Seattle Team News Page 22 - Soccer

Albert Rusnak - Training fully Rusnak (ankle) was seen training fully with the team ahead of Saturday's match versus the Rapids, per Niko Moreno of MLS Espanol.

Impact Rusnak is making a huge step in his recovery as he returned to full training following his ankle injury. As long as he has been training with no pain, the midfielder will get the call for the clash with the Rapids. In any case, Joshua Atencio and Obed Vargas will get the call to start in the midfield until Rusnak is back to full form.

MARCH 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Union and Sounders postponed due to soggy field The Philadelphia Union and Seattle Sounders game was postponed

MARCH 10, 2024 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Union's match vs. Sounders postponed due to weather Saturday night’s match between the Philadelphia Union and Seattle Sounders in Chester, Pa., has been postponed due to inclement weather.A ne...

MARCH 10, 2024 • SACBEE.COM

Union's match vs. Sounders postponed due to weather Saturday night’s match between the Philadelphia Union and Seattle Sounders in Chester, Pa., has been postponed due to inclement weather.A ne...

MARCH 10, 2024 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

Unbeaten Union host short-handed Sounders The Philadelphia Union will look to extend their unbeaten streak to three in a row to open the season when they host the Seattle Sounders on...

MARCH 9, 2024 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

Nathan - Out due to green card Nathan is out for Saturday's trip to Philadelphia, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Nathan is out of the country while he receives his green card, and will not be an option Saturday. With Nathan on the sideline for a second match in a row it should be Yeimer or Jackson Ragen who fills into the starting XI in his absence.

MARCH 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Philadelphia Union face the Seattle Sounders in non-conference play

The Philadelphia Union host the Seattle Sounders in non-conference play

MARCH 8, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Stefan Frei - Ruled out once more Frei (hamstring) is out for Saturday's trip to Philadelphia, Jeremiah Oshan of Sounder at Heart reports.

Impact Frei is set to miss the third match of the MLS season as he deals with a hamstring issue. Andrew Thomas will be back between the posts once more as Frei builds his way back into team training. Frei's next chance to return is a March 16 match against the Rapids.

MARCH 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Albert Rusnak - Out against Union Rusnak (ankle) is out for Saturday's trip to Philadelphia, Jeremiah Oshan of Sounder at Heart reports.

Impact Rusnak won't be an option for Saturday's clash as he continues to struggle with an ankle issue. The attacking midfielder did progress into individual training earlier in the week so a return for a March 16 match with Colorado could be on the cards.

MARCH 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Joao Paulo - Not available Paulo (hip) is out for Saturday's trip to Philadelphia, Jeremiah Oshan of Sounder at Heart reports.

Impact Paulo isn't an option for Saturday's match as he deals with a hip injury, though he did return to training. Obed Vargas will be in line for another start with Paulo on the sideline. Paulo's next chance to return is a March 16 clash with Colorado.

MARCH 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Seattle Sounders star Pedro de la Vega out with hamstring injury | MLSSoccer.com Seattle Sounders FC winger Pedro de la Vega is out 6-8 weeks with a right hamstring injury, head coach Brian Schemtzer confirmed at Tuesday'...

MARCH 5, 2024 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Pedro De la Vega - Out two months De la Vega (hamstring) is expected to miss six-to-eight weeks, manager Brian Schmetzer told reporters.

Impact De la Vega's first start in Seattle went about as badly as possible as a serious hamstring injury forced him off in the second half. The attacking midfielder will now spend almost two months on the sideline with the injury. De la Vega isn't the easiest player to replace after making a big money move to Seattle, but the return of Raul Ruidiaz should be a nice option in the attack.

MARCH 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Stefan Frei - Remains limited in training Frei (hamstring) continues limited training ahead of Saturday's trip to Philadelphia, per Jeremiah Oshan of Sounder at Heart.

Impact Frei is still not fully back to training, which will leave him as a heavy doubt for Saturday. If he misses another match, then Andrew Thomas will continue to get the call to start after allowing two goals with a clean sheet in five saves in two games.

MARCH 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Yeimar Gomez Andrade - Fully training Gomez (rest) was fully training with the team Tuesday ahead of Saturday's trip to Philadelphia, reports Jeremiah Oshan of the Sounder at Heart.

Impact Gomez is expected to be good to go after dealing with lack of fitness to open up the season. He will likely compete for a spot in the starting XI with Nathan and Jackson Ragen after making 36 starts in 37 appearances in 2023.

MARCH 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Joao Paulo - Training fully Paulo (hip) took part in full training Tuesday, Jeremiah Oshan of Sounder at Heart reports.

Impact Paulo returned to full team training during Tuesday's session and seems set to make his return for Saturday's clash with Philadelphia. When Paulo is fully fit he should be the top choice in holding midfield, ahead of Obed Vargas in the starting XI.

MARCH 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Albert Rusnak - Working alone Rusnak (ankle) took part in individual training ahead of Saturday's trip to Philadelphia, Jeremiah Oshan of Sounder at Heart reports.

Impact Rusnak is working alone as he continues to build his fitness from an ankle injury that has caused him to miss two matches. The midfielder could return for Saturday's trip to Philadelphia, but it seems a March 16 clash with Colorado could be a more likely target for his return.

MARCH 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Seattle Sounders FC vs. Austin FC | Full Match Highlights

MARCH 3, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Nouhou Tolo - Attempts seven crosses in draw Tolo recorded two shots (one on goal), seven crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Austin FC.

Impact Tolo put in a tireless performance, contributing both in attack and defense during Seattle's 0-0 draw versus Austin FC Saturday. In addition to his seven crosses (two accurate), Tolo provided four clearances and drew two fouls. After attempting just 43 crosses (15 accurate) over 32 appearances (27 starts) in 2023, Tolo has already attempted seven crosses (two accurate) over two starting appearances in 2024, drastically outpacing his 2023 totals. If Tolo can continue his efforts to provide service to his teammates at this pace, one can see his potential to exceed his previous career high of assists in a campaign (two assists in 2022).

MARCH 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Alex Roldan - Whips in 11 crosses Roldan recorded one shot (zero on goal), 11 crosses (one accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Austin FC.

Impact Roldan was key to Seattle's effort to provide service from the wing during Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Austin FC. Roldan attempted 11 crosses (one accurate) and took four corners while contributing defensively with five tackles (four won) and an interception. Over his first two matches, Roldan has now attempted 15 crosses (one accurate) and six corners. After not recording a corner in his previous six seasons with Seattle, Roldan has now seemingly taken over as one of Seattle's first choices when taking a set piece. The new role for Roldan should allow him to improve upon his assist total from 2023 when he recorded just two assists over 32 appearances (31 starts).

MARCH 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leo Chu - Shot on goal in draw Chu had two shots (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Austin FC.

Impact Chu was unable to pick the lock of the Austin FC backline during Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Austin FC before leaving the match in discomfort in the 82nd minute. In his first two appearances (two starts) of 2024, Chu has attempted three shots (one on target), attempted five crosses (one accurate ) and created one chance. After scoring five times and providing seven assists over 36 appearances (30 starts) in 2023, Chu faces increased competition for minutes in Seattle's front line with the arrival of Pedro de la Vega. Chu will have to maintain his health and help jump start a sluggish Seattle attack if he is to continue to receive minutes and opportunities at the same rate as he did over the previous campaign.

MARCH 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Pedro De la Vega - Leaves with hamstring injury de la Vega registered two shots (zero on goal), six crosses (one accurate) and five corners in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Austin FC. He was subbed off due to injury in the 63rd mi...

Impact De la Vega was the focal point of Seattle's attack during Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Austin FC before being removed with a hamstring injury in the 63rd minute. After the match, head coach Brain Schmetzer said of de la Vega's injury, "I don't think it's a bad one. It's not the one (hamstring) that he was coming back from." Schmetzer indicated that a midweek MRI will be on tap for the attacker to determine if an absence will be required. Over his first two appearances (one start) with Seattle, de la Vega has created one chance, attempted seven crosses (one accurate) and taken five corners for his new team.

MARCH 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Josh Atencio - Box-to-box performance Atencio registered six shots (one on goal), six crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Austin FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in...

Impact Atencio was selected to the starting XI for the second consecutive match in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Austin FC. Though the midfielder was unable to pick the pass or shot to unlock the Austin backline Saturday, he was arguably the best player on the pitch for an accomplished Sounders side. In addition to the aforementioned offensive contribution, Atencio attempted four tackles (one won) and made four interceptions. After signing a contract extension in the offseason, the young midfielder looks to have broken into a full time role with the Sounders and should have the opportunities to improve upon his 2023 campaign in which he scored once and provided one assist over 26 appearances (14 starts).

MARCH 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Andrew Thomas - First career clean sheet Thomas made one save and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Austin FC.

Impact Thomas earned the first clean sheet of his career in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Austin FC. The Austin attack left Thomas with a quiet night in net, as he faced just two shots (one on target) and made the only save required of him. Thomas should continue to receive regular minutes in Seattle as first choice keeper Stefan Frei continues to recover from an injury. Overall, Thomas has equipped himself capably while filling in for Seattle's veteran number one, having made five saves, conceded twice and recorded a clean sheet over two appearances (two starts). Thomas and Seattle will now travel across the country to take on Philadelphia next Saturday.

MARCH 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Banged-up Sounders battle Austin FC in home opener The Seattle Sounders were without four starters for their MLS season opener last weekend at Los Angeles FC.It might be five for Seattle (0-1...

MARCH 2, 2024 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Banged-up Sounders battle Austin FC in home opener The Seattle Sounders were without four starters for their MLS season opener last weekend at Los Angeles FC.It might be five for Seattle (0-1...

MARCH 2, 2024 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

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Philadelphia Union face the Seattle Sounders in non-conference play