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Seattle Sounders fell 2-0 to Tigres UANL in Mexico in the Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinals, failing to convert key chances and suffering a deflected corner that produced an own-goal; with eight straight away games behind them, Seattle must mount a comeback in the April 15 return at Lumen Field, aided by lineup tweaks and a rare start for 19-year-old Snyder Brunell.
The Seattle Sounders travel to Monterrey to face Tigres UANL in the first leg of the Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinals at 6 PM PT on FS2 and TUDN. Seattle is riding a six-game unbeaten streak and hopes to grab a solid result away from home, while Tigres come in with mixed form but a strong home track record against non-Liga MX teams. Stefan Frei is expected to start in goal for Seattle, who are missing several players (Sailor, Kim Kee-hee, Pedro de la Vega, Nikola Petković, Yeimar Gomez‑Andrade, Stuart Hawkins) with Tigres listing Marco Farfan as questionable. Return leg is next Wednesday at Lumen Field. Broadcast details include English and Spanish streams and local radio options.
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.
The Seattle Sounders opened the 2026 MLS season with a 2-0 win over the Colorado Rapids, with Paul Rothrock assisting Albert Rusnák’s opener and then scoring the second; Jordan Morris left early with a thigh injury, the first half featured lengthy stoppages and reviews including a red-card incident that was downgraded to a yellow, and Rothrock’s all-around performance helped Seattle seize the win as they head to Real Salt Lake next weekend.
Twenty-year-old Obed Vargas completed a transfer from the Seattle Sounders to Atlético Madrid just before the window closed, for about $3 million plus incentives with a 25% sell-on. He will join Atlético's first team, marking a high-profile MLS-to-Europe move that reflects his ambition and could boost his World Cup prospects with Mexico.
Seattle Sounders' Obed Vargas is in Madrid amid reports Atlético Madrid will sign him, likely on loan for the remainder of the 2025-26 season under a contract through 2030; transfer fees remain unclear, with Sounders reportedly seeking a sell-on, and potential La Liga loan destinations including Celta Vigo, Elche, Getafe, and Mallorca as the window nears its close.
Seattle Sounders FC signed defender Ryan Sailor from Inter Miami CF, where he contributed to three title wins, and he is under contract through 2026 with an option through 2027, adding depth to their defense.
The Seattle Sounders' season ended in a dramatic shootout loss to Minnesota United after a 3-3 draw in regulation, with key moments including early goals, a red card for Minnesota, and a series of missed opportunities and saves in the shootout, highlighting the team's struggles to close out games and potential offseason changes.
Minnesota United advanced in the MLS playoffs after a dramatic 3-3 draw and a 7-6 penalty shootout victory over Seattle Sounders, despite playing with 10 men and conceding early goals, highlighted by goalkeeper Dayne St. Clair scoring the winning penalty and making a crucial save.
Seattle Sounders broke Minnesota United's mystique in a crucial playoff game by scoring early and controlling the match, overcoming their previous struggles against the Loons, and setting up a decisive Game 3.
The article reviews the key moments and implications of Game 2 in the MLS Cup Playoffs, highlighting the intense matches involving San Diego FC, Portland Timbers, FC Dallas, Vancouver Whitecaps, Austin FC, LAFC, and Seattle Sounders, with insights into team performances, injuries, tactical adjustments, and what to expect in the upcoming decisive Game 3s.
Obed Vargas, a talented young midfielder from Anchorage, Alaska, has risen rapidly through the ranks of soccer, making his MLS debut at 15, becoming an MLS All-Star, and earning a spot in Mexico's national team plans, with potential to play in the 2026 World Cup and move to Europe.
The Seattle Sounders dominated the Leagues Cup Final with a 3-0 victory over Inter Miami, showcasing tactical discipline, cohesive team play, and standout performances from players like Alex Roldan and Andrew Thomas, earning their first trophy and demonstrating regional supremacy.
The Leagues Cup disciplinary committee announced suspensions for players involved in a postgame fight, including Luis Suarez with six games and others with fewer, with potential further league punishments pending appeals, likely affecting upcoming matches.
Pedro de la Vega, who was named Player of the Tournament at Leagues Cup, was reportedly 'blackballed' from the Argentina national team by Leo Messi, possibly due to his aggressive playing style that challenged Messi during the final.