The Seattle Sounders and FC Dallas will face off in a highly anticipated matchup this Saturday. This match will be the first time the two teams have met since the Sounders won the MLS Cup last season. Both teams have had strong starts to the season, with FC Dallas currently sitting in first place in the Western Conference and the Sounders in third.
The Sounders have been led by their star forward, Jordan Morris, who has scored five goals in the team’s first seven matches. Morris has been a key part of the team’s success, and will be looking to continue his impressive form against FC Dallas. The Sounders will also be looking to their midfielders, Cristian Roldan and Nico Lodeiro, to provide the necessary creativity and energy to unlock the Dallas defense.
FC Dallas have also had a strong start to the season, with their attack led by forward Franco Jara. Jara has already scored four goals in seven matches, and will be looking to add to his tally against the Sounders. The team also has a strong midfield, with players like Bryan Acosta and Jesus Ferreira providing creativity and energy.
Both teams have strong defenses, with Seattle boasting a backline of Kelvin Leerdam, Yeimar Gomez, Xavier Arreaga, and Joevin Jones. FC Dallas also has a strong defensive unit, with players like Reto Ziegler, Matt Hedges, Ryan Hollingshead, and Reggie Cannon.
Saturday’s match promises to be an exciting one, with both teams looking to continue their strong starts to the season. The Sounders will be looking to use their attacking prowess to break down the Dallas defense, while FC Dallas will be looking to use their midfield creativity and energy to create chances for Jara and company. It should be an entertaining match, and one that could decide who takes top spot in the Western Conference.
