The Seattle Sounders are gearing up to host Real Salt Lake in an exciting matchup on Wednesday night at Lumen Field. As the two teams face off for the second and final time this regular season, fans are eager to see the action unfold.
Kickoff for the game is set for 7:30 p.m. PT, and for those unable to attend in person, the match will be available to watch on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV. Additionally, fans can tune in to the live broadcast on 93.3 KJR FM or El Rey 1360AM for Spanish commentary.
Both teams come into this game with impressive records. The Sounders currently hold a 4-6-5 record, placing them 9th in the Western Conference with 17 points. On the other hand, Real Salt Lake boasts an 8-2-5 record, sitting comfortably at the top of the Western Conference with 29 points.
In their previous meeting, Real Salt Lake secured a 2-0 victory over the Sounders in Utah. Andrés Gómez and Diego Luna were the goal scorers for the home team, setting the stage for an intense rematch in Seattle.
Seattle will also be hosting its second Bruce Lee Match as part of the ongoing celebrations for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month. The event will feature AANHPI-owned food vendors, a pop-up exhibit by the Wing Luke Museum, and more, highlighting the rich cultural diversity within the community.
With the conclusion of a busy month that saw the Sounders play eight games in just 25 days, the team is looking to wrap up May on a high note. Jordan Morris, the forward for Seattle, has been in fine form, scoring crucial goals in recent matches and making significant contributions to the team’s success.
Real Salt Lake, on the other hand, enters the game on an impressive unbeaten streak of 11 MLS matches. Led by forward Chicho Arango, who is making a strong case for MLS MVP with 13 goals and 8 assists so far this season, RSL is a formidable opponent for the Sounders.
As the Sounders aim to secure their playoff positioning in the Western Conference, Wednesday’s match against Real Salt Lake will be crucial. With both teams eager to claim victory, fans can expect an intense and thrilling showdown at Lumen Field.
Stay tuned for more updates and analysis on the Seattle Sounders and their journey through the 2024 MLS season.
