On Sunday, August 12, Seattle Sounders’ newest signing Brad Smith made his MLS debut, starting in the 2-1 win over FC Dallas. The Australian left back demonstrated why the technical staff rated him so highly, with his comfort on the ball, blazing speed, aerial ability and crossing technique all on display.
In a match that was always going to be won on the wings, Smith put in a solid two-way performance as he locked down danger-man Michael Barrios and pinned by Dallas’ dynamic right back, Reggie Cannon, with his willingness to bomb down the flanks and overload the attack.