STEFAN FREI NEWS

Key save in penalty shootout Frei had seven saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 1-1 (7-6) penalty shootout win against Houston Dynamo.

Impact Frei made seven stops Sunday in Seattle's dramatic win over 1-1 (7-6) win over Portland sending the Sounders through to the Western Conference semifinals. The lone goal allowed during regulation was an own goal, and the veteran keeper made the key save in the penalty shootout secure the victory. Frei will be in net for Seattle's first matchup in the next round of the playoffs. Their opponents will be determined by the result of LAFC and Vancouver's decisive game three matchup Nov. 8.

NOVEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 4 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Sounders outlast Dynamo in penalties to sweep series Seattle goalkeeper Stefan Frei stopped Houston’s Tate Schmitt in the seventh round of the deciding penalty shootout as the visiting Sounders...

NOVEMBER 4 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

Obed Vargas, Stefan Frei lead Sounders to sweep of Dynamo with second straight shootout victory

Obed Vargas scored the decisive shootout goal after a 1-1 tie in regulation and Stefan Frei made a save on a shot by Tate Schmitt in the seventh round, leading the Seattle Sounders...

NOVEMBER 4 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Zero saves in victory Frei registered no saves and secured a clean sheet in Monday's 0-0 (5-4) penalty shootout victory over Houston Dynamo.

Impact Frei did not make a single save in either regular time or the penalty shootout Monday in Seattle's triumphant 0-0 (5-4) victory over Houston. Houston rarely threatened the Seattle goal in regular time, particularly after a red car forced them to play with 10-men for most of the second half. the Dynamo's lone penalty misfire evaded the target entirely, negating the need for a strong hand from Frei. The veteran keeper will look to help his team close out the best-of-three series Sunday when Seattle travel to Houston for game two of the series.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Sounders open first round with shootout victory over Dynamo after scoreless duel in regulation

Alex Roldan scored the decisive goal in a 5-4 shootout after Seattle goalkeeper Stefan Frei and Houston’s Steve Clark dueled to a scoreless draw in regulation and the Sounders rall...

OCTOBER 29 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Concedes once in finale Frei recorded one save and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Portland Timbers.

Impact Frei allowed one goal from two shots on target Saturday as Seattle drew 1-1 with rivals Portland. The result marks the conclusion of a three-match clean sheet streak for Frei that brought his total to 11 clean sheets over 29 appearances (29 starts) in 2024. The 11 clean sheets mark the second consecutive campaign in which the veteran has earned double-digit clean sheets. Over his 11-year tenure with Seattle, Frei has established himself as one of MLS's most dependable shot-stoppers. He's earned 10 or more clean sheets in five of his 11 seasons with the Rave Green.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Racking up clean sheets Frei made three saves and allowed zero goals in Saturday's 1-0 win versus Colorado Rapids.

Impact Frei turned aside three Colorado shots on target Saturday and earned a clean sheet in Seattle's 1 - 0 triumph. The clean sheet was Frei's third successive clean sheet and fourth over his most recent five appearances (five starts). Over that span, he's made nine saves, four clearances and conceded just twice. The veteran shot-stopper's 11 clean sheets over 28 appearances (28 starts) are tied for the most in MLS in 2024. Frei's next test should come on Decision Day when Seattles takes on rivals Portland who have scored just one goal over their most recent three matches.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Consecutive clean sheets Frei had three saves and secured a clean sheet in Wednesday's 3-0 win against Vancouver Whitecaps FC.

Impact Frei turned aside three Vancouver shots on target Wednesday, including a fingertip save at full stretch from a deflected shot, earning his second consecutive clean sheet as Seattle emerged from the 3 - 0 tilt victorious. Over his last five appearances (five starts), Frei has conceded just twice, making eight saves and recording three clean sheets. Frei's and Seattle's next challenge comes Saturday when they travel to take on Colorado who have scored six goals over their most recent five matches.

OCTOBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Secures clean sheet in win Frei had one save and allowed zero goals in Saturday's 1-0 victory versus Houston Dynamo.

Impact Frei notched his ninth clean sheet of the season as he made one save in the victory. The goalkeeper hasn't had much action recently, as he's made only three saves over the past three games.

OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Paul Rothrock, Stefan Frei lead Sounders over Dynamo 1-0 after both earn berths in postseason

Paul Rothrock scored an early goal and Stefan Frei made it stand up as the Seattle Sounders held off the Houston Dynamo 1-0 after both teams clinched playoff spots before the begin...

SEPTEMBER 29 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Concedes twice at home Frei registered one save and allowed two goals in Wednesday's 2-2 draw against San Jose Earthquakes.

Impact Frie turned in just a single save Wednesday and conceded twice as Seattle drew 2 - 2 with San Jose. The goals conceded break a two appearance clean sheet streak for Seattle's veteran shot stopper. Frei and the Seattle backline will hope to get back on track next Saturday when they host a Houston attack that has scored seven goals over their last five MLS matches.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet day leads to clean sheet Frei had one save and secured a clean sheet in Sunday's 2-0 victory versus Sporting Kansas City.

Impact Frei couldn't have asked for an easier match Sunday, as he was only forced to make one save on his way to a clean sheet. This marks his first clean sheet in three appearances, giving him eight on the season. He will look to make it two in a row when facing San Jose on Wednesday.

SEPTEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Stefan Frei gets historic shutout as Sounders blank Sporting Kansas City Goalkeeper Stefan Frei moved into sole possession of second place on MLS’ all-time shutout list as the Seattle Sounders defeated visiting Sp...

SEPTEMBER 16 • SACBEE.COM

One save in return Frei (head) registered one save and secured a clean sheet in Sunday's 2-0 victory against Sporting Kansas City.

Impact Frei was able to recover from a head injury and was able to start during the win against SKC. He secured a clean sheet while making just one save in the process. The keeper has also recorded four clean sheets in the last seven MLS games. recording 17 saves while allowing five goals in that span. He will face off with San Jose on Wednesday, who have scored nine goals in the last five contests.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves early against Portland Frei was forced off in the first half of Saturday's match against Portland due to a head injury.

Impact Frei left the match after just eight minutes following a save in which he took a knee to the head. The keeper will be monitored for a concussion ahead of next week's clash against Columbus.

SEPTEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes two at Minnesota Frei logged two saves but conceded two goals during Seattle's 3-2 win Saturday against Minnesota United.

Impact Despite saving one shot from both Hassani Dotson and Bongokuhle Hlongwane, Frei conceded twice to Kelvin Yeboah. The goalkeeper will try to redeem himself during Seattle's next game, currently scheduled at Portland on Aug. 31.

AUGUST 24 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps third straight clean sheet Frei kept a clean sheet while making two saves during Wednesday's 2-0 win over St. Louis.

Impact Frei kept his third straight clean sheet as he shut out St. Louis during mid week MLS action. The keeper has combined for 10 saves over this stretch of clean sheets and will put the streak on the line Saturday against LAFC.

JULY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Stefan Frei climbs all-time shutout list in Sounders' 2-0 victory over St Louis City

Stefan Frei finished with three saves on the way to his 112th career regular-season shutout — tying Kevin Hartman for second place on the all-time list — and the Sounders used an o...

JULY 18 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Four saves in clean sheet Frei kept a clean sheet while making four saves during Saturday's 1-0 win over Austin FC.

Impact Frei helped Seattle claim all three points by blanking Austin on Saturday. Frei has kept back-to-back clean sheets while allowing just one goal and combining for 11 saves over his last three starts.

JULY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Clean sheet against Revs Frei had four saves and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 2-0 victory versus New England Revolution.

Impact Frei had a solid outing Saturday, saving all four shots he faced on net while keeping a clean sheet for his club. This marks his fifth clean sheet of the season and his first in three appearances. He will look to keep this going into their match against Austin on Saturday.

JULY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Beaten once in win Frei allowed a goal while making three saves during Saturday's 2-1 win over Chicago.

Impact Frei conceded the opening goal of the match in the 30th minute, but blanked Chicago from there as Seattle came from behind for all three points. The keeper has allowed five goals while making 10 saves over his last three starts.

JUNE 30 • ROTOWIRE

Holds line in victory Frei recorded three saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 3-2 win over FC Dallas.

Impact Frei conceded two goals for the second successive match Saturday as Seattle defeated Dallas 3 - 2. Over his last five matches, Frei has made 11 saves, conceded seven goals and recorded one clean sheet. Frie's next opportunity should come Saturday as Seattle host Chicago who have scored 10 goals over their last five matches.

JUNE 24 • ROTOWIRE

Allows two goals in draw Frei recorded four saves and allowed two goals in Wednesday's 2-2 draw against Houston Dynamo.

Impact Frei turned aside four of the six Houston shots on target Wednesday and made one clearance as Seattle earned a share of the points in the 1-1 draw. Frei was beaten twice in the first half after the Houston attack was able to break down the Seattle defense for close-range heading opportunities. Seattle and Frei's next test will come Saturday when Dallas visit Lumen Field, having scored five goals in their most recent match.

JUNE 20 • ROTOWIRE

Records clean sheet Frei registered no saves and allowed zero goals in Saturday's 2-0 victory against Minnesota United.

Impact Frei was untroubled Saturday, as the Sounders cruised to a 2-0 victory over Minnesota without Frei being forced into a single save. Over his last five matches, Frei has been stalwart. He has conceded just five goals, made 12 saves and recorded Saturday's clean sheet. Frei and the Seattle defense will look for a repeat performance Wednesday when they'll face a Houston attack that has scored nine goals over their last five matches.

JUNE 16 • ROTOWIRE