The Seattle Sounders kicked off the MLS playoffs in style on Sunday, October 20th, with a decisive 3-0 victory over FC Dallas. It was a dominant performance from the Sounders, who controlled the game from start to finish.
The Sounders opened the scoring in the 15th minute when midfielder Cristian Roldan fired a shot into the top corner of the net. The goal was the first of the season for Roldan and set the tone for the rest of the match.
Seattle continued to dominate possession and create chances throughout the first half, but were unable to find a second goal before the break. However, just three minutes into the second half, forward Jordan Morris doubled Seattle’s lead with a powerful strike from outside the box.
FC Dallas tried to get back into the game but were unable to break down Seattle’s defense. In the 82nd minute, Morris sealed the victory with his second goal of the game, a powerful header from a corner kick.
The victory was a huge boost for the Sounders, who are now in a strong position to advance to the next round of the playoffs. Seattle will now face off against Real Salt Lake in the Western Conference Semifinals, with the first leg taking place on October 27th.
Overall, it was a great performance from the Sounders and a great way to start their playoff campaign. With their strong defense and attacking prowess, Seattle will be looking to make a deep run in this year’s MLS playoffs.