SEATTLE, WASH. - Sounders FC today announced the signing of six Tacoma Defiance players to short-term agreements ahead of Wednesday's Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Fourth Round match against the Portland Timbers at Cheney Stadium (7:30 p.m. PT / ESPN+). Defiance players Josh Atencio, Alec Diaz, Azriel Gonzalez, Shandon Hopeau, Danny Robles and Ray Serrano are all eligible for selection by Sounders FC Head Coach Brian Schmetzer for this evening's match.
MLS clubs may sign players from their USL affiliate to short-term agreements (up to four-day contracts) for CONCACAF Champions League, AMWAY Canadian Championship, Lamar Hunt U.