The most straightforward way for the Seattle Sounders to qualify for a 14th consecutive MLS postseason is to take care of their own business. There’s virtually no chance that they’ll miss the playoffs if they were to win their final five matches and finish with 51 points.
Short of that, however, they will likely need some help. Let’s take a closer look at their competition:
Current situation: 46 points, third in the Western Conference
Remaining matches (4): vs LAFC; at San Jose Earthquakes; at Colorado Rapids; vs.