Seattle traveled down to Carson to play the LA Galaxy. Depending on when you tuned in, they were either dominating or pinned back and holding on for dear life. The end result was a 2-1 road win for the Sounders, but it was anything but comfortable as a smooth first half quickly devolved into a battle in the second. After utilizing the league-dominant Chú-to-Morris combination to make things look easy, LAG adjusted well and tested Seattle’s defensive resolve in a second half that forced the Sounders to defend as a unit. A midfield adjustment gave the home team priority and numbers, and Seattle’s adjustment was to hold on, which they did — barely.
Seattle Sounders at LA Galaxy: Player ratings
