I started my report before watching the CONCACAF final. Along with thousands of other American soccer fans, I tip my cap to the Sounders for raising the bar for the league and being successful at a level that no other MLS club has achieved. They’ve earned the right to be obnoxious.
I usually look at the Seattle Sounders as a measuring stick for how good our team is playing. I want to find something to dislike about them, but I respect that Garth Lagerway has built a quality side. Brian Schmetzer is a good coach. Seattle plays good soccer – and have since they entered the league.