5 reasons St. Louis CITY SC are setting MLS expansion history

St. Louis CITY SC are a perfect 3W-0L-0D in their maiden MLS voyage, an opening mark not met since the 2009 Seattle Sounders. Sitting atop the...
MLSSOCCER Mar 15, 2023

Defiance unveil 2023 schedule, rule changes

Georgi Minoungou will be outleaping opponents at Starfire in 14 games | Courtesy of Charis Wilson / Sounders FC CommunicationsWade Webber’s team...
SOUNDER AT HEART Mar 15, 2023

Seattle Sounders guaranteed spot in expanded 2025 FIFA Club World Cup

It turns out that Seattle Sounders FC’s historic 2022 Concacaf Champions League title carried some extra weight.
MLSSOCCER Mar 14, 2023

Raúl Ruidíaz getting used to new training program

Aaron Doster-USA TODAY SportsSounders are intentionally limiting how much work their striker does in training. TUKWILA — There were a nervy few...
SOUNDER AT HEART Mar 14, 2023

Sounders have already qualified for 32-team 2025 Club World Cup

Photo by Alex Grimm - FIFA/FIFA via Getty ImagesThis will be the first time the quadrennial event will be held. The Seattle Sounders received a bit...
SOUNDER AT HEART Mar 14, 2023

Concacaf says the four winners of 2021-24 CCL will qualify for 32-team 2025 Club World Cup

March 15 – The winners of the four editions of the Concacaf Champions League – from 2021 to 2024 – will be the confederation’s four qualifiers for...
INSIDE WORLD FOOTBALL Mar 14, 2023

Power Rankings: LAFC overtake Seattle Sounders after Matchday 3

What a week in MLS. St. Louis CITY SC came back to win, Nashville SC kept a clean sheet and Sporting Kansas City didn’t score despite attempting...
MLSSOCCER Mar 14, 2023

Sounders can’t land punch early, get knocked down late

Sam Greene/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORKSounders focus on taking advantage of opportunities. For the first time in the still-nascent stages of...
SOUNDER AT HEART Mar 14, 2023

It wasn’t a failure but road performances need to improve

Jeremy Miller / Sounders FC CommunicationsSounders need to clean up some little mistakes after losing first road game of the season. After two...
SOUNDER AT HEART Mar 13, 2023

What We Learned: Crew at Toronto FC

Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY SportsThe biggest takeaways from the Black & Gold’s draw at BMO Field. The Columbus Crew was back on the road for the third...
MASSIVE REPORT Mar 13, 2023

Major Link Soccer: St. Louis’s surprising start

Troy Wayrynen-USA TODAY SportsSt. Louis have really enjoyed life so far in MLS. Though the MLS season is young, St. Louis CITY SC is surprising...
SOUNDER AT HEART Mar 13, 2023

Sounders at Cincinnati: community player ratings form

Photo credit: Jeremy Miller/ Sonders FC CommunicationsRate your Sounders on their first dropped points of the season. The Seattle Sounders did...
SOUNDER AT HEART Mar 12, 2023

FC Cincinnati vs. Sounders: Highlights, stats and quotes

Sam Greene/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORKSounders fall 1-0 in first road test of season. After two impressive home performances, the Seattle...
SOUNDER AT HEART Mar 12, 2023

Road worriers: Sounders fail first away test

Aaron Doster-USA TODAY SportsSounders lose 1-0 to 10-man Cincinnati. The Seattle Sounders went on the road for the first time in the young MLS...
SOUNDER AT HEART Mar 12, 2023

FC Cincinnati notch statement win over Seattle Sounders: "We need more games like this"

Heads up, MLS: The Knifey Lions are ready for the spotlight.
MLSSOCCER Mar 12, 2023

FC Cincinnati vs. Sounders, live stream: Game time, TV schedule and lineups

Stephen Brashear-USA TODAY SportsAppleTV at 4:30 PM PT; watch with us. The Seattle Sounders will face their biggest test of the young season when...
SOUNDER AT HEART Mar 11, 2023

Watch LAFC vs New England Revolution online in the US: TV Channel and Live Streaming

LAFC will receive New England Revolution for the Matchday 3 of the 2023 MLS. Here, you can find out when, where, at what time, and how to watch or...
BOLAVIP US Mar 11, 2023

Your Saturday Kickoff: Why Seattle test could define FC Cincinnati’s season

Seattle Sounders dealt Héber injury blow Seattle Sounders FC head coach Brian Schmetzer confirmed Thursday that Héber will miss around 2-4 weeks...
MLSSOCCER Mar 11, 2023

Lion Links: 3/11/23

Nathan Ray Seebeck-USA TODAY SportsPedro Gallese makes CCL Best XI, MLS Match Day 3 previews, MLS NEXT Pro loses Rochester, and more. Welcome to...
THEMANELAND.COM Mar 11, 2023

Watch Real Salt Lake vs Austin FC online in the US: TV Channel and Live Streaming

Real Salt Lake will host Austin FC for the Matchday 3 of the 2023 MLS. Here, you can find out when, where, at what time, and how to watch or live...
BOLAVIP US Mar 10, 2023

Sounders are cultivating confidence

Jane Gershovich / Sounders FC CommunicationsTeam defense has helped to facilitate the Sounders’ flowing attack. The Seattle Sounders are absolutely...
SOUNDER AT HEART Mar 10, 2023

Sounders at FC Cincinnati: Three Questions

Jordan Morris has two goals against FCC.Seattle is rather unfamiliar with Cincy, having only faced them twice before. Sometimes I find myself...
SOUNDER AT HEART Mar 10, 2023

After two dominant showings at home, Sounders relish first road test

Jane Gershovich / Sounders FC CommunicationsSounders hope to maintain their level away from Lumen Field. TUKWILA — Through two games, no team in...
SOUNDER AT HEART Mar 10, 2023

Major Link Soccer: Fox official convicted

Photo by Chris Brunskill/Fantasista/Getty ImagesSix MLS matches are free on Apple TV this weekend, plus we’re watching the USL Championship start...
SOUNDER AT HEART Mar 10, 2023

Preview: FC Cincinnati vs Seattle Sounders

Stephen Brashear-USA TODAY SportsThe Sounders travel to Cincinnati for the first time ever in what could be a preview of the MLS Cup Final The...
SOUNDER AT HEART Mar 10, 2023

Seattle Sounders dealt Héber injury blow

Seattle Sounders FC have enjoyed a rip-roaring start to the 2023 MLS season, but now must continue without a key attacking piece.
MLSSOCCER Mar 10, 2023

MLS Week 3 Preview: FC Cincinnati hosts Sounders, Atlanta visits Charlotte FC, and more

There are three inter-conference showdowns in Week 3 of the Major League Soccer season, and the most intriguing will come from Cincinnati as two of...
SBI SOCCER Mar 10, 2023

New York City FC v Inter Miami: Neville´s side out to make it three wins from three

Inter Miami take on New York City FC at Yankee Stadium on Saturday aiming to become just the third side in MLS history – after LA Galaxy in 2010...
SOCCERNEWS.COM Mar 10, 2023

Dates sets for Sounders’ League Cup matches

Sounders will visit RSL on July 22, host Monterrey on July 30. The Seattle Sounders will open the 2023 Leagues Cup at Real Salt Lake on July 22 and...
SOUNDER AT HEART Mar 9, 2023

Realio’s Ratings: Seattle stays dominant

Kayla MehringAlex Roldan and Co. fend off RSL in comprehensive shutout. Seattle played their second straight match at Lumen Field, and again looked...
SOUNDER AT HEART Mar 9, 2023

Héber ruled out for FC Cincinnati match

Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY SportsSounders striker suffered a hamstring strain during training. TUKWILA — Héber suffered a left hamstring strain during...
SOUNDER AT HEART Mar 9, 2023

Héber’s hot start in Seattle underscores NYCFC’s urgent needs

Different kit, same smile. | Courtesy Seattle SoundersThe ex-NYCFC striker’s early-season goals have some second-guessing the decision to trade...
HUDSON RIVER BLUE Mar 9, 2023

Sounders want to be even sharper in front of goal

Kayla Mehring / Sounder at HeartDespite scoring six goals, the Sounders are well aware that they’ve left some chances on the field. TUKWILA —...
SOUNDER AT HEART Mar 8, 2023

Major Link Soccer: Chelsea overcome Dortmund to reach Champions League quarterfinal

Photo by James Gill - Danehouse/Getty ImagesSounders top MLS power rankings; don’t headbut referees. MLS / US men’s club soccer Home teams thrived,...
SOUNDER AT HEART Mar 8, 2023

Perfect starts: What MLS’s four 2-0 teams have gotten right

Even with would-be aristocrats like LAFC and the Seattle Sounders hogging the spotlight with chronic success, MLS remains strikingly egalitarian...
MLSSOCCER Mar 7, 2023

Inter Miami CF: Supporters' Shield contender or just a hot start?

Four teams in Major League Soccer have earned maximum points from the first two Matchdays: 1. Seattle Sounders FC: reigning Concacaf Champions...
MLSSOCCER Mar 7, 2023

MLS Matchweek 3 announcer assignments and schedule

Dale Zanine-USA TODAY SportsAtlanta United’s visit to Charlotte FC is just part of this week’s slate of matches. Atlanta United hit the road for...
DIRTY SOUTH SOCCER Mar 7, 2023

Power Rankings: Seattle Sounders seize top spot after Matchday 2

What a week in MLS. Home teams thrived, road teams struggled, and St. Louis CITY SC overpowered a recent expansion team. It was truly a week unlike...
MLSSOCCER Mar 7, 2023

‘Highlife Soccer’ is about more than sexy passing

Kayla Mehring / Sounder at HeartAttractive as the Sounders play has been, the engine of their success is dogged defending and an ability to extend...
SOUNDER AT HEART Mar 6, 2023

Craig Waibel is in no hurry to make a ‘signature’ signing

Corky Trewin/Sounders FC CommunicationsSounders GM sits down for an extensive interview. TUKWILA, Wash. — Craig Waibel took over as the Seattle...
SOUNDER AT HEART Mar 6, 2023

Nouhou signs extension through at least 2026

Max Aquino / Sounder at HeartSounders left back is coming off a standout performance at the World Cup and was due to enter an option year. Nouhou...
SOUNDER AT HEART Mar 6, 2023

Five things we liked from Sounders vs RSL

Kayla MehringJoão Paulo put in a monstrous shift, the defenders are good at passing, and much more! These are the days of our lives, friends. Drink...
SOUNDER AT HEART Mar 6, 2023

MLS in 2023 Concacaf Champions League: How to watch, what to know

Up through 2022, Concacaf Champions League was the tournament MLS fans loved to hate because bitter disappointment was an annual rite of...
MLSSOCCER Mar 6, 2023

Major Link Soccer: Stunning Sounders

Kayla MehringThe Seattle Sounders have dazzled and delighted through the first two weeks of the MLS season. The Seattle Sounders won a second...
SOUNDER AT HEART Mar 6, 2023

Is this the ‘best soccer’ Sounders have every played?

Kayla Mehring / Sounder at HeartBrian Schmetzer thinks that’s the kind of form his team is in. That the Seattle Sounders have tallied the full six...
SOUNDER AT HEART Mar 5, 2023

Sounders vs. RSL: community player ratings form

Kayla MehringAnother Western Conference foe, another clean sheet. While it may not have had the same fireworks as the MLS season opener, Seattle...
SOUNDER AT HEART Mar 5, 2023

Sounders vs. RSL: Highlights, stats and quotes

“That was some of the best soccer that the Seattle Sounders have played in a very long time.” - Brian Schmetzer The Seattle Sounders continued...
SOUNDER AT HEART Mar 5, 2023

Gaining momentum: Sounders dominate RSL

Kayla MehringThe Sounders are on a winning streak after a 2-0 win over RSL. SEATTLE — The Seattle Sounders hosted Real Salt Lake in their second...
SOUNDER AT HEART Mar 5, 2023

Seattle Sounders win reminded Brian Schmetzer of Oba-Dempsey days

SEATTLE – Seattle Sounders FC head coach Brian Schmetzer doesn't typically make opening statements before his postmatch press conferences.
MLSSOCCER Mar 5, 2023

Sounders vs. Real Salt Lake, live stream: Game time, TV schedule and lineups

Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY SportsAppleTV at 7:30 PM PT; watch with us. The Seattle Sounders come into Saturday’s match against Real Salt Lake flying...
SOUNDER AT HEART Mar 5, 2023

2023 Player Preview: Santiago Rodríguez

What color will Santi’s hair be this year? | Photograph by Katie Cahalin, courtesy NYCFC.comHe’s back as a Designated Player and now faces the...
HUDSON RIVER BLUE Mar 4, 2023

Watch Seattle Sounders vs Real Salt Lake online in the US: TV Channel and Live Streaming

Seattle Sounders take on Real Salt Lake at Lumen Field in Seattle for the 2023 MLS. Read here to check out when, where, and how to watch this game...
BOLAVIP US Mar 4, 2023

Forwards put on a finishing show at training

Jane Gershovich / Sounders FC CommunicationsHeber, Fredy Montero and Raúl Ruidíaz all look ready to go. SEATTLE — Matchday minus-1 — or the day...
SOUNDER AT HEART Mar 3, 2023

Sounders vs Real Salt Lake: Three Questions

Scott Caldwell is likely to get the starting nod in place of the suspended Jasper Löffelsend. | Photo by Chris Gardner/Getty ImagesRSL likes to...
SOUNDER AT HEART Mar 3, 2023

Preview: Seattle Sounders vs Real Salt Lake

Max Aquino / Sounder at HeartRevenge is on the menu. The Seattle Sounders got off to a fantastic start in the MLS season with their 4-0 win against...
SOUNDER AT HEART Mar 3, 2023

Sounder Strategy: Facing A tough opponent in Real Salt Lake

Anne-Marie Sorvin-USA TODAY SportsRSL has now bested Sounders in four straight meetings. Real Salt Lake has been a headache for the Seattle...
SOUNDER AT HEART Mar 2, 2023

Realio’s Ratings: Sounders start as they mean to continue

Max Aquino / Sounder at HeartSounders start as they mean to continue. Seattle had a different look pre-season this year and they came out of the...
SOUNDER AT HEART Mar 2, 2023

Raúl Ruidíaz expected to be available against Real Salt Lake

Photo by Marcio Machado/Eurasia Sport Images/Getty ImagesAlthough the striker has not yet fully resumed training, Brian Schmetzer said he expected...
SOUNDER AT HEART Mar 1, 2023

Understanding Sounders’ new ticket return system

It’s a bit of a chore to navigate all the variables, so we gave it a shot. In 2022, the Sounders implemented a brand new Return Ticket Program for...
SOUNDER AT HEART Mar 1, 2023

Tacoma Defiance add Portuguese attacker

Sounders FC DigitalBraudilio Rodrigues joins Defiance after putting up rather ridiculous numbers in NCAA DII. Tacoma Defiance announced the signing...
SOUNDER AT HEART Mar 1, 2023

Sounders rev past Rapids

Max Aquino / Sounder at HeartCruising ... on a Sunday afternoon. SEATTLE — The Seattle Sounders made it a point of emphasis prior to Sunday’s match...
SOUNDER AT HEART Feb 28, 2023

MLS Matchweek 2 announcer assignments and schedule

Photo by Rich von Biberstein/Icon Sportswire via Getty ImagesAlong with Atlanta United vs. Toronto FC at the Benz, St. Louis CITY SC play its first...
DIRTY SOUTH SOCCER Feb 28, 2023

Sounders vs. Rapids: community player ratings form

Max Aquino / Sounder at HeartRate your Sounders on a barnburner of an opener. Unfortunately for the Colorado Rapids, it appeared as though the...
SOUNDER AT HEART Feb 28, 2023

Are the Sounders trying to trade Xavier Arreaga?

Max Aquino / Sounder at HeartMLSsoccer.com’s Matt Doyle says the centerback is being shopped around league. One of the possibly under-discussed...
SOUNDER AT HEART Feb 28, 2023

Pelé's connection to Portland soccer

That time "O Rei" won a title playing against the Seattle Sounders at Civic Stadium (now Providence Park)...
PORTLAND TIMBERS (OFFICIAL SITE Feb 28, 2023

Jordan Morris looks ready to explode

Max Aquino / Sounder at HeartAfter an up-and-down 2022, Morris’s opened the 2023 campaign with one of his best-ever performances. SEATTLE — When a...
SOUNDER AT HEART Feb 27, 2023

Five things we liked from Sounders 4-0 win over the Rapids

Nouhou was a handful on Sunday night. | Max Aquino / Sounder at HeartGoals galore on Sunday means the vibes are great. There’s no better way to...
SOUNDER AT HEART Feb 27, 2023

Sounders vs. Rapids: Highlights, stats and quotes

Kirby Lee-USA TODAY SportsSounders open season with resounding 4-0 win. The Seattle Sounders continued their historic domination of the Colorado...
SOUNDER AT HEART Feb 27, 2023

A fresh start: Sounders run rampant in opener

Max Aquino/ Sounder at HeartSounders beat Colorado 4-0 in their MLS home opener. SEATTLE — The Seattle Sounders kicked off their 2023 MLS campaign...
SOUNDER AT HEART Feb 27, 2023

Seattle Sounders put Club World Cup disappointment behind in Colorado Rapids rout

There were plenty of questions circling Seattle Sounders FC entering the 2023 MLS regular season opener Sunday at Lumen Field.
MLSSOCCER Feb 27, 2023

Colorado Rapids struggle on road in season opener against Seattle Sounders, lose 4-0

The Rapids were aggressive in the first 15 minutes of the game, particularly in midfield, however, Seattle opened the scoring in the 25th minute as...
DENVER POST Feb 27, 2023

Sounders vs. Rapids, live stream: Game time, TV schedule and lineups

Max Aquino / Sounder at HeartAppleTV/FS1 at 5:25 PM PT; watch with us. The Seattle Sounders kick off their 15th MLS season against an opponent...
SOUNDER AT HEART Feb 26, 2023

Project Refresh: Sounders altered their physical and mental space during offseason

Jane Gershovich / Sounders FC CommunicationsComing off a disappointing season, Sounders are committed to not being complacent. SEATTLE — When the...
SOUNDER AT HEART Feb 26, 2023

Sounders resolve to start fast, defend Lumen

Photo by Jeff Halstead/Icon Sportswire via Getty ImagesPoor home results have hampered Sounders each of past two seasons. SEATTLE — It’s unclear if...
SOUNDER AT HEART Feb 26, 2023

Watch Seattle Sounders vs Colorado Rapids online in the US: TV Channel and Live Streaming

Seattle Sounders will face Colorado Rapids for the Matchday 1 of the 2023 MLS. Here, you can find out when, where, at what time, and how to watch...
BOLAVIP US Feb 25, 2023

Preview: Seattle Sounders vs Colorado Rapids

Max Aquino / Sounder at HeartThe 2023 MLS Regular Season is upon us Ah, the fresh smell of a new MLS season. Nothing quite like it. The...
SOUNDER AT HEART Feb 25, 2023

Predicted XI: Philadelphia Union

A look at how the Crew might line up in the season opener at Philadelphia. Well Columbus Crew fans, here we are. After an offseason of change and...
MASSIVE REPORT Feb 25, 2023

Five players who can lift the Sounders back to their previous heights

Héber is now in Rave Green, ready to compete for trophies. | David Kirouac-USA TODAY SportsIt’s a new season, with plenty of reason for optimism....
SOUNDER AT HEART Feb 25, 2023

How to Watch: Crew vs Philadelphia Union

Photo by Jason Mowry/Icon Sportswire via Getty ImagesThe Black & Gold begin their 2023 MLS campaign on the road The 2023 Major League Soccer season...
MASSIVE REPORT Feb 25, 2023

Rapids Fire: Five questions ahead of Colorado season opener at Seattle Sounders

With expanded playoffs, Rapids look to cut down inconsistencies with new-look team
DENVER POST Feb 25, 2023

Sounders vs Colorado Rapids: Four Questions

One way to stop Albert Rusnak is to surround him. | Max Aquino / Sounder at HeartOn Sunday night (5:30 PM PT, FS1/Fox Deportes/MLS Season Pass on...
SOUNDER AT HEART Feb 24, 2023

Former Sounder Danny Jackson will lead radio coverage

Photo courtesy of Sounders FCSounders unveil new broadcast plans to supplement MLS Season Pass. With AppleTV effectively taking over the core...
SOUNDER AT HEART Feb 23, 2023

Sounders itching to play real matches again

Kayla MehringRaúl Ruidíaz is questionable for Sunday’s season opener. TUKWILA — As the second phase of preseason nears its end, the Seattle...
SOUNDER AT HEART Feb 22, 2023

Everything a Sounders fan needs to know heading into 2023

Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY SportsSome fundamental things have changed — like the playoff format — while others have remained the same — like the...
SOUNDER AT HEART Feb 22, 2023

Ballard FC sells out season tickets in about an hour

Photo courtesy of Ballard FCThe Bridges appear poised to build on an impressive debut season. Coming off an impressive debut season in which they...
SOUNDER AT HEART Feb 21, 2023

Major Link Soccer: The final countdown for MLS season ‘23

Jonathan Klinsman watches a shot go past him, hoping his defense can prevent the goal — just as his leadership hopes that the fans will show up. |...
SOUNDER AT HEART Feb 20, 2023

Major Link Soccer:

The Seattle Sounders wrapped up preseason with a game and a half against USL Championship side Louisville City. In the NWSL teams are having to...
SOUNDER AT HEART Feb 20, 2023

Ray Serrano finding joy with Louisville City

Ray Serrano rushes past Nouhou | Jane Gershovich / Sounders FC CommunicationsAfter making the USL Championship final last year, Serrano is...
SOUNDER AT HEART Feb 19, 2023

Sounders close out preseason with strong performances

Courtesy of Sounders FCOnly negative from final day of preseason games was Raúl Ruidíaz missing due to a hamstring injury. TUKWILA — The Seattle...
SOUNDER AT HEART Feb 18, 2023

Ranking every new MLS kit from best to worst

soundersfc.comPerhaps the strongest class of kit releases we’ve ever seen in MLS. Kit release season has come and gone in MLS ahead of the 2023...
DIRTY SOUTH SOCCER Feb 18, 2023
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