With Tim Howard officially out for the Rapids, the official Sounders site takes a look at what we can expect to see from Zac MacMath.
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We've talked about the many current Sounders players who have played for their national sides during this break. Former Sounder Micheal Azira also contributed to win by the Ugandan National Team.
DC United have converted Luciano Acosta from his 1-year loan to a longer term designated player contract.
Already a front-runner in MLS expansion plans, the city of Sacramento has approved a proposal to build a new downtown soccer stadium.