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Seattle Sounders earned a 1-0 road victory at San Jose, with Paul Rothrock scoring in the 20th minute and Andrew Thomas making seven saves to seal the win as Seattle weathered a 25-shot onslaught. A late second by Cody Baker was ruled offside on review, while Antino Lopez produced a pivotal goal-line clearance to preserve the shutout and help Seattle head into their Vancouver rematch on a high note.
Chelsea’s defensive frailties and a costly goalkeeping error from Filip Jørgensen helped Paris Saint-Germain to a 5-2 win in Paris, turning the Champions League last-16 tie in PSG’s favor ahead of the return leg at Stamford Bridge; the episode included Jørgensen’s miscue after a bright spell, with Kvaratskhelia scoring twice and Vitinha finishing off the move that broke the deadlock.
Stefan Frei delivered an exceptional performance in the Seattle Sounders' 2-1 AET victory over LAFC in the Western Conference semifinals, making nine crucial saves and preventing 2.17 potential goals according to Opta's metrics. Despite not securing a playoff shutout, Frei's efforts were pivotal, with several spectacular saves, including a reflex stop in stoppage time and a kick save in extra time. Sounders coach Brian Schmetzer praised Frei as the best shot-stopper in the league, highlighting his consistent excellence in goal.
Nottingham Forest has signed goalkeeper Matt Turner from Arsenal for £10 million ($12.7 million) to strengthen their goalkeeping options. Turner, who made the move to Forest to secure regular playing time and enhance his chances of becoming the No. 1 goalkeeper for the USMNT, brings athleticism, shot-stopping ability, and improved ball-playing skills to the team. Forest is also pursuing the return of Dean Henderson from Manchester United to create healthy competition for the starting spot. The signing of Turner and potential addition of Henderson would provide Forest with two high-quality goalkeepers and increase their chances of success in the Premier League.
Chicago goalkeeper Spencer Richey's error led to Columbus' Lucas Zelarayan scoring a goal, but the blame should be shared with the midfield for turning over the ball and not pressuring Zelarayan.