On Sunday, August 18th, the Seattle Sounders FC and Atlanta United FC faced off in a thrilling match at CenturyLink Field. The Sounders were looking to extend their lead in the Western Conference, while Atlanta was hoping to make a statement in their first visit to Seattle.
The match started off with a bang, as Seattle’s Raúl Ruidíaz opened the scoring in the 11th minute. Atlanta responded quickly, with Emerson Hyndman equalizing in the 15th minute. The Sounders then took the lead again in the 27th minute, with a goal from Cristian Roldan.
The second half saw both teams pushing for a winner, but neither side was able to find the back of the net. The match ended 2-1 in favor of the Sounders, who extended their lead in the Western Conference.
The match was an exciting one, with both teams playing some great football. Seattle’s defense was able to keep Atlanta’s attack at bay for most of the match, while Atlanta’s midfielders were able to create several chances.
The match was also a great spectacle for the fans in attendance, with both sides receiving loud cheers from the crowd. The atmosphere in the stadium was electric, and it was clear that both teams had passionate supporters.
Overall, it was a great match between two talented teams. Seattle’s victory was well deserved, and they will now look to continue their strong form as they look to secure a playoff spot. Atlanta will be disappointed with the result, but they can take solace in the fact that they put up a good fight against a strong opponent.
Check out some of the best photos from the match below!
