The Seattle Sounders host Real Salt Lake on Wednesday (7:00 p.m. PT; FS1, FOX Deportes, 950 KJR AM, El Rey 1360 AM | TICKETS) in the Western Conference Semifinals of the Audi 2019 MLS Cup Playoffs. Here are three matchups to watch.
Gustav Svensson vs. Albert Rusnák
Whether Real Salt Lake attempts to absorb pressure and hit on the counter or dictate tempo through possession, their attack will flow through the feet of Rusnák. The 25-year-old attacking midfielder posted ten goals and five assists in 2019. A clever, highly-technical midfielder capable of testing ‘keepers from distance, Rusnák likes to receive the ball between the lines before dissecting opposing defenses.