D.C. United vs. Seattle Sounders: Preview, time, and how to watch
D.C. United will be vying for a comeback at home after a disappointing 2-0 loss at NYCFC last weekend. The Seattle Sounders, meanwhile, have struggled to produce results away from Lumen Field this season and were also bested 0-2 at home by Vancouver last weekend.
In positive news for the Black-and-Red, Mateusz Klich and Aaron Herrera will return after serving suspensions for yellow card accumulation. Their absence as D.C. United faced NYCFC was noted and left Lesesne’s roster wanting.
Both D.C. and Seattle are lingering below playoff contention, making points even more dear heading into tonight’s matchup. While the season is still relatively young, snagging early points gives teams a buffer heading into the grind of summer.
Lesesne is laser-focused and acknowledges that the Black-and-Red “can’t allow ourselves to have the type of performance we had, especially at the beginning of that match, against NYCFC.”
Hear more from head coach Troy Lesesne’s pre-match press conference here.
Will D.C. United pull off another home win against Seattle? Let us know your thoughts on tonight’s matchup in the comments below
Key Player: Christian Benteke
Benteke continues to be the driving force behind D.C. United’s attack this season. The striker’s experience and instinct should keep Seattle on its toes.
Watch Out For: Raúl Ruidíaz
Ruidíaz leads Seattle in goals for the 2024 season and holds the club record for most goals scored across all competitions at a staggering 82 goals. 68 of those goals scored are in MLS competition. D.C. United will need to stay alert to avoid adding another to his tally.
Challenges: While D.C. has been improving on multiple fronts – quicker turnovers, ability to press and create chances – they’ve also been vulnerable on the backline.
Previously: D.C. hasn’t met Seattle since 2019. The Black-and-Red bested the Rave Green 2-0 at Audi Field.
D.C. United Availability:
Out: Conner Antley (Leg), Russell Canouse (Not Due to Injury)
Questionable: Steven Birnbaum (Knee), Theodore Ku-DiPietro (Hip), Garrison Tubbs (Thigh)
Seattle Sounders Availability:
Out: Pedro de la Vega (Hamstring), Jackson Ragen (Not Due to Injury), Braudilio Rodrigues (Hamstring), Alex Roldan (Not Due to Injury)
Questionable: Reed Baker-Whiting (Hamstring), Nathan (Hip)
Location: Audi Field, Washington, DC
Kickoff time: 7:30 pm ET
Referee: Rosendo Mendoza
Available streaming: MLS Season Pass on Apple TV
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