Head Coach Brian Schmetzer has finalized the starting eleven for today’s match at Energizer Park against St. Louis CITY SC, kicking off at 5:30 p.m. PT. The Sounders will feature Jesús Ferreira in a left wing position, highlighting a strategic adjustment ahead of the crucial 2026 season encounter. The game will be broadcast on Apple TV, iHeartMedia Seattle, and El Rey 1360AM.
Player and Team Milestones Highlight Sounders’ Campaign
Cristian Roldan recently scored a milestone 44th goal in all competitions since 2015, placing him sixth in club history for goals scored. Meanwhile, Albert Rusnák has accumulated 39 assists since joining in 2022, ranking fourth all-time for the club. Additionally, Roldan is approaching 400 appearances in all competitions for the Sounders, currently standing at 394, with the record held by Stefan Frei at 422.
Sounders’ Strong Record Against St. Louis
Since St. Louis CITY SC’s entry into MLS in 2023, Seattle has dominated their regular season meetings with a commanding 5-1-0 record. This success against a Western Conference adversary underscores the Sounders’ consistency as they prepare to face the Midwestern side once again.
Upcoming Match’s Importance for 2026 Season
The deployment of Jesús Ferreira on the left wing represents a tactical move aimed at strengthening the Sounders’ offensive options as they look forward to significant fixtures in the 2026 season. Maintaining their winning form against St. Louis CITY SC will be key as Seattle builds momentum towards future competitions.
“Cristian Roldan is also sitting at 394 all-competition appearances for the Rave Green, looking to become just the second player in club history to reach 400 all-competition appearances (Stefan Frei, 422).” ?Brian Schmetzer, Head Coach
