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"ccurley wrote: i’d march to the match from anywhere in the world!! lets go 2010 sounders!! see..."

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 20:43:59 -0800

“ccurley wrote: i’d march to the match from anywhere in the world!! lets go 2010 sounders!! see y’all in the brougham end!! god bless the #sounders and the #USMNT team!!”

- No Place Like Home - Seattle Sounders Football Club

No Place Like Home - Seattle Sounders Football Club (Matt Gaschk)

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 20:41:55 -0800

No Place Like Home - Seattle Sounders Football Club (Matt Gaschk):

There is no place in Major League Soccer like Qwest Field on a gameday. The Sounders FC were reminded of that on Tuesday when they made their first appearance at Qwest Field for the 2010 season. “It’s great. Obviously the last time we were here we didn’t get the result that we wanted in our last game against Houston. So, it’s got that memory, but it’s also got the memory of the opening game and a lot of the good accomplishments we had all last season,” Sounders FC head coach Sigi Schmid said. “Every time you walk in here, even though the seats are blue, I see green everywhere. It just reminds me that we are about to embark on the season. I think it’s a good reminder for the players that the season is around the corner.” The Sounders and their fans will have a chance to break in the stadium for the 2010 season on Thursday when Seattle faces their old rivals to the south, the Portland Timbers of the USL, in the Community Shield preseason match benefitting the Sounders FC four charity partners. While the defense has been solid, going 293 scoreless minutes since allowing their last preseason goal, the offense has been inconsistent. However, Schmid understands what it takes to get Freddie Ljungberg, Fredy Montero and Steve Zakuani going on the offensive end while they wait for the return of Nate Jaqua, who has missed most of the preseason due to injury.

A bitter Rivalry. (SoundersfC vs Timbers)

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 12:33:00 -0800

This Thursday, SoundersFC take on the Portland Timbers in the only Pre-Season game to be held at QWEST. This game is special, not only because its only $10 per ticket with the proceeds going to charity, but because it will be the first time we host Portland in what is known as one of the most fierce rivalries in the soccer world.

The bitter rivalry goes back to the 70’s during the NASL days, and has persisted through the semi-pro leagues before the MLS caught on. Portland is joining the MLS in 2011, and they have something to prove on Thursday.

Mostly though, this game is about the fans, not so much the soccer. This will be a spectacle unlike any other game at QWEST field.

There is also a more compelling reason to go. There is a labor dispute between the players union and owners, and the league is currently operating without a contract. Things this week have gone downhill, and its possible a work stoppage will occur before the season starts. So this could be the last Sounders game for awhile. So get your fix in now!

Here are some quotes from Assistant Coach Brian Schmetzer who has been with the Sounders for years, and experienced the Rivalry first hand.

Brian Schmetzer – Assistant Coach
“Some of those reserve games were bloody affairs. Sometimes it was good soccer, but it was always hard soccer and it was kill or be killed,” Schmetzer said. “The soccer got a little better at the first team level, but there was always an underlying tone of disdain for each other.

“The Portland fans are colorful and they support their team and that is something they take pride in. Sometimes they stretch the boundaries a little bit.”

"@GorillaFC will be at the St. Baldrick’s Fundraiser at Fado from 6-9pm on March 15. There will..."

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 07:27:06 -0800

“@GorillaFC will be at the St. Baldrick’s Fundraiser at Fado from 6-9pm on March 15. There will be a silent auction, a raffle and head-shavings with proceeds going to St. Baldrick’s Foundation which uses the donations to fund childhood cancer research grants. Volunteers shave their heads in solidarity with kids fighting cancer and family and friends give generously - worldwide.”

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Portland Timbers match preview -- team release - Seattle Times (blog)

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 23:23:50 -0800

Portland Timbers match preview -- team release - Seattle Times (blog):

Portland Timbers match preview — team release
Seattle Times (blog)
Qwest Field gates open at 5 pm Tickets are available at soundersfc.com, by calling…

Sounders FC News & Notes - OurSports Central (press release)

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 19:13:36 -0800

Sounders FC News & Notes - OurSports Central (press release):

Sounders FC News & Notes
OurSports Central (press release)
Qwest Field gates open at 5 pm Tickets are available at soundersfc.com, by calling 800-745-3000, all…

"@LandonDonovan took what was probably a goodbye lap after Everton’s 5-1 win over Hull City on..."

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 09:53:03 -0800

“@LandonDonovan took what was probably a goodbye lap after Everton’s 5-1 win over Hull City on Sunday, the home fans at Goodison Park stood and cheered the 28-year-old American who came here a European washout and stands ready to depart, just 10 weeks later, as a beloved figure in this soccer-mad town. And then, like a low rumble at first, but then as loud as a Lake Placid lullaby, the chant began: U-S-A! U-S-A! U-S-A! Only later did I come to understand that some in the stands were actually booming: U-S-A! YOU-MUST-STAY!”

- Landon Donovan savors time in Premier League with Everton - Grant Wahl - SI.com

"Early on when they had reserve teams, it was life or death. Here you had a bunch of young guys that..."

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 08:49:22 -0800

““Early on when they had reserve teams, it was life or death. Here you had a bunch of young guys that were trying to get into the first team on all three teams. Some of those reserve games were bloody affairs. Sometimes it was good soccer, but it was always hard soccer and it was kill or be killed,” Schmetzer said. “The soccer got a little better at the first team level, but there was always an underlying tone of disdain for each other.””

- Rivals Take The Forefront - Seattle Sounders Football Club

"SOUNDERS FC 0, WHITECAPS 0 Scoring — None. Total shots — Vancouver 5, Seattle 4. Fouls — Vancouver..."

Sun, 07 Mar 2010 09:56:24 -0800

“SOUNDERS FC 0, WHITECAPS 0 Scoring — None. Total shots — Vancouver 5, Seattle 4. Fouls — Vancouver 12, Seattle 9. Offsides — Vancouver 7, Seattle 9. Corner kicks — Vancouver 1, Seattle 6. Saves — Vancouver 2, Seattle 2. Cautions — Vancouver, Stewart, 9th; Seattle, Hirano, 60th. A — 3,895. Lineups Vancouver — Jay Nolly (GK), Chris Williams (Wes Knight 64), Taka Hirano, Greg Janicki, Martin Nash, Ricardo Sanchez (Philippe Davies 74), Nelson Akwari (Wesley Charles 69), Ansu Toure (Blake Wagner 56), Dever Orgill (Zourab Tsiskaridze 69), Cornelius Stewart (Alex Semenets 35; Randy Edwini-Bonsu 74) and Nizar Khalfan (Justin Moose 45). Seattle — Kasey Keller (GK), James Riley (Zach Scott 87), Jhon Kennedy Hurtado (Jeff Parke 73), Tyrone Marshall, Leo Gonzalez (Tyson Wahl 73), Sanna Nyassi (David Estrada 63), Nathan Sturgis (Peter Vagenas 78), Osvaldo Alonso (Stephen King 78), Steve Zakuani (Mike Fucito 63), Fredy Montero (Mike Seamon 83) and Freddie Ljungberg (Kevin Souter 83).”

- Sounders | Offside calls keep Sounders FC off scoreboard | Seattle Times Newspaper

If you were watching Tuesday night… - Seattle University Spectator (blog)

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 19:52:51 -0800

If you were watching Tuesday night… - Seattle University Spectator (blog):

If you were watching Tuesday night…
Seattle University Spectator (blog)
Below are the highlights of the previous match, and should you want those tickets ASAP,…

Why the Seattle Sounders FC Will Continue To Be the Hottest Ticket in Town

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 08:03:52 -0800

Why the Seattle Sounders FC Will Continue To Be the Hottest Ticket in Town:

The Seattle Sounders FC are set to once again be the hottest ticket in Seattle this summer. The Sounders announced earlier this week that the home opener on March 25 against first—year side, the Philadelphia Union, has been sold out. Additonally, the Sounders May 8th game against the Los Angeles Galaxy is sold out as well. With a capacity of 35800 set for MLS games and with 32,000 season tickets already sold, the Sounders have a very good chance of selling out every home game this season. While the Sounders have the best fans in MLS, the question is whether the second year Sounders can be as successful on the park as they are off it?

"I am really motivated. It is a big challenge because as a player and as a man, I wish to settle and..."

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 14:51:48 -0800

““I am really motivated. It is a big challenge because as a player and as a man, I wish to settle and live in Seattle. For now, I remain totally committed, totally focused on Twente, and doing whatever I can to help them win the league and the cup. When I arrive in Seattle, I’m not just coming to play, I’m coming to succeed. That is my goal. I feel I can contribute because of my experience, my spirit, my commitment and my goals. Of course, that’s the key, goals and assists. I’ve contributed that before and wish to do the same for the Sounders.””

- “I’m not just coming to play, I’m coming to succeed” | Prost Amerika Soccer

Sounders sign Swiss international Nkufo - MiamiHerald.com

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 14:07:20 -0800

Sounders sign Swiss international Nkufo - MiamiHerald.com:

Sounders sign Swiss international Nkufo
MiamiHerald.com
“Adrian gave me a very good impression about the club,” the 34-year-old Nkufo said on soundersfc.com. “I…

Sounders reps talk CBA negotiations. (via Goalcom)

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 10:17:09 -0800

Sounders reps talk CBA negotiations. (via Goalcom)

"Blaise Isetsima Kufo (born 25 May 1975), sometimes erroneously known as Blaise N’Kufo or..."

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 10:13:33 -0800

“Blaise Isetsima Kufo (born 25 May 1975), sometimes erroneously known as Blaise N’Kufo or Blaise Nkufo,[1] is a Swiss international footballer who will be joining striker for Seattle Sounders FC in Major League Soccer after the 2010 World Cup. He is of Congolese origin.[2] Nkufo’s professional career has seen him play in Switzerland, Qatar, Germany and the Netherlands.”

- Blaise Nkufo - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

"There is no collective bargaining agreement in place and negotiations are at a standstill, but..."

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 07:59:14 -0800

“There is no collective bargaining agreement in place and negotiations are at a standstill, but Seattle’s players and coaches said the team’s preparation for the regular season is unbothered. “It really hasn’t been a distraction at training at all,” said coach Sigi Schmid at the Starfire Sports Complex. “I think the guys have been good about being focused. And we haven’t really talked about it as a staff as we go into training. So it really hasn’t been an emphasis for us.””

- Sounders | Sounders FC continues training at home, with labor negotiations at a “stalemate” | Seattle Times Newspaper

Sigi Schmid and Seattle Sounders FC congratulate the Washington...

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 10:28:26 -0800

Sigi Schmid and Seattle Sounders FC congratulate the Washington Youth Soccer ODP Teams (via WAYouthSoccerVideo)

"The following players are currently training with Sounders FC: Goalkeepers (4): Terry Boss, Derby..."

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 19:47:28 -0800

“The following players are currently training with Sounders FC: Goalkeepers (4): Terry Boss, Derby Carillo*; Chris Eylander, Kasey Keller; Defenders (10): Taylor Graham, Leo Gonzalez, Jhon Kennedy Hurtado, Patrick Ianni, Tyrone Marshall, Jeff Parke*, James Riley, Zach Scott, Tyson Wahl, Jamel Wallace#; Midfielders (11): Osvaldo Alonso, David Estrada#, Brad Evans, Stephen King, Freddie Ljungberg, Sanna Nyassi, Lamar Neagle*, Michael Seamon, Kevin Souter, Nathan Sturgis, Peter Vagenas; Forwards (7): Michael Fucito*, Nate Jaqua, Roger Levesque, Ellis McLoughlin, Fredy Montero, Tye Perdido*, Steve Zakuani. #SuperDraft selection *invitee Throw-Ins Michael Seamon, the team’s second round MLS SuperDraft selection, returns to training this week while on spring break from Villanova…Tye Perdido is attending classes at Gonzaga this week but is expected to resume training next week…Stephen King celebrates his 24th birthday in Vancouver on Saturday.”

- Sounders FC Blog | Sounders FC’s first team release since returning home | Seattle Times Newspaper

Sounders FC's first team release since returning home - Seattle Times (blog)

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 17:10:21 -0800

Sounders FC's first team release since returning home - Seattle Times (blog):

Sounders FC’s first team release since returning home
Seattle Times (blog)
The game Saturday begins at 4 pm at Swangard Stadium in Burnaby, BC with a live blog…

Home opener against the Philadelphia Union sold out - Seattle Times (blog)

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 13:22:06 -0800

Home opener against the Philadelphia Union sold out - Seattle Times (blog):

Home opener against the Philadelphia Union sold out
Seattle Times (blog)
To purchase tickets please visit www.soundersfc.com or call 1-877-MLS-GOAL. These kind of…