 27·1 min read·20 words

Postgame Pontifications: Making the most of it

The Sounders are off to one of their best starts ever but seem to have plenty of room for improvement.

Apr 27·1 min read·27 words

Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: Sounders play the worst team in MLS!

Join us live at 8 am PT every Monday!

Apr 27·1 min read·19 words

Defiance get first win of the season

Tacoma come-from-behind with four-goal outburst.

Apr 27·1 min read·12 words

Seattle Reign fall to Utah Royals, 3-0

Home is not where the heart is as absolutely everything goes wrong for the Reign

Apr 27·1 min read·22 words

Seattle Sounders vs. FC Dallas: community player ratings form

Rate your Sounders on their 2-1 home win.

Apr 27·1 min read·17 words

Reign vs. Royals: Gamethread

Reign will host Utah Royals at Lumen Field at 5 PM PT on Victory+.

Apr 26·1 min read·18 words

Sounders vs. FC Dallas: Highlights, stats, quotes

Sounders run their home unbeaten streak to 20 games with 2–1 win over FC Dallas.

Apr 26·1 min read·22 words

Pre-order the next issue of IV: The Sounder at Heart magazine

This issue will focus on the Seattle experience of the World Cup.

Apr 26·1 min read·23 words

22 games and running: Sounders take care of Dallas

Sounders claim a 2-1 win to stretch their unbeaten home run against Dallas to 22.

Apr 26·1 min read·24 words

Sounders vs. FC Dallas: Gamethread

The Sounders host FC Dallas at 7:30 PM PT on AppleTV.

Apr 26·1 min read·16 words

Match preview: Seattle Reign vs. Utah Royals

The Reign finally return to Lumen Field on Sunday evening.

Apr 25·1 min read·17 words

Injury bug is hard to shake

Jeremiah and Niko are showing off the newly refurbished studio.

Apr 25·1 min read·16 words

How did the Sounders start dominating at home

During the unbeaten run they're playing with verve and an attacking vibe that's been unusual during Schmetzer's reign

Apr 25·1 min read·26 words

Everything you need to know about Sounders-FC Dallas

The Sounders haven’t lost to Dallas at home since 2011.

Apr 25·1 min read·18 words

Opposition scouting report: FC Dallas

Big D Soccer shares their insights.

Apr 25·1 min read·11 words

Peter Kingston breaks down his journey

We caught up with the midfielder at training this week.

Apr 24·1 min read·16 words

Andrew Thomas growing comfortable with starter status

Andrew Thomas is making the most of his chance as Seattle’s top goalkeeper.

Apr 24·1 min read·20 words

Valkyratings: Summiting deferred

Meza puts in another big performance, but the Reign and Summit split the points

Apr 24·1 min read·17 words

Jesús Ferreira has enjoyed showing off playmaking abilities

Facing his former team, the midfielder is also well aware that he needs to start scoring as well.

Apr 23·1 min read·26 words

Ballard FC and Salmon Bay FC Reveal the 2026 Artist Kit

The club's fifth artist collaboration features the work of Victor Meléndez

Apr 23·1 min read·22 words

Realio’s Ratings: Home Cooking

Albert serves it up, Cristian eats in 4-1 feast.

Apr 23·1 min read·13 words

Sounders set a pair of team records in win over St. Louis

Sounders ran their home unbeaten streak to 19 games.

Apr 23·1 min read·21 words

MLS Fantasy Week 9: Double Game Week and Double Gameweeks

When is a DGW not a DGW? When it is actually two weeks in one!

Apr 22·1 min read·25 words

Under The Lights: Previewing FC Dallas with Sam Hale!

Join Ari Liljenwall and Sam Hale at 7:30 pm Pacific!

Apr 22·1 min read·19 words

The Cooler Guild: USWNT vs. Japan (x3) bonus

The 2027 World Cup is just around the corner, and the pressure is turning up.

Apr 21·1 min read·23 words

Jess Fishlock will retire at the end of the 2026 season

The Welsh Dragon burns bright one last time after a 14-year career in Seattle

Apr 21·1 min read·25 words

MLS clubs I was the most wrong about (so far)

Never underestimate Bruce Arena.

Apr 21·1 min read·14 words

Seattle Sounders vs. St. Louis City SC: community player ratings form

Rate your Sounders on their smooth 4-1 home win.

Apr 21·1 min read·20 words

Sounders serve up some home cooking for St Louis City

We also announce our partnership with Soccerwise.

Apr 21·1 min read·17 words

Nine Reign players feature in international window

Two wins for Dickey and an assist by McCammon highlight busy window.

Apr 20·1 min read·19 words

Postgame Pontifications: Success through selflessness

Cristian Roldan is driving the Sounders’ success through his play and his intangibles.

Apr 20·1 min read·18 words

Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: How does Seattle stack up with the West's best?

Join us live at 8 am PT every Monday!

Apr 20·1 min read·21 words

Sounders vs. St. Louis City: Highlights, stats, quotes

Cristian Roldan scores first brace since 2020 and Sounders remain strong at home.

Apr 19·1 min read·21 words

It’s good to be home: Sounders slam St. Louis

Sounders swamp St. Louis in 4-1 home win.

Apr 19·1 min read·17 words

Sounders vs. St. Louis City: Gamethread

Sounders play their first league game at home in almost two months.

Apr 18·1 min read·18 words

Realio’s Ratings: Three results, one feeling

Albert Rusnák almost plays hero in a match of almosts.

Apr 18·1 min read·16 words

All competitions performances don't lie

They can obscure the truth,though.

Apr 18·1 min read·10 words

The Orca Boys beat Tigres at home but fail to advance

Noah Riffe fills in as host and they explain the Obed Vargas call-up saga.

Apr 18·1 min read·25 words

Defiance lose to St. Louis on another late goal

This was Tacoma's third game conceding after 80th minute

Apr 18·1 min read·18 words

MLS Fantasy Week 8: All Natural

With Seattle set to play their first home league match on natural grass, it's a good time to consider the effects of playing surfaces

Apr 17·1 min read·30 words

Postgame pontifications: an inch or a mile

Sounders almost overcome their first leg deficit against Tigres.

Apr 16·1 min read·16 words

Defeat at the edge of the seat: Sounders’ CCC run ends

Sounders narrowly bow out to Tigres after a thrilling performance.

Apr 16·1 min read·21 words

Sounders vs. Tigres: gamethread

Seattle needs to score three times to advance in their Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinal matchup at 8:30 PM PT on FS1 and TUDN.

Apr 16·1 min read·27 words

Join us for a Lobbing Scorchers Welcome Home live show

6 PM PT on Wednesday, April 15 at Flatstick Pub in Pioneer Square

Apr 14·1 min read·23 words

Defiance break goal scoring drought

However, they concede on an extra time goal to fall in Vancouver

Apr 13·1 min read·17 words

Realio’s Ratings: Running on Fumes

Time to fuel up for the home leg.

Apr 13·1 min read·13 words

Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: Sounders welcome a Liga MX giant

Join us live at 8 am PT every Monday!

Apr 13·1 min read·18 words

The grass is greener

Three games in five days on new grass

Apr 11·1 min read·12 words

MLS Fantasy Week 7: Bye Week in Seattle

With no Sounders game, there is no chance of being a homer this week, for better or worse

Apr 10·1 min read·26 words

Petković placed on Season-Ending Injury List

The midfielder on loan underwent successful ACL reconstruction surgery

Apr 10·1 min read·15 words

Volcán death grip

Looking back on leg 1 and ahead to leg to against Tigres.

Apr 10·1 min read·15 words

Postgame Pontifications: Road weary

The ‘Road Show’ ran a touch too long in the end.

Apr 9·1 min read·15 words

Tigres vs. Sounders: Highlights, stats, quotes

Sounders trail 2-0 to Tigres after first leg.

Apr 9·1 min read·14 words

Torched at El Volcán: Sounders limp home after 2-0 loss

Sounders will need an epic comeback if they are to advance in Concacaf Champions Cup.

Apr 9·1 min read·25 words

Tigres vs. Sounders: Gamethread

Sounders visit Tigres for the first leg of their Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinal at 6 PM PT on FS2 and TUDN.

Apr 8·1 min read·25 words

It’s all about ‘colmillo’

Sounders believe they have necessary experience to get result at El Volcán.

Apr 8·1 min read·16 words

Realio’s Ratings: Right as rain

Andrew Thomas sparkles, Paulie Primetime shines when it matters most.

Apr 8·1 min read·15 words

The Cooler Guild: Undefeated in Spokane

7 out of 9 possible points ain't bad.

Apr 8·1 min read·14 words

MLS Coach Hotseat Rankings through Matchday 6

We've got a few guys feeling the heat.

Apr 8·1 min read·15 words

The Orca Boys’ road show has been pretty impressive

Sounders head to Tigres with a full head of steam.

Apr 7·1 min read·19 words

Tactical Rewatch: An Unexpected Training Montage

Like it or not, Sounders have been putting in the work it will take to challenge a Gigante.

Apr 7·1 min read·24 words

Reign vs. Summit: Highlights, stats, quotes

The Reign close out their Spokane homestand with a scoreless draw

Apr 6·1 min read·17 words

Postgame Pontifications: Learning to grind

Sounders are showing they have recaptured the ability to win tough games on the road.

Apr 6·1 min read·20 words

Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: Can Seattle take down Tigres?

Join us live at 8 am PT every Monday!

Apr 6·1 min read·17 words

Seattle Sounders at Houston Dynamo: community player ratings form

Rate your Sounders on their 1-0 road victory.

Apr 5·1 min read·17 words

Sounders at Houston Dynamo: Highlights, stats, quotes

The Sounders close out their five-game road trip with their third win.

Apr 5·1 min read·19 words

Rocking on the road: Paul Rothrock bags late winner

Sounders claim another three points on the road against Houston.

Apr 5·1 min read·19 words

Seattle Reign fight Denver Summit to 0-0 draw

Scoreless in Spokane, the Reign and the Summit played to a tense draw.

Apr 5·1 min read·21 words

Reign vs. Summit: Gamethread

Reign host Denver Summit in Spokane at 5:45 PM PT on ION TV.

Apr 4·1 min read·17 words

Dynamo vs. Sounders: Gamethread

Sounders will visit Houston Dynamo at 5:30 PM on AppleTV.

Apr 4·1 min read·14 words

A season of stutters continues

Sounders resume play, but again on the road, in a 2026 season that feels like it hasn't started yet

Apr 4·1 min read·24 words

Academy teams have outstanding GA Cup

U16 make it to the semifinals and U15 played in the Championship

Apr 4·1 min read·18 words

Everything you need to know about Dyanamo-Sounders

The Sounders are back on the road to play the Dynamo at 5:30 PM on AppleTV.

Apr 4·1 min read·23 words

Valkyratings: Everything's coming up Meza

Creator and destroyer, a vintage showing in the midfield.

Apr 4·1 min read·14 words

The Sounders love a good road trip

Jon Arnold of Getting CONCACAFed helps us preview the Tigres series.

Apr 4·1 min read·18 words

Opposition scouting report: Houston Dynamo

Dustyn Richardson of Bayou City Soccer gives us some insight.

Apr 3·1 min read·15 words

Match preview: Seattle Reign vs. Denver Summit

The Reign conclude their Spokane homestand against a tough expansion side.

Apr 3·1 min read·18 words

Sounders U15s advance to GA Cup final, U16s fall just short

Sounders are only MLS team to play in either final of international tournament.

Apr 3·1 min read·24 words

Panic Rankings: March 2026

Now On Tour: Seattle Sounders Road Show, and SERIOUSLY, who is our 25th best player?

Apr 3·1 min read·19 words

Peter Kingston signs first-team contract with Sounders

Former Sounders Academy player has featured for virtually every local team in the pipeline.

Apr 3·1 min read·21 words

MLS Fantasy Week 6: Doing the Shuffle

A few players on Kickbase had their positions changed over the International break, which leads me to ask, "what is a midfielder?"

Apr 3·1 min read·29 words

Sounders hit final stretch of ‘road show’

Team will close out eight-game stretch away from Lumen with a nearly week-long stay in Houston and Monterrey.

Apr 3·1 min read·25 words

Eight Reign players called up for FIFA international window

Claudia Dickey will join the USWNT for three matches, including on April 14 in Seattle.

Apr 2·1 min read·24 words

Selling to win: Why the Sounders altered their roster-building approach

Winning titles is still the focus, but the mechanics of building the roster have changed.

Apr 2·1 min read·25 words

Two Sounders Academy teams advance to GA Cup semifinals

U15s beat FC Cincinnati 2-1, while U16s outlast New England Revolution in a shootout.

Apr 1·1 min read·23 words

The Cooler Guild: So far, so good in Spokane

Reign's "home" away from home is going well.

Apr 1·1 min read·17 words

Previewing the best matchups in MLS Matchday 6

Real Salt Lake are a problem, California rivals collide.

Apr 1·1 min read·17 words

Nikola Petković tears ACL in training

Promising midfielder is likely out for the year.

Mar 31·1 min read·14 words

Scoreless streak continues for Defiance

The team has been unable to score for four straight games

Mar 30·1 min read·16 words

Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: Seattle's DPs vs. the rest of MLS

Join us live at 8 am PT every Monday!

Mar 30·1 min read·19 words

Reign vs. Louisville: Highlights, stats, quotes

The Reign earn their second win at "home" in Spokane.

Mar 30·1 min read·16 words

Realio’s Ratings: Mired in Minneapolis

A match in which the attack was crying out for alternate modes of transportation.

Mar 29·1 min read·19 words

Reign strike early, beat Racing Louisville 2-1

Mercado and Mondésir scored in the first half and the Reign held off a late blitz to secure all three points.

Mar 29·1 min read·28 words

Reign vs. Louisville: Gamethread

Reign will host Racing in their second Spokane game at 3:30 PM PT on ION TV.

Mar 28·1 min read·20 words

The sadness of being a selling team

Other sides only want the players you like.

Mar 28·1 min read·15 words

Valkyratings: Sofia, Peerless

Sofia Huerta's crossing and creativity carves the Current apart. Repeatedly.

Mar 28·1 min read·13 words

Good luck in Colorado, Georgi

Niko and Jeremiah break down the Georgi Minoungou’s move to the Rapids.

Mar 28·1 min read·17 words

Jordan Morris is ready to run

The forward says he’s now fully fit and itching to contribute.

Mar 27·1 min read·17 words

Match preview: Seattle Reign vs. Racing Louisville

The Reign continue their Spokane homestand on Saturday.

Mar 27·1 min read·15 words

Georgi Minoungou traded to Rapids

Sounders will reportedly receive $2 million in General Allocation Money.

Mar 27·1 min read·15 words

Sounders move two matches to later in season

April 12 RSL match moved to Sept. 23, while KC match on Sept. 9 is moved to Oct. 1.

Mar 26·1 min read·27 words

Sounders, Reign offer season-ticket holders chance to enter lottery for World Cup tickets

The most expensive tickets for only three games are being offered.

Mar 26·1 min read·24 words

Has Nouhou actually leveled up?

Jeremiah and Aaron answer listener questions.

Mar 26·1 min read·11 words

Reign vs. Current: Highlights, stats, quotes

The Reign put on a first-half offensive show, defeating the Current 3-0.

Mar 26·1 min read·18 words

Reign ride first-half goals to 3-0 win over KC

The Reign's first home match in Spokane ends in an emphatic victory against the visiting Kansas City Current

Mar 26·1 min read·27 words

Reign vs. Current: Gamethread

Reign open their Spokane homestand against Kansas City at 6 PM PT on NWSL+ and Fox 13+.

Mar 25·1 min read·21 words

We've added some new features

Check out what we’re doing to make following the local teams even easier.

Mar 25·1 min read·18 words

Valkyratings: Red cards and highway blues

The Thorns came to fight, and the Reign came to fold.

Mar 25·1 min read·17 words

Charlotte FC wants to be the Sounders of the Eastern Conference

Backheeled.com explores Zoran Krneta’s vision.

Mar 25·1 min read·16 words

Match Preview: Seattle Reign vs. KC Current

The Reign's first of three games in Spokane kicks off at 6 p.m. PT.

Mar 25·1 min read·21 words

Takeaways from the CCC Round of 16.

The quarterfinals are set.

Mar 25·1 min read·11 words

Sounders rise to third in Concacaf Club Rankings

This is the highest they’ve ever been ranked.

Mar 24·1 min read·16 words

Ranking the apex tier of Western Conference contenders

Yes, the Sounders are among them.

Mar 24·1 min read·14 words

Seattle Sounders at Minnesota United: community player ratings form

Rate your Sounders on their 0-0 road draw.

Mar 24·1 min read·17 words

Sounders called into international duty

Snyder Brunell, Osaze De Rosario and Georgi Minoungou join Cristian Roldan and Danny Musovski.

Mar 24·1 min read·19 words

Postgame Pontifications: Looking for balance

Sounders’ 0-0 draw away to Minnesota leaves plenty of questions

Mar 23·1 min read·15 words

The Cooler Guild: Problems in Portland, again.

*massive sigh*

Mar 23·1 min read·9 words

Minnesota United vs. Sounders: Highlights, stats, quotes

Sounders settle for a 0-0 road tie.

Mar 23·1 min read·14 words

Defiance lose after conceding late

Offensive struggles continue as Tacoma fail to score for third straight game

Mar 23·1 min read·17 words

Seattle Reign head to Spokane for a three-game homestand

What playing three home games in Eastern Washington means for the women's soccer scene in the state

Mar 23·1 min read·26 words

Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: Grading the 2026 season so far

Join us live at 8 am PT every Monday!

Mar 23·1 min read·18 words

Frozen out: Sounders play to scoreless tie with Minnesota

Minnesota is back to their old bus-parking tricks.

Mar 22·1 min read·17 words

Realio’s Ratings: Spokane splendor

A trio of substitutes shift momentum as Sounders win both legs outright.

Mar 22·1 min read·16 words

Minnesota United vs. Sounders: Gamethread

Sounders will visit Minnesota United at 11:30 AM on Fox and AppleTV.

Mar 22·1 min read·17 words

Everything you need to know ahead of Minnesota-Sounders

Sounders will play Minnesota United at 11:30 AM on AppleTV.

Mar 21·1 min read·18 words

Opposition scouting report: Minnesota United

Northland Soccer Journal shares some insight.

Mar 21·1 min read·11 words

Reign at Thorns: Highlights, stats, quotes

The Reign fall 2-0 while up two players in a disappointing rivalry match.

Mar 21·1 min read·19 words

Echoes: Seattle Sounders vs Minnesota

Seeking retribution against Minnesota may be unfamiliar now, but there was a time where it was normal

Mar 21·1 min read·22 words

The Pipeline is a renewable resource

Defiance and the Academy don't get tapped out. There's always going to be more talent bubbling up to the First Team

Mar 21·1 min read·27 words

Sounders storm Spokane for ‘Caps Cascadia Clash Cup tie

The long road trip was worth it.

Mar 21·1 min read·16 words

Lobbing Scorchers: Seattle Sounders are Playing One of Liga MX's Galacticos

Tigres UANL, one of Mexico’s top clubs face off against red hot Seattle Sounders

Mar 21·1 min read·25 words

Reign fall to Portland despite two-player advantage

Despite two red cards, Portland was the more threatening side and won 2-0.

Mar 21·1 min read·20 words

Valkyratings: Coco unravels Orlando

Nérilia Mondésir turns in one of the best performances of her Reign career.

Mar 21·1 min read·17 words

Lumen Field will host Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinals

There had been some question as to Sounders' ability to host the match in their normal home stadium.

Mar 21·1 min read·26 words

Antino Lopez is just latest to come through Sounders' pipeline

Lopez discusses signing first MLS contract.

Mar 21·1 min read·16 words

Reign at Thorns: Gamethread

Reign will visit Portland at 7 PM on Prime Video.

Mar 21·1 min read·14 words

MLS Fantasy Week 5: How about a mulligan?

Lessons learned from a tough week 4, what's the game plan for moving forward?

Mar 20·1 min read·22 words

Sounders will next face Tigres in Concacaf Champions Cup

Tigres scored dramatic win over FC Cincinnati.

Mar 20·1 min read·16 words

Match Preview: Seattle Reign at Portland Thorns

The first round of the Cascadia derby comes early this season.

Mar 20·1 min read·18 words

Postgame Pontifications: Time for something different

Spokane showed up in a big way and Sounders sent them home happy.

Mar 19·1 min read·19 words

MLS unveils details of 2027 ‘sprint’ season

Regular season will run February-April and MLS Cup will be in May.

Mar 19·1 min read·19 words

Sounders vs. Whitecaps: Highlights, stats, quotes

Sounders score a 2-1 victory to advance 5-1 on aggregate in their Concacaf Champions Cup Round of 16 series.

Mar 19·1 min read·25 words

Job done in Spokane: Sounders move on in Concacaf

Sounders come back to win 2-1 on the night over Whitecaps.

Mar 19·1 min read·20 words

Sounders vs. Whitecaps: Gamethread

Sounders will host Whitecaps in Concacaf Champions Cup play at 8 PM on FS2 and TUDN.

Mar 19·1 min read·20 words

Stef Frei says he found purpose in return to Sounders

Veteran goalkeeper has shown he can shoulder the load of carrying Sounders’ Concacaf Champions Cup hopes.

Mar 18·1 min read·26 words

Concacaf takes a stand against solidarity

ECS has been told a number of flags will not be allowed at Spokane CCC match.

Mar 18·1 min read·22 words

The Cooler Guild: Reign, lightning, and a win in Orlando

First game of the season, first win of the season.

Mar 18·1 min read·20 words

Realio’s Ratings: Stalwart in San Jose

Another clean sheet for Andrew Thomas and the Sounder defense.

Mar 18·1 min read·16 words

Seattle Reign finally home after travel challenges

Weather and equipment issues conspired to delay team at every step of journey going to, within and leaving Orlando.

Mar 18·1 min read·26 words

Lobbing Scorchers: Will Bruin Reveals All

Former Sounders forward Will Bruin give a behind-the-scenes look at the career of an MLS lifer.

Mar 18·1 min read·22 words

Antino Lopez signs first-team contract

Former Sounders Academy player looked strong in first career MLS start.

Mar 17·1 min read·16 words

Join us for a Lobbing Scorchers Spokane Live Show

5:00pm, Wednesday, March 18 at Flat Stick Pub in Spokane, WA.

Mar 17·1 min read·20 words

Danny Musovski called into World Cup playoffs

Forward has been named to North Macedonia’s roster.

Mar 17·1 min read·15 words

Smash and Grab: The Heritage Cup Edition!

“Winners win.”

Mar 17·1 min read·9 words

Cristian Roldan called up to USMNT

Roldan will be in camp for friendlies against Belgium and Portugal.

Mar 17·1 min read·17 words

Cody Baker could be poised for a breakout season

Baker looked strong in his first start and could be needed even more.

Mar 17·1 min read·22 words

Takeaways from Leg 1 of CCC Round of 16

Let's take a look at where every MLS club stands.

Mar 17·1 min read·19 words

Seattle Sounders at San Jose Earthquakes: community player ratings form

Rate your Sounders on another scrappy road win.

Mar 17·1 min read·18 words

Postgame Pontifications: More than numbers

The Sounders earned one of their grittiest wins ever.

Mar 16·1 min read·14 words

Reign at Pride: Highlights, stats, quotes

The Reign open the 2026 season with a win.

Mar 16·1 min read·15 words

MLS unveils 2026 playoff schedule

Tournament will take place over the course of a month and conclude on Dec. 18.

Mar 16·1 min read·20 words

Earthquakes vs. Sounders: Highlights, stats, quotes

Sounders secure another road win despite some very lopsided stats.

Mar 16·1 min read·16 words

Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: Sounders Road Show Goes to Spokane

Join us live at 8 am PT every Monday!

Mar 16·1 min read·18 words

The wall holds: Sounders withstand intense pressure

Sounders hang on to win 1-0 on the road against San Jose.

Mar 16·1 min read·19 words

Reign win weather-delayed opener over Orlando, 2-1

Veterans Jess Fishlock and Brittany Ratcliffe scored in a game disrupted by a nearly 3-hour halftime.

Mar 16·1 min read·23 words

Realio’s Ratings: Oops, all Pauls!

Stellar performance against Cascadia rivals means Sounders have nothing to a-Paul-ogize for.

Mar 15·1 min read·17 words

Earthquakes vs. Sounders: Gamethread

Sounders will visit San Jose for Sunday Night Soccer on AppleTV at 4 PM.

Mar 15·1 min read·18 words

Reign at Pride: Gamethread

Seattle will visit Orlando for their season opener at 1 PM PT on Victory+.

Mar 15·1 min read·18 words

Everything you need to know about Earthquakes-Sounders

Sounders will play Earthquakes in Sunday Night Soccer at 4 PM on AppleTV.

Mar 15·1 min read·20 words

Defiance earn first shutout of the year

Max Anchor makes two saves in shootout to earn the bonus point.

Mar 15·1 min read·19 words

Obed Vargas makes first start for Atleti

Obed Vargas earned his first start in a 1-0 win over Getafe.

Mar 15·1 min read·19 words

Sounders will likely rotate lineup against Earthquakes

The Sounders are in the middle of a stretch of three games in a week.

Mar 15·1 min read·22 words

Match preview: Seattle Reign vs. Orlando Pride

The Reign head on the road for the first match of the 2026 season

Mar 14·1 min read·21 words

It is time for Queens to Reign

What to watch for if this is your next season watching the three-time Shield winners

Mar 14·1 min read·22 words

Sounders cook Caps in CCC Cascadia Clash

It was a good day in Vancouver.

Mar 14·1 min read·14 words

Tactical Rewatch: The Arsenal of it All

It's the Gunners world and we're just living in it

Mar 13·1 min read·17 words

Postgame Pontifications: A redemptive arc

Paul Arriola scores a brace in his first start in almost exactly a year to power Sounders to 3-0 win over the Whitecaps.

Mar 13·1 min read·28 words

Reign add Canadian international Holly Ward

The forward comes on a fee from NSL champions Vancouver Rise.

Mar 13·1 min read·17 words

João Paulo shares insight into transition from player to coach

We caught up with the new Tacoma Defiance assistant.

Mar 13·1 min read·19 words

Whitecaps vs. Sounders: Highlights, stats, quotes

Paul Arriola scores brace in first start in almost exactly one year.

Mar 13·1 min read·18 words

MLS Fantasy Week 4: Defenders Win Championships

Proper defender selection seems to be the biggest differentiator in this early MLS Fantasy season

Mar 13·1 min read·22 words

Reign sign Ruby Hladek to short-term deal and finalize roster

Club goes into opening day with 23 active players and three open spots.

Mar 13·1 min read·23 words

Play 2026 NWSL Fantasy with Ride of the Valkyries

Several sites are offering NWSL fantasy games again this year.

Mar 13·1 min read·19 words

Victory in Vancouver: Sounders take control of series

Sounders absorb pressure and smash the Whitecaps 3-0 to open their CCC campaign.

Mar 13·1 min read·21 words

What Futi tells us: a conversation with John Muller

futi.live is a new kind of statistical soccer site.

Mar 13·1 min read·18 words

Whitecaps vs. Sounders: Gamethread

Sounders will play Whitecaps in CCC Round of 16 at 7 PM on FS2 and TUDN.

Mar 12·1 min read·20 words

Seattle Reign transfer Jordyn Huitema to Chicago

Club receives $500k in league funds in return.

Mar 12·1 min read·15 words

What Sounders' signings say about the club's future

There’s a lot of stability being built into the roster at a time when the league is about to go through some huge changes.

Mar 12·1 min read·32 words

Hassani Dotson placed in concussion protocol

The Sounders’ injury list continues to grow.

Mar 11·1 min read·13 words

In praise of winning ugly

Tim Booth of the Seattle Times joins to discuss the installation of new grass for World Cup.

Mar 11·1 min read·22 words

A look at Seattle Reign's 2026 roster

A line-by-line look at the Reign's depth heading into the season.

Mar 10·1 min read·18 words

Realio’s Ratings: Scrappy in St. Louis

In a league where road wins are hard to come by, Sounders find a way.

Mar 10·1 min read·21 words

Previewing Concacaf Champions Cup Round of 16

Who's going to the quarterfinals?

Mar 10·1 min read·12 words

Understanding GAM and how much Sounders have

MLS recently released General Allocation Money totals for each team but, at least as far as the Sounders are concerned, it was a little deceiving.

Mar 10·1 min read·32 words

Lumen Field grass will be planted on top of turf

Seattle Times reports there will be about 12-14 inches of base between the two surfaces.

Mar 10·1 min read·25 words

Postgame Pontifications: Loving the imperfections

Kalani Kossa-Rienzi supplies the winning touch through some ingenuity.

Mar 9·1 min read·14 words

The Cooler Guild: 2026 preseason premonitions

Growth is gonna be key this season, let's get into it.

Mar 9·1 min read·17 words

Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: Can Seattle make a CCC run?

Join us live at 8 am PT every Monday!

Mar 9·1 min read·18 words

Defiance dominated in Houston

Dynamo 2 in control from start to finish

Mar 9·1 min read·12 words

Seattle Sounders at St. Louis City SC: community player ratings form

Rate some dudes on their 1-0 road win.

Mar 8·1 min read·19 words

St. Louis City vs. Sounders: Highlights, stats, quotes

Sounders grab a gutsy road win.

Mar 8·1 min read·14 words

Bittersweet: Sounders claim 3 points, but at a cost

Sounders beat St. Louis City while losing Yeimar.

Mar 8·1 min read·17 words

St. Louis City vs. Sounders: Gamethread

Sounders will visit St. Louis City at 5:30 PM on AppleTV.

Mar 7·1 min read·17 words

Their only constant is mediocrity

Seattle faces another team defined by their keeper and little else.

Mar 7·1 min read·16 words

Everything you need to know about Sounders-St. Louis City

The Sounders go on the road to face St. Louis City at 5:30 PM on AppleTV.

Mar 7·1 min read·25 words

Ryan Sailor visits the White House and injury updates

There’s some good news sprinkled in there, too.

Mar 7·1 min read·17 words

Lobbing Scorchers: Seattle Sounders Make MORE Leagues Cup History?

Sounder at Heart's Tim Foss joins Ari Liljenwall to talk about Tacoma Defiance, Leagues Cup 2026, and Seattle Sounders injuries.

Mar 7·1 min read·29 words

Opposition Scouting report: St. Louis City

Flyover Footy shared their insight.

Mar 7·1 min read·11 words

Injuries and absences ahead of St. Louis

Injury situation may not quite be a crisis.

Mar 7·1 min read·15 words

Hanging with the Roldans

We interviewed the Roldan brothers in Spain.

Mar 6·1 min read·11 words

MLS Fantasy Week 3: Home Cooking

Everyone is abuzz about the sudden return of extreme road woes in MLS, will it continue?

Mar 6·1 min read·22 words

Realio’s Ratings: Unsettled in Sandy

Sounders continue to not win when in Utah.

Mar 6·1 min read·13 words

Panic Rankings: February 2026

Preseason, real games and we’re already discussing who our sixth center back is. Let the panic ensue.

Mar 5·1 min read·21 words

Leagues Cup schedule 2026: Sounders will open in Mexico

Sounders will be first MLS team to play at a Liga MX opponent in Leagues Cup.

Mar 5·1 min read·25 words

Paul Arriola says he’s fit enough to start

It has been almost exactly one year since he tore his ACL.

Mar 5·1 min read·20 words

Tactical Rewatch: Fumbling toward ecstasy

Amid an uneven away game a glimmer of welcome progress

Mar 4·1 min read·15 words

The Curse of the Wasatch Valley continues

Plus we talk to John Morrissey about the opening pipeline between USL and MLS Next Pro.

Mar 4·1 min read·23 words

Strong February for U17 and U19

Both academy teams went undefeated

Mar 4·1 min read·11 words

Sounders' winger depth already getting tested

Paul Rothrock is having his ankle examined while Georgi Minoungou is testing his injured foot.

Mar 3·1 min read·21 words

Takeaways after Matchday 2 in MLS

Atlanta's in trouble, the Red Bulls did it again.

Mar 3·1 min read·15 words

Postgame Pontifications: Better to just move on

The Sounders played fine at RSL, but history tells us that there’s not much to learn from this fixture.

Mar 2·1 min read·26 words

Defiance open 2026 season with a shootout loss

Two late goals allow Defiance to force shootout, but it’s not enough.

Mar 2·1 min read·20 words

Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: The Curse at America First

Join us live at 8 am PT every Monday!

Mar 2·1 min read·17 words

Seattle Sounders at Real Salt Lake: community player ratings form

Same as it ever was.

Mar 1·1 min read·15 words

Tacoma Defiance 2026 players to watch

Who may be next on the Defiance to first team conveyor belt

Mar 1·1 min read·18 words

RSL vs. Sounders: Highlights, stats, quotes

Sounders extend their winless streak in Utah to 15 years.

Mar 1·1 min read·16 words

Another loss in Utah: Sounders fall at Real Salt Lake

The Sounders run their winless streak in Utah to 16 games.

Mar 1·1 min read·21 words

Real Salt Lake vs. Sounders: Gamethread

The Sounders will face RSL on Saturday at 4:30 PM on AppleTV.

Feb 28·1 min read·18 words

Two local soccer scribes to discuss Seattle's road to 2026

Matt Pentz and Frank MacDonald will explain the history behind Seattle’s World cup bid.

Feb 28·1 min read·24 words

Opposition scouting report: Real Salt Lake

RSL will be missing several key players.

Feb 28·1 min read·13 words

Everything you need to know about Real Salt Lake-Sounders

The Sounders will play RSL at 4:30 PM on AppleTV.

Feb 28·1 min read·19 words

Road to good intentions (trophies)

Sounders start an early-season defining road trip with their most challenging road opponent.

Feb 28·1 min read·18 words

PRO says Hassani Dotson’s goal should have stood

Audio of VAR process also illustrates some serious problems in how the system worked.

Feb 28·1 min read·22 words

Contract, roster designation, injury updates and win at RSL challenge

Jeremiah and Niko do their weekly check-in.

Feb 28·1 min read·17 words

Changing narratives

Sounders look to end difficult streak away against RSL.

Feb 28·1 min read·11 words

Realio’s Ratings: Paulie Hustle

Seattle’s super-sub proves difference maker in extended opener.

Feb 28·1 min read·12 words

Seattle Reign train through the international break

With 12 players away, Reign practice with a goalkeeper coach in goal and eight trialists on the field

Feb 28·1 min read·25 words

MLS roster profiles reveal some unannounced Sounders extensions (before removal)

Danny Musovski, Nouhou and Alex Roldan all quietly signed contract extensions.

Feb 27·1 min read·21 words

The new Mr. Sounder?

With a possible World Cup on the horizon, we look at what has made Cristian Roldan such a big part of the organization.

Feb 27·1 min read·27 words

MLS Fantasy Week 2: A priori

Don't overreact to Week 1, believe in your priors. But don't ignore it, either.

Feb 27·1 min read·20 words

Madison Curry has become a top defender by trusting her gut

The defender talks to Ride of the Valkyries about her unique journey to Seattle Reign and how she trusts her gut when making big decisions.

Feb 27·1 min read·36 words

Four additional players signed by Defiance

This completes a week of nine total signings

Feb 27·1 min read·14 words

Seattle Reign unveils new third kit

The Surge Kit features neon yellow accents that call back to old Reign jerseys

Feb 26·1 min read·20 words

Sounders will face Whitecaps in Concacaf Champions Cup

Round of 16 starts on March 12 before return leg in Spokane on March 18.

Feb 26·1 min read·23 words

Brian Schmetzer shares the secrets to his longevity

The Sounders head coach sat down with Sounder at Heart during the team’s preseason in Marbella, Spain.

Feb 26·1 min read·25 words

Jordan Morris will be out four weeks with quad strain

Hassani Dotson cleared to resume playing, Kim Kee-hee returns to training.

Feb 25·1 min read·21 words

Joe Dale among three Defiance signings from college

Defiance continues a busy week of signings.

Feb 25·1 min read·15 words

Ballard FC’s Nordic Kit: Hyperlocal with global roots

Ballard has teamed up with Danish brand hummel to produce this year's away kits.

Feb 25·1 min read·22 words

Fans React to Seattle Sounders Season Opener vs. Colorado Rapids!

Seattle Sounders defeated the Colorado Rapids 2-0 at Lumen Field in their home opener.

Feb 25·1 min read·24 words

Takeaways from Matchday 1 in MLS

Time to talk about matches that actually count.

Feb 24·1 min read·14 words

Tacoma Defiance signs two academy players

A familiar face and the youngest signing in club history

Feb 24·1 min read·16 words

Matchday 1: Someone left the cake out in the rain

It wasn’t quite a dream start, but it was a solid one.

Feb 24·1 min read·22 words

What we know about injuries to Jordan Morris, Hassani Dotson

It remains unclear how much time either player will miss.

Feb 24·1 min read·20 words

Seattle26 expands free access to watch parties

The small infrastructure of Seatttle's Men's World Cup preparations continues with an announcement of four free fan zones in the city core.

Feb 24·1 min read·29 words

Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: Sounders carelessly jump to victory

Join us live at 8 am PT every Monday!

Feb 24·1 min read·17 words

Seattle Sounders vs. Colorado Rapids: community player ratings form

Rate your Sounders on their 2-0 win to open 2026.

Feb 24·1 min read·19 words

Postgame Pontifications: Channeling greatness

Sounders midfielder comes off bench to score and assist in season opening win.

Feb 24·1 min read·17 words

Sounders vs. Rapids: Highlights, stats, quotes

Sounders open 2026 with a thorough win.

Feb 23·1 min read·13 words

Starting on the right foot: Sounders top Rapids in opener

Sounders win 2-0 over Rapids on a rainy night at Lumen Field.

Feb 23·1 min read·22 words

Sounders vs. Rapids: Gamethread

Sounders will host the Rapids in their MLS season openers at 6:15 PM on AppleTV.

Feb 23·1 min read·19 words

How Sounders will tweak tactical approach in 2026

We dig into some of the changes to expect this year.

Feb 22·1 min read·19 words

A new era awaits

Andrew Thomas is poised to take over as Sounders starting goalkeeper following a season of highs and one big low.

Feb 22·1 min read·24 words

Everything you need to know to be ready for Sounders-Rapids

The Sounders begin the 2026 season at 6:15 PM on AppleTV and FS1.

Feb 22·1 min read·23 words

The preseason all leads up to this

Let’s get ready for Matchday 1.

Feb 22·1 min read·13 words

Seattle Reign earn 1-0 preseason win over Angel City

Nérilia Mondésir scored the lone goal for the Reign.

Feb 22·1 min read·18 words

What the Seahawks’ impending sale could mean for Sounders

The Allen Estate owns 25% of the Sounders, but that’s not necessarily up for sale.

Feb 21·1 min read·24 words

Sounders vs Rapids, Statistical Preview

Matchweek 1

Feb 21·1 min read·7 words

Opposition scouting report: Colorado Rapids

Matt Pollard of Burgundy Wave shares some insight.

Feb 21·1 min read·13 words

"Addicted to winning trophies"

That's what it means to be a Sounders and it's why you should go into 2026 full of hope

Feb 21·1 min read·23 words

A changing of the guard

Ahead of the opening game the Sounders are turning to a new page.

Feb 21·1 min read·18 words

Lobbing Scorchers: Everything We're Predicting for the 2026 Seattle Sounders Season

Plus an update on Pedro de la Vega and reaction to Reed Baker-Whiting’s trade to Nashville SC.

Feb 21·1 min read·28 words

Reign vs. Angel City FC: Preseason match preview and gamethread

We might start getting some answers to big questions about this Reign squad.

Feb 20·1 min read·23 words

Echoes: Seattle Sounders vs Colorado

Looking back at a historic home opener versus a Colorado side

Feb 20·1 min read·16 words

Behind the scenes of the biggest transfer in Sounders history

Obed Vargas’ move to Atlético Madrid was a bit more complicated than it may have appeared at first glance.

Feb 20·1 min read·29 words

Do your part to support Sounder at Heart

This is shaping up to be our biggest year yet.

Feb 20·1 min read·18 words

Sounders are ready to start the season

A long offseason is finally almost over.

Feb 20·1 min read·14 words

MLS Fantasy Week 1: Kickoff

The real MLS season starts this weekend, heralding the launch of a new era of MLS Fantasy

Feb 19·1 min read·22 words

Introducing Backpost Runners

The newest addition to the Sounder at Heart Podcast Network

Feb 19·1 min read·13 words

Reed Baker-Whiting officially moved to Nashville SC

Sounders will receive up to $1.1 million plus retain a 20% sell-on.

Feb 19·1 min read·19 words

Everything you need to know ahead of Sounders’ new season

We’ll catch you up on everything you might have missed since the end of 2025.

Feb 18·1 min read·25 words

It’s time to start talking about the season

Aaron is back!

Feb 17·1 min read·11 words

Winners and losers from the MLS offseason

Then we can finally focus on the games.

Feb 17·1 min read·15 words

Seattle Sounders 2026 MLS season preview

Backheeled shares their outlook on the upcoming campaign.

Feb 17·1 min read·14 words

Taking one final measure of the Western Conference

The West in 2026 is shaping up to look a lot different from your Eurosnob uncle's conception of MLS.

Feb 17·1 min read·27 words

Three Reign players named to USWNT for SheBelieves Cup

Several other Reign players will join senior and youth national team camps during the FIFA window.

Feb 17·1 min read·25 words

Danny Leyva shares what life is like with Club Necaxa

Niko Moreno caught up with the former Sounders Homegrown Player.

Feb 17·1 min read·20 words

Meet Andrew Thomas at our magazine launch party

The Leagues Cup trophy will also be in attendance.

Feb 17·1 min read·17 words

Sounders don’t need to do anything, but what if they wanted to?

A speculative look at how Seattle could tinker with a roster that just completed the trophy case

Feb 16·1 min read·29 words

2026 MLS Fantasy with Sounder at Heart

There's a new fantasy platform and some top tier alternatives; we will meet you where you are

Feb 16·1 min read·24 words

Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: Analyzing Seattle's trade of Reed Baker-Whiting

Join us live at 8 am PT every Monday!

Feb 16·1 min read·18 words

Reed Baker-Whiting transferred to Nashville SC

Sounders will get about $800k in cash, plus some add-ons.

Feb 16·1 min read·16 words

Osaze De Rosario shines in Sounders’ preseason finale

Forward scores two more goals in 3-1 win over Louisville City.

Feb 16·1 min read·19 words

Players who could be like new signings in 2026

The Sounders have made a few additions this offseason, but these guys could be like new players this year.

Feb 15·1 min read·28 words

Sounders lineup is coming into focus

Andrew Thomas and Hassani Dotson seem to have the inside track.

Feb 15·1 min read·17 words

Lobbing Scorchers: Who is the best value on the Sounders?

We brought in the stats guy to find out.

Feb 15·1 min read·19 words

Five bold predictions ahead of Sounders' 2026 campaign

Seattle's best and worst MLS seasons came in the post-pandemic era. 2026 can be one that's complete on all fronts.

Feb 14·1 min read·28 words

Putting numbers behind 'Schmetzer Ball'

A new tool allows us to clearly identify the Sounders’ playing characteristics.

Feb 14·1 min read·17 words

IV the magazine is shipping!

Osaze De Rosario has put himself in very good position for increased playing time.

Feb 14·1 min read·19 words

Tacoma Defiance add young League One attacker

2025 Young Player of the Year Mark Bronnick bolsters the Defiance attack.

Feb 13·1 min read·19 words

Osaze De Rosario ready to make a name for himself

Forward continues to impress during preseason.

Feb 13·1 min read·16 words

Are Sounders in need of a ‘bounce back’ season?

Ari, Noah and Jeremiah discuss on the Soccerwise season preview.

Feb 12·1 min read·19 words

Cristian Roldan reflects on experience at ‘Latino Bowl’

Sounders midfielder was the sole official representative from the United States men’s national team to participate.

Feb 12·1 min read·24 words

A sit-down with Paul Rothrock

This is the first of a three-part interview series from Marbella, Spain.

Feb 12·1 min read·17 words

Sounders reveal the Evergreen State Kit

The Seattle Sounders will be repping the Evergreen State in 2026.

Feb 11·1 min read·17 words

MLS valuations: Sounders closing in on $1 billion

Sounders are now estimated to be worth $915 million, up more than 10% from last year.

Feb 11·1 min read·24 words

The best matchups of MLS is Back weekend

We're less than two weeks away.

Feb 11·1 min read·14 words

Spain work-cation is over and it’s time to catch up

The preseason is suddenly getting very busy.

Feb 10·1 min read·17 words

Paul Arriola celebrates birthday with important milestone

Veteran got his first minutes since ACL injury last year.

Feb 9·1 min read·17 words

Obed Vargas makes La Liga debut

Less than a week after joining Atlético Madrid, Vargas has already made two appearances.

Feb 9·1 min read·20 words

Want IV delivered before the season? Order soon

I know, I know, it feels like one deadline after another, but this should be the last one before we tell you supplies are about to run out.

Feb 9·1 min read·36 words

Georgi Minoungou drawing interest from top Swedish club

Hammarby is apparently keen to acquire the winger.

Feb 7·1 min read·16 words

Obed Vargas makes Atlético Madrid debut

First appearance comes in 5-0 Copa del Rey win.

Feb 6·1 min read·15 words

Key performers in Sounders’ final European preseason games

Osaze De Rosario scores brace in 3-1 win over Hammarby, while Paul Arriola played his first 30 minutes of preseason after recovering from ACL surgery.

Feb 5·1 min read·33 words

Sounders vs. Hammarby: How to watch

Rain has forced both games to be pushed back an hour.

Feb 5·1 min read·17 words