The second half of the 2024 MLS season is underway, and the Seattle Sounders FC are looking to close things out on a high note. If you’re a fan – new or old – and you’re ready to cheer Seattle on and catch all the thrilling action live, check out this 2024 Seattle Sounders FC schedule, so you don’t miss a single PK, breakaway or game-winning shot.
Seattle Sounders FC Quick Facts
Founding Season: 2009
Head Coach: Brian Schmetzer
Club Owners: Adrian Hanauer
Conference: Western
Home Field: Lumen Field
Championships: 2 (2016, 2019)
2023 Finish: Eliminated in the quarterfinals
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Seattle Sounders FC Schedule 2024
Now that you know where to watch Seattle Sounders FC matches, check out the 2024 Seattle Sounders FC schedule by clicking the link below to get all the watch information you need, from match times, channels, opponents and more!
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How Did Seattle Sounders FC Perform in 2023?
The Seattle Sounders FC finished the 2023 season with 53 points from 14 wins, 11 draws, and 9 losses. They scored 41 goals while conceding 32, achieving a positive goal difference of 9. They exhibited a balanced and effective team performance that saw them reach the quarterfinals in the playoffs.
The Sounders showed considerable tactical discipline and the ability to secure points in critical matches, which played a crucial role in their strong league position.
In 2024, the Seattle Sounders have built on their successes by further strengthening their squad and refining their playing style to maintain their competitive edge and pursue deeper playoff runs.
How to Watch Seattle Sounders FC Games on DIRECTV
Calling all Seattle Sounders FC fans! You really don’t want to miss a moment of the rest of the 2024 season. And we’ll give you the information you need to be able to do that right here.
While a select number of MLS matches will be available to watch on your local FOX channel or FOX Deportes, you’ll need Apple TV’s MLS Season Pass to catch every single MLS match with no blackouts. At this point in the season, fans can subscribe for 50% off, or $49 for the remainder of the season.
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Top Seattle Sounders FC Players to Watch
The Seattle Sounders FC is hanging out near the top of the Western Conference standings, and that’s in no small part due to its roster of stellar soccer talent. A few of the well-known players on the Seattle squad include:
- Raúl Ruidíaz
- Position: Forward
- Strengths: Goal scoring (8 goals), involvement in attacks (71 shots, 28 on target), and experience. Ruidíaz is a crucial attacking player, consistently finding the back of the net and creating scoring opportunities.
- Jordan Morris
- Position: Forward
- Strengths: Goal scoring (10 goals), strong presence in attack (44 shots, 21 on target), and versatility. Morris is a key forward who balances goal-scoring with assisting in attacking plays.
- Albert Rusnák
- Position: Midfielder
- Strengths: Playmaking (12 assists), goal scoring (5 goals), and high involvement in the midfield (40 shots). Rusnák is the creative engine of the team, providing crucial assists and scoring goals himself.
- Cristian Roldan
- Position: Midfielder
- Strengths: Defensive and offensive contributions (2 assists, 21 shots), work rate (40 fouls suffered), and versatility. Roldan is a consistent performer, contributing both defensively and offensively.
- Nouhou Tolo
- Position: Defender
- Strengths: Defensive solidity (27 fouls suffered, 7 yellow cards), physical presence, and work rate. Nouhou is a key defender who ensures the team’s backline remains strong, while also contributing to build-up play.
Seattle Sounders FC Rivalries
The Seattle Sounders FC operates in close proximity to multiple other MLS clubs in the Northeast and Canada, and as such have developed their fair share of regional rivalries. Here are a few of the most prevalent today, with information on when to watch the two teams compete next:
Seattle Sounders FC vs Portland Timbers
A proximity rivalry with their neighbors just a state over, the Seattle Sounders FC vs Portland Timbers rivalry is one third of the three-way “Cascadia Cup” rivalry, and it’s an old feud. This one got its start in the 1970s, when both of the franchises were in the North American Soccer League. Now, they, along with the Vancouver Whitecaps, vie for the Cascadia Cup, awarded to the best soccer team in the Pacific Northwest each year.
Seattle Sounders FC vs Vancouver Whitecaps
Another Pacific Northwest rivalry that crosses national borders instead of state lines, the Sounders also have a fierce rivalry with the other team in the Cascadia Cup, the Vancouver Whitecaps FC.
For the remainder of the 2024 regular season, Seattle Sounders FC will face off against the Portland Timbers on August 31 at 10:30 p.m. ET and they’ll play the Whitecaps on Oct. 2, 2024, at 10:30 p.m. ET.
Who has won the most Cascadia Cups?
So, which Pacific Northwest MLS team has the most Cascadia Cup wins under their belt? The Sounders and the Whitecaps each have seven Cascadia Cups, while the Timbers trail them with five wins. The Whitecaps are the current cup-holders.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the head coach of the Seattle Sounders FC?
Brian Schmetzer is the current head coach of the Seattle Sounders FC.
How many MLS Cup championships have the Seattle Sounders won?
The Seattle Sounders have won two MLS Cup titles, in 2016 (their first year of play) and 2019.
When did the Seattle Sounders FC join the MLS?
The Seattle Sounders joined the MLS in 2016.
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