Seattle keeps doing it in 2026, finding new and exciting ways to win matches, this time midweek in Spokane. Carrying a three-goal cushion over the Vancouver Whitecaps was a clear advantage, but they were playing the best team in MLS, and they understood that. Seattle started out dedicated to team defense and picked their spots well. Although they gave up a transition goal off an excellent shot, the Sounders had the better chances throughout, and at no point did they look likely to fumble away their goal advantage. When fatigue was setting in, some inspired subs brought energy, precision, and multiple goals, as Seattle roared to life and extinguished any hope of a Canadian comeback. The final score from the dry side was 2-1 Sounders, and the 5-1 aggregate total was a show of Cascadian dominance. 

Dry Side Superstar: Seattle took the best shot from Vancouver and shrugged it off, then closed out the series in style. They showed tactical flexibility and resilience that the Whitecaps couldn’t match, and they proved that the away win in Canada wasn’t a fluke. 

All Wet: There were moments after Seattle missed a few golden opportunities and Vancouver scored where the doubt started...