The Sounders came off the break into a road match with a handful of starters out and a bench with only six subs, while the LA Galaxy were at full-strength, ranked third in the division, undefeated at home, and boasting the top scorer in the league. Most reasonable predictions had Seattle lucky to get a road point. Twenty-one minutes in, after conceding a soft penalty, even a draw looked hopeful. What happened in the next 70 minutes was a massive demonstration of grit, determination, and resilience from a deep team that continues to exceed expectations. Seattle fought back for a deserved 2-1 win, again showcasing phenomenal defense and opportunistic offense.