ALEX ROLDAN NEWS

Provides assist for match winner Roldan provided an assist, put in four crosses (two accurate) and made four tackles (won three) during Saturday's 3-2 win over Los Angeles Galaxy.

Impact Roldan whipped in a free kick that Xavier Arreaga met with a header in the 72nd minute, which gave Seattle the win and their first points of the season. Roldan has started all three MLS matches so far and will continue to be relied upon in Sunday's match against Austin FC.

MARCH 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Arreaga's goal sends Sounders past Galaxy 3-2

Xavier Arreaga scored the deciding goal on a header in the 72nd minute, sending the Seattle Sounders past the LA Galaxy 3-2 in MLS action

MARCH 12, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Re-signs with Seattle Roldan has signed a three-year contract with the Sounders with the option to extend for an additional year, the club announced Friday.

Impact Roldan had a breakout season with Seattle in 2021, tallying a goal and three assists in 30 MLS appearances (26 starts) at right back/right midfield, and he also debuted with the El Salvador National Team and has earned 12 caps already. The 25-year-old is now a bona fide starter for the Sounders heading into 2022.

JANUARY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Alex Roldan re-signs with Seattle Sounders through 2024 MLS season ' MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Re-signed Seattle Sounders FC have re-signed defender Alex Roldan through the 2024 MLS season with an option for 20...

JANUARY 21, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Pérez not on El Salvador roster for World Cup qualifier

Former American forward Joshua Pérez was not on the roster of the El Salvador team coached by his uncle, Hugo Pérez

JANUARY 20, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Subs on in playoff loss Roldan subbed into last week's Round One match against Real Salt Lake in the 83rd minute and he won one of two tackles in the 0-0 (6-5 after penalties) defeat.

Impact Seattle crashed out of the playoffs in disappointing fashion against Salt Lake, but Roldan had a breakout season in 2021, keeping seven clean sheets and tallying one goal and three assists in 30 MLS appearances (26 starts) at right back/right midfield. The 25-year-old will enter 2022 with a reinvigorated career both with his club and his national team in El Salvador.

NOVEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Real Salt Lake eliminates Sounders in penalty shootout

Justen Glad scored the deciding goal in the sixth round of a penalty shootout, and Real Salt Lake beat Seattle 6-5 in the tiebreaker after a scoreless game to eliminate the Sounder...

NOVEMBER 24, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Called up to national team Roldan has been called up to the El Salvador National Team for upcoming World Cup qualifiers set to take place on Oct. 7, 10 and 13.

Impact Roldan has started three of the Sounders' five MLS matches since the September window, but he will now miss next weekend's clash against Vancouver while he's with the national team again. He could return to Seattle in time for the Houston game on Oct. 16.

OCTOBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Called up to national team Roldan has been called up to the El Salvadorian National Team for upcoming World Cup qualifiers set to take place on Sept. 2, 5 and 8.

Impact Roldan will likely join up with the national team after Sunday's MLS match against Portland. He may return to Seattle in time for the game against Minnesota United on Sept. 11.

AUGUST 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Seattle, El Salvador rising star Alex Roldan seizes spotlight: "My wings spread a little bit" ' MLSSoccer.com LOS ANGELES – One of the darling stories of this summer’s Gold Cup was El Salvador’s rise under head coach Hugo Perez, a run that culminated...

AUGUST 25, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM

It's an All-Star homecoming for Seattle Sounders' sibling duo Cristian and Alex Roldan  ' MLSSoccer.com LOS ANGELES — It’s a homecoming for the Broldans. Seattle Sounders All-Star duo Cristian and Alex Roldan are back in their hometown of Los A...

AUGUST 24, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM

LA Story: Vela, Chicharito highlight MLS All-Star roster

Mexican stars Carlos Vela and Chicharito Hernandez, Gold Cup goalkeeping standout Matt Turner and 17-year-old Cade Cowell are among the 28 players on the Major League Soccer All-St...

AUGUST 4, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Starting vs. San Jose Roldan is back from international duty, and starting Saturday vs. San Jose.

Impact Roldan returned from international duty and is straight back into the starting XI. He won't be lacking for match sharpness, but he will have to get re-adjusted to his teammates. Roldan should be able to get forward against a weak San Jose side.

JULY 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

San Jose takes on Seattle after 4 straight draws

San Jose plays Seattle after playing to a draw in four straight games

JULY 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sounders' Alex Roldan back from first international stint, but starting status against San Jose unclear Despite earning the starting right wingback position to open the season, Alex Roldan isn’t a given to start Saturday against San Jose at Lum...

JULY 28, 2021 • SEATTLETIMES.COM

Seattle Sounders and Sporting Kansas City take the field

The Seattle Sounders and Sporting Kansas City take the pitch

JULY 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Seattle Sounders and Austin FC take the field

Austin FC and the Seattle Sounders hit the field

JULY 20, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Lod, Minnesota United snap Sounders' 13-game unbeaten streak

Robin Lod scored a late goal and Minnesota United beat Seattle 1-0 to end the Sounders’ MLS-record 13-game unbeaten streak to open a season

JULY 18, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Assists vs. Houston Roldan provided one assist on three chances created during Wednesday's 2-0 win over Houston.

Impact Roldan grabbed his third assist of the season during yet another strong performance to continue his run of good form. The midfielder started the season off extremely well before falling off slightly, but he seems to be back at his best. Roldan will look to keep this going Sunday, against Minnesota United.

JULY 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Set for international duty Roldan will play in Wednesday's match against Houston and then head out on international duty for El Salvador for the Gold Cup.

Impact Unlike a lot of players, Roldan is staying an extra few days to help Seattle. He's started every match this season, all of them on the right flank where he recently scored. The Sounders could have trouble finding a replacement on the wing, though Kellyn Rowe and Danny Leyva are most likely to see more time.

JULY 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sounders match MLS record for unbeaten start, tying Rapids

Alex Roldan scored his first MLS goal and the Seattle Sounders matched the league record for games without a loss to open a season at 12, tying the Colorado Rapids 1-1 on Sunday ni...

JULY 5, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sounders unbeaten streak at 11 after 2-2 draw with Whitecaps

Jimmy Medranda scored his first goal in three years midway through the second half, and the Seattle Sounders extended their unbeaten streak to 11 matches with a 2-2 draw against th...

JUNE 27, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Puts in eight crosses during win Roldan put in eight crosses (one accurate), created one scoring chance and made three tackles during Wednesday's 2-1 win over Real Salt Lake.

Impact Roldan matched his season high for crosses as Seattle cruised to their 10th straight match unbeaten. He's been a major part of their defensive set up, which has been one of the best in MLS. Expect the right wing-back to return to the lineup against Vancouver on Saturday.

JUNE 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Seattle Sounders' Alex Roldan reportedly called up by El Salvador | MLSSoccer.com Alex Roldan’s strong year with the Seattle Sounders has reportedly produced a call-up to El Salvador’s national team, with Fanaticos citing...

JUNE 17, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM

How Alex Roldan finally caught up to his big brother Cristian in Seattle | MLSSoccer.com Alex Roldan is accustomed to his older brother, Cristian Roldan, getting top billing. In retrospect, you might say fate earmarked Cristian,...

MAY 21, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM