The Seattle Sounders FC U-17 squad takes on the New York Red Bulls in the Generation adidas Cup Premier Division final at 3:30 p.m. PT on Saturday. Topping Group A with Columbus Crew SC, New England Revolution and Japanese side Matsushida Yamaga, the young Sounders advanced to the championship match by defeating the Montreal Impact 2-1 in the semifinals.
After beating the Revolution and Matsushida Yamaga by a combined score of 9-2, the Sounders faced a stern test against Crew SC, advancing 3-2 on penalties. But the Academy staff believes that by playing consecutive high-pressure matches against the Crew and the Impact, the boys are well prepared for playing against the Red Bulls in a tournament final.