Seattle Sounders FC facts for kids
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| Nickname(s) | The Sounders, The Rave Green | ||
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| Founded | November 13, 2007 | ||
| Stadium | Lumen Field | ||
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| Owner | Adrian Hanauer | ||
| General manager | Craig Waibel | ||
| Head coach | Brian Schmetzer | ||
| League | Major League Soccer | ||
| 2024 | Western Conference: 4th Overall: 7th Playoffs: TBD |
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The Seattle Sounders FC is a professional soccer team from Seattle, Washington. They play in Major League Soccer (MLS) as part of the Western Conference. The club started on November 13, 2007, and began playing in 2009.
The Sounders are like a "phoenix club." This means they carry on the name of older Seattle soccer teams. There was a team called Seattle Sounders from 1994 to 2008. Before that, the first Sounders team played from 1974 to 1983.
Adrian Hanauer is the main owner of the club. Other owners include the family of Paul Allen (who started Microsoft), Drew Carey (a TV star), and 14 families from Seattle. The team's head coach is Brian Schmetzer. He used to be an assistant coach for the older Sounders team.
The Sounders play their home games at Lumen Field. For most games, about 37,722 seats are used. Fans are very important to the team. A 53-member marching band called "Sound Wave" plays at every home game. The Sounders also have big rivalries with other teams from the Pacific Northwest, like the Portland Timbers and Vancouver Whitecaps FC. They compete for the Cascadia Cup.
The Sounders played their first game on March 19, 2009, and won 3–0 against the New York Red Bulls. They have been one of the most successful teams in the league. They have won the U.S. Open Cup four times and the Supporters' Shield in 2014. They also won the MLS Cup in 2016 and 2019.
From 2009 to 2022, the team always made it to the MLS Cup playoffs. They also played in the CONCACAF Champions League seven times. In 2022, they became the first MLS team to win this important tournament. This win also made them the first MLS team to play in the FIFA Club World Cup.
The Sounders have set MLS records for how many fans come to their games. They are one of the most valuable teams in North America. Famous players who have played for the Sounders include Clint Dempsey, Osvaldo Alonso, and Nicolás Lodeiro. The team's top goal scorer is Raúl Ruidíaz. The Sounders also have a youth academy and a reserve team called Tacoma Defiance. These programs help train young players like Jordan Morris and DeAndre Yedlin.
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Team History: How the Sounders Started
Even before MLS teams were chosen, Seattle was seen as a good place for a professional soccer team. In 1994, when the U.S. was getting ready for the FIFA World Cup, Seattle wanted an MLS team. However, Seattle did not have a stadium just for soccer. Also, they needed 10,000 fans to promise to buy season tickets. Seattle only got about 1,500 promises. This was because another local team, the APSL Sounders, was also selling tickets.
Because of this, Seattle was not chosen for the first MLS teams in 1994. Later, the city worked with the University of Washington to use Husky Stadium for a while. But Seattle still did not get an MLS team in the first season.
In 1996, Paul Allen, who owned the Seattle Seahawks, was building a new football stadium. The idea of an MLS team sharing this stadium helped get public support. Many people voted for the stadium because it would also be a place for professional soccer.
By 2000, MLS wanted wealthy people to own teams. So, Seattle needed investors to get a team. In 2004, MLS said Seattle was "very close" to getting a team. Adrian Hanauer, who owned the USL Sounders at the time, talked with MLS. But the cost to join MLS kept going up, reaching over $10 million. Hanauer said he needed more investors to help.
Becoming an MLS Team
In 2007, Adrian Hanauer teamed up with Hollywood producer Joe Roth to try again. The cost was now $30 million. Paul Allen also joined the group. This made their bid for a Seattle MLS team very strong. On November 13, 2007, it was announced that Seattle would get an MLS expansion team. The owners would be Hanauer, Roth, Allen, and TV star Drew Carey. This brought top-level soccer back to Seattle for the first time since 1983. The USL Sounders team played its last season before the new MLS team started.
The team's name, "Seattle Sounders FC," was announced on April 7, 2008. They also showed off their logo and colors. All 22,000 season tickets for their first year were sold out. This gave them the most season ticket holders in MLS. Sigi Schmid became the team's first head coach on December 16, 2008.
Seattle Sounders FC was the 15th team in MLS. They played their first home game on March 19, 2009. A crowd of 32,523 fans watched them beat the New York Red Bulls 3–0. Seattle was the first MLS expansion team to win its first three games, and they did it without letting the other team score.
On September 2, 2009, the Sounders won the U.S. Open Cup in their first season. They beat D.C. United 2–1. This win meant they could play in the 2010–11 CONCACAF Champions League. On October 17, 2009, the Sounders made the playoffs in their first season. They finished the regular season with 12 wins, 7 losses, and 11 ties. The club set a new MLS record for average attendance with 30,943 fans per game. Their first season ended when they lost to the Houston Dynamo in the playoffs.
Early Years and More Trophies (2010–2013)
Before the 2010 season, the Sounders had 32,000 season ticket holders. They won their first game of the season 2–0 against the Philadelphia Union. The team then had a tough time, losing 8 of their next 14 games. But they turned things around, winning 10 of their last 15 games. They made the playoffs for the second year in a row. They finished the season with 14 wins, 10 losses, and 6 ties. In the playoffs, they lost to the Los Angeles Galaxy. The club broke its own attendance record again, with 36,173 fans per game.
The Sounders also played in the CONCACAF Champions League and the U.S. Open Cup. They won the U.S. Open Cup final again, beating the Columbus Crew 2–1. This made them the first team since 1983 to win the U.S. Open Cup two years in a row.
The 2011 season brought new teams, the Portland Timbers and Vancouver Whitecaps FC, into MLS. This brought back the Cascadia Cup rivalry. The Sounders won the Cascadia Cup that year. In April 2011, star midfielder Steve Zakuani broke his leg, which ended his season. Despite this, the Sounders finished with the second-best record in the league. On October 4, 2011, Seattle won their third U.S. Open Cup in a row. They beat the Chicago Fire 2–0. In the MLS playoffs, they lost to Real Salt Lake.
In 2011, Seattle broke its attendance record again, with 38,496 fans per game. They also became only the second MLS team to win a game in Mexico. They beat CF Monterrey 1–0.
The 2012 season started strong with five wins. But then they had a nine-game streak without a win. The streak ended when Steve Zakuani returned from his injury. Seattle made it to the U.S. Open Cup Final for the fourth year in a row. But they lost to Sporting Kansas City in a penalty shootout. They finished third in their conference and made the playoffs. They advanced past the first round for the first time. However, they lost to Los Angeles in the Conference Championship. This was the first season without a major trophy for the Sounders. Eddie Johnson was the top scorer with 14 goals.
In 2013, the Sounders signed their first player from their own youth academy, DeAndre Yedlin. They also signed defender Djimi Traoré and forward Obafemi Martins. The Sounders started the 2013 season by playing in the CONCACAF Champions League. They became the first MLS team to knock out a Mexican team in this tournament. They beat Tigres UANL 3–1. However, they lost to Santos Laguna in the semifinals. The Sounders continued to break MLS attendance records, reaching 44,038 fans per game in 2013.
The MLS season started slowly for the Sounders due to player injuries. They also lost in the U.S. Open Cup, ending their streak of deep runs in the tournament. In August 2013, the Sounders signed U.S. national team captain Clint Dempsey. This was a huge deal for the league. The team improved and was close to winning the Supporters' Shield. But they lost four games in a row at the end of the season. They made the playoffs but lost to their rivals, Portland.
Winning the Supporters' Shield (2014)
After a tough 2013 season, the Sounders made some changes. They got a new goalkeeper, Stefan Frei. Many older players left, and Brad Evans became the team captain. They also added Marco Pappa. Young player DeAndre Yedlin was sold to Tottenham Hotspur but stayed with Seattle for the rest of the MLS season.
The Sounders won their fourth U.S. Open Cup trophy in 2014. On October 25, 2014, the Sounders beat the LA Galaxy 2–0. This win helped them secure their first Supporters' Shield. This award goes to the team with the best record in the regular season.
In the playoffs, Seattle beat FC Dallas. They then faced the LA Galaxy again in the Western Conference Championship. The Sounders tied the Galaxy on total goals, but lost because the Galaxy scored more "away goals." The Galaxy then went on to win the MLS Cup.
2015 Season: New Players and Playoff Run
Garth Lagerwey became the club's new general manager in January 2015. The Sounders started the season well, leading the Western Conference by June. However, during a U.S. Open Cup game, Obafemi Martins got injured. Also, Clint Dempsey was suspended and then left to play for the national team.
Without their main attackers, the team struggled in the summer. But Martins came back in August and helped the team go eight games without a loss. They made the playoffs, finishing fourth in the Western Conference. The Sounders also won their group in the 2015–16 CONCACAF Champions League. They signed new international players like Nelson Haedo Valdez, Andreas Ivanschitz, and Román Torres.
In the first round of the playoffs, the Sounders beat the LA Galaxy 3–2. This was a big win because they had lost to LA in the playoffs before. But their playoff run ended in the next round against FC Dallas, losing in a penalty shootout. In November 2015, Adrian Hanauer became the main owner of the club. The club set a new attendance record in 2015, with an average of 44,247 fans per game.
Schmetzer Era and First MLS Cup (2016–2018)
Before the 2016 season, Obafemi Martins left the team. This hurt the Sounders' offense. But they signed Jordan Morris, a young player from their own academy. The Sounders had a very tough start to the 2016 season. They were near the bottom of the league. After a 3–0 loss in July, coach Sigi Schmid left the club. Long-time assistant coach Brian Schmetzer took over. The team also signed Uruguayan midfielder Nicolás Lodeiro. Even with a slow start and losing Clint Dempsey due to a heart issue, the Sounders improved a lot. They went from ninth place to fourth place and made the playoffs. Schmetzer became the permanent head coach.
At the end of the season, Jordan Morris was named the MLS Rookie of the Year. Nicolás Lodeiro was named MLS Newcomer of the Year. The Sounders won their playoff games against Sporting Kansas City, FC Dallas, and the Colorado Rapids. This meant they reached their first-ever MLS Cup final. On December 10, 2016, the Sounders beat Toronto FC in a penalty shootout to win MLS Cup 2016. This was their first MLS championship! Many called it a "cinderella season" because of their amazing comeback.
The Sounders started their title defense in 2017. Dempsey returned and scored in his first game. The season began with only five wins in the first 17 games. But then they went 13 games without a loss. They finished second in the Western Conference. In the playoffs, they beat the Vancouver Whitecaps and Houston Dynamo. This sent them back to the MLS Cup final, again facing Toronto. Seattle lost 2–0 to Toronto.
In 2018, the Sounders played in the CONCACAF Champions League. They lost to C.D. Guadalajara. During that time, Jordan Morris injured his ACL and couldn't play for the rest of the season. With many injured players, the Sounders lost nine of their first 15 games. They were at the bottom of the Western Conference. The club signed a new player, Peruvian forward Raúl Ruidíaz. After this, they started a long winning streak.
On September 1, the club set an MLS record by winning eight games in a row. They extended it to nine wins. The Sounders finished second in the Western Conference. They won 14 of their last 16 games, which was the best half-season in league history. Sadly, minority owner Paul Allen passed away in October 2018. Seattle then played the Portland Timbers in the playoffs. They lost in a dramatic penalty shootout.
Second MLS Cup Title and Pandemic Challenges (2019–2021)
The 2019 season started with the loss of team captain Osvaldo Alonso. Defender Chad Marshall also retired during the season. Despite these losses and a player suspension, the Sounders finished 2nd in the Western Conference. They made the MLS Cup Playoffs for the 11th time.
The Sounders beat FC Dallas 4–3 in the first round, with Jordan Morris scoring three goals. They then won against Real Salt Lake and Los Angeles FC. Seattle hosted the MLS Cup final against Toronto FC. They won 3–1 to get their second championship! The game had 69,274 fans, a record for the team and for any sporting event at Lumen Field.
The 2020 season began with the CONCACAF Champions League. The Sounders lost in a penalty shootout. MLS then stopped all games in March 2020 because of the COVID-19 pandemic. The league returned with a tournament in Florida. The Sounders played some games with no fans at Lumen Field.
In August, the Sounders canceled a game to join a protest against racial injustice. They later won a game 7–1 against the San Jose Earthquakes, their biggest win ever. The team made the playoffs for the 12th year in a row. In the Western Conference Final, Minnesota United FC led 2–0. But Seattle scored three goals in the last 18 minutes to win! This sent them to their fourth MLS Cup in five years. The Sounders lost the 2020 MLS Cup final 3–0 to the Columbus Crew.
Seattle started the 2021 season with a 13-game unbeaten streak, a new MLS record. This happened even though many key players were injured. Coach Brian Schmetzer changed the team's formation, which helped them play well. The Sounders won the Cascadia Cup again. They also reached the final of the 2021 Leagues Cup but lost to Club León. Seattle finished second in the Western Conference. They made the playoffs but lost in the first round in a penalty shootout.
Champions League Title and Club World Cup (2022–2023)
The team played in the 2022 CONCACAF Champions League. They beat F.C. Motagua, Club León, and New York City FC to reach their first Champions League final. They faced Mexican club UNAM. The first game was a 2–2 tie. In the second game in Seattle, the Sounders won 3–0 in front of a record crowd of 68,741 fans. The Sounders became the first MLS club to win the CONCACAF Champions League! This win also meant Seattle was the first MLS club to play in the FIFA Club World Cup.
In the U.S. Open Cup, the Sounders lost to the San Jose Earthquakes in a long penalty shootout. In league play, the team struggled with injuries and players leaving for national team games. They did not make the playoffs in 2022. This ended their 13-year streak, which was the longest in MLS history.
Garth Lagerwey left the club in November 2022. Craig Waibel became the new general manager. The team prepared for the 2022 FIFA Club World Cup in Morocco. They lost 1–0 to Egypt's Al Ahly. Because they won the 2022 CONCACAF Champions League, the Sounders also qualified for the bigger 2025 tournament.
Team Colors and Logo
The Sounders' first logo looked like a shield. It had two layers to show the partnership between owners, fans, and players. The logo also included the Space Needle, a famous Seattle landmark. The team's official colors are Sounder Blue (for the Puget Sound), Rave Green (for the Pacific Northwest forests), and Cascade Shale (for the Cascade Range mountains).
Fans chose the team name in an online poll in 2008. The first choices did not include "Seattle Sounders." But many fans wanted to keep the traditional name. So, "Sounders" was added as an option. Almost half of the votes were for "Sounders." The team decided to keep the name to honor the history of Seattle soccer.
The Sounders usually play in a rave green home jersey. Their away and third jerseys have changed over the years. Some early third jerseys were bright yellow or blue. Later, they used more muted colors. In 2017, they had a "throwback" jersey inspired by the old NASL Sounders team.
In 2019, the away jersey became black and pink, inspired by a sunset. In 2021, they had a dark purple jersey with orange and yellow. This jersey was inspired by Seattle musician Jimi Hendrix. In 2023, a new red away jersey was released. It was inspired by martial artist Bruce Lee, who lived in Seattle. It has a dragon design and symbols from Lee's fighting style.
A new team logo was shown on September 26, 2023, for the 2024 season. This was for the club's 50th anniversary. The new logo uses colors and parts from older Sounders logos. It has a simpler shield with the Space Needle and the year 1974. New smaller logos were also added, like an orca (a type of whale) and a carnation flower. The carnation is special because Sounders players give them to fans at the last home game of the season.
Team Sponsors
The team's first jersey sponsor was Microsoft, with the Xbox brand on the front. This deal lasted for many years. The jersey even showed promotions for Xbox games like Halo 5.
In 2019, Seattle-based online store Zulily became the new jersey sponsor. In 2020, WaFd Bank became the first sponsor for the sleeve of the jersey. In 2021, the Puyallup Tribe of Indians became a sleeve sponsor. Their Emerald Queen Casino logo is on the home jerseys.
In 2023, Providence Health & Services became the new main jersey sponsor.
| Period | Kit manufacturer | Shirt sponsor | Sleeve sponsor |
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| 2009–2018 | Adidas | Xbox | — |
| 2019 | Zulily | ||
| 2020 | WaFd Bank | ||
| 2021–2022 | Emerald Queen Casino | ||
| 2023–present | Providence |
Home Stadium: Lumen Field
Seattle Sounders FC plays its home games at Lumen Field in Seattle. This stadium is also home to the Seattle Seahawks football team. The Sounders use Lumen Field without paying rent because of their shared ownership history. In 2015, the team extended their agreement to use the stadium until 2028. The soccer field itself was called "The Xbox Pitch" for many years. In 2022, it was renamed the "Emerald Queen Casino Pitch."
Lumen Field can hold 69,000 people. But for most Sounders games, the team covers some seats to make the stadium feel more "intimate." However, for big games or international friendly matches, they open up the whole stadium. The team first thought they would only sell 12,000 tickets per game. But because of high demand, they increased the capacity many times. It started at 24,500 seats and is now 37,722 for most games.
The Sounders have opened the entire stadium for special games. In 2011, a game against the San Jose Earthquakes had 64,140 fans. In 2013, a game against the Portland Timbers had 67,385 fans. The Sounders set their attendance record at the 2019 MLS Cup, with 69,274 people watching.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Sounders played games with no fans. Later, they slowly allowed more fans back into the stadium.
The field at Lumen Field is made of FieldTurf, which is a type of artificial grass. It has a high-quality rating from FIFA. If MLS rules ever require natural grass, the field will be changed.
The team's training facilities were at the Starfire Sports Complex in Tukwila until 2024. Starfire is still used for U.S. Open Cup matches because it's a smaller, more intimate venue. A new training facility, called the Providence Swedish Performance Center & Clubhouse, opened in February 2024 in Renton. It has offices, four training fields, and a public clubhouse.
Supporters and Fan Groups
The Sounders FC Alliance was created because of Drew Carey's idea. It's like a fan club where members can vote on important team decisions, like keeping the general manager. Season ticket holders automatically become members. Other fans can join for a fee.
Drew Carey also wanted the Sounders to have their own marching band. This led to "Sound Wave," a 53-member band that plays different kinds of music. The band plays at the north end of Lumen Field. Before each home game, fans and Sound Wave march from Occidental Park to the stadium. This is called the "March to the Match." The team's fight song is "Salute to the Olympians."
Besides the Alliance, there are four main fan groups for the Sounders:
- Emerald City Supporters (ECS): This is the largest group. They sit in the south end of the stadium, also known as the "Brougham End."
- Eastside Supporters: Formed in 2010 for fans from the Eastside area.
- Gorilla FC: This group raises money for charities in the Seattle area.
- The North End Faithful: They sit in the north end of the stadium.
Rivalries
The Sounders have strong rivalries with the Portland Timbers and Vancouver Whitecaps FC. These rivalries started back in the 1970s with the old NASL teams. In 2004, fans created the Cascadia Cup to make the competition official between these three teams. The trophy is passed between the winning team's fan groups.
The Heritage Cup is another competition with the San Jose Earthquakes. This cup is for MLS teams that use names from older NASL teams. The winner is decided by how the teams do in their regular season games.
While not an official rivalry, the Sounders and Los Angeles Galaxy have played many important games in the MLS Cup Playoffs. The coaches of these teams, Bruce Arena and Sigi Schmid, were also very successful, adding to the rivalry.
Team Leadership
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The Sounders are owned by Adrian Hanauer (the main owner) and a group of 17 families. Other minority owners include the family of Paul Allen and Drew Carey. The Sounders also own Seattle Reign FC, a women's soccer team. Paul Allen's ownership helped the Sounders share resources with the Seattle Seahawks. But in 2014, the Sounders became a fully independent business.
Joe Roth was the main owner from 2007 to 2015. He left the ownership group in 2019. A new group of 11 Seattle families joined as minority owners. This group includes famous people like Russell Wilson, Ciara, Macklemore, and Satya Nadella (Microsoft CEO). Later, Tod Leiweke (Seattle Kraken president) and baseball legend Ken Griffey Jr. also joined the ownership group.
Brian Schmetzer is the Sounders' head coach. He became the interim coach in 2016 and then the permanent head coach. His assistant coaches are Preki, Freddy Juarez, and Andy Rose. Tom Dutra is the goalkeeper coach.
Garth Lagerwey was the general manager from 2015 to 2022. He was replaced by Craig Waibel. Chris Henderson was the sporting director for many years. Now, Henry Brauner is the sporting director. Hugh Weber is the President of Business Operations.
The Seattle Sounders FC was named the Professional Sports Team of the Year in 2009. This was because of their success in getting fans and making the playoffs in their first year.
In 2015, a study by Forbes magazine said the Sounders were the most valuable team in MLS. This is largely because of their high attendance and popularity. In 2019, the club announced they would become carbon neutral. This means they would try to have no negative impact on the environment. They were the first professional soccer team in North America to make this promise.
Reserve Team: Tacoma Defiance
In 2014, the Sounders started a second-division reserve team called Seattle Sounders FC 2 (S2). They played at the Starfire Sports Complex. In 2017, the team moved to Tacoma and started playing at Cheney Stadium. They were renamed the Tacoma Defiance in 2019. In 2022, they moved to MLS Next Pro, a new league for MLS reserve teams.
Youth Academy System
The Sounders started their youth academy team in 2010. The academy helps develop young players from the local area. They have teams for different age groups. Many players from the academy have gone on to play for the Sounders' main team. These include DeAndre Yedlin, Jordan Morris, and Henry Wingo.
Other Affiliated Teams
From 2012 to 2020, the Sounders had a partnership with an amateur team called Seattle Sounders FC U-23. This team was for former academy players who were playing in college.
There was also a women's team called Seattle Sounders Women that had a licensing agreement with the club until 2020.
In June 2024, the Sounders announced they bought the National Women's Soccer League team Seattle Reign FC. The Reign's offices will move to the new training facility and share space with the Sounders.
Broadcasting Games
Since 2023, all MLS games are streamed worldwide by Apple on MLS Season Pass. Most games require a paid subscription.
Before 2023, Sounders games were shown on local TV channels KCPQ and KZJO in Seattle. Keith Costigan was the play-by-play announcer. Former Sounders goalkeeper Kasey Keller and player Steve Zakuani provided commentary. Games were also shown in Spanish on KUNS. From 2020, the team's streaming rights moved to Amazon Prime Video.
On the radio, Sounders games are broadcast in English on 950 KJR AM. Danny Jackson calls the games. Brad Evans gives analysis. Games are also broadcast in Spanish on KKMO (El Rey 1360 AM).
Players and Staff
Current Roster
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Head Coaches
| Name | Nation | Tenure |
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| Sigi Schmid |  Germany |
December 16, 2008 – July 26, 2016 |
| Brian Schmetzer |  United States |
July 26, 2016 – November 1, 2016 (interim) November 2, 2016 – present |
General Managers
| Name | Nation | Tenure |
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| Adrian Hanauer | United States |
2007–2015 |
| Garth Lagerwey | United States |
2015–2022 |
| Craig Waibel | United States |
2022–present |
Sporting Directors
| Name | Nation | Tenure |
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| Chris Henderson | United States |
2008–2021 |
| Craig Waibel | United States |
2021–2022 |
| Henry Brauner |  Philippines |
2023–present |
Team Achievements
The Seattle Sounders FC has won many important soccer titles:
| National Titles | ||
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| Competitions | Wins | Years Won |
| MLS Cup | 2 | 2016, 2019 |
| Supporters' Shield | 1 | 2014 |
| U.S. Open Cup | 4 | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2014 |
| Western Conference (Playoffs) | 4 | 2016, 2017, 2019, 2020 |
| Western Conference (Regular Season) | 1 | 2014 |
| Continental Titles | ||
| Competitions | Wins | Years Won |
| CONCACAF Champions League | 1 | 2022 |
Other Awards
- MLS Fair Play Award: 2017
- CCL Fair Play Award: 2022
Player Records
Top Goal Scorers of All Time
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Here are the players who have scored the most goals for the Seattle Sounders FC:
| # | Name | Seattle career | Total | MLS regular season |
Playoffs | U.S. Open Cup |
Champions League |
Leagues Cup |
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| 1 |  Raúl Ruidíaz |
2018–present | 82 | 68 | 9 | 0 | 3 | 2 |
| 2 |  Fredy Montero |
2009–2014 2021–2023 |
79 | 59 | 0 | 10 | 9 | 1 |
| 3 | Jordan Morris |
2016–present | 67 | 54 | 8 | 0 | 4 | 1 |
| 4 |  Nicolás Lodeiro |
2016–2023 | 59 | 41 | 8 | 0 | 8 | 2 |
| Clint Dempsey |
2013–2018 | 57 | 47 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 0 | |
| 6 |  Obafemi Martins |
2013–2016 | 43 | 40 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 7 | Cristian Roldan |
2015–present | 39 | 35 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 8 | Lamar Neagle |
2009 2011 2013–2015 2017–2018 |
33 | 28 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| 9 | Will Bruin |
2017–2022 | 32 | 27 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 10 | Eddie Johnson |
2012–2013 | 29 | 23 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
Bold signifies a current Sounders player
Top Scorers Each Season
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| Player | Total | Regular season |
Playoffs | U.S. Open Cup |
Champions League |
Leagues Cup |
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| 2009 | Fredy Montero |
13 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | 12 | 10 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | |
| 2011 | 16 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | |
| 2012 | 17 | 13 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | |
| Eddie Johnson |
17 | 14 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | |
| 2013 | 12 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| 2014 | Obafemi Martins |
17 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 15 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2016 | Jordan Morris |
14 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | Clint Dempsey |
15 | 12 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | Raúl Ruidíaz |
13 | 10 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 15 | 11 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2020 | 14 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2021 | 19 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | |
| 2022 | 12 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | |
| Nicolás Lodeiro |
12 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | |
| 2023 | Jordan Morris |
14 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Bold signifies a current Sounders player
See also
In Spanish: Seattle Sounders Football Club para niños
