# Lobbing Scorchers
> A Seattle Soccer Show | Seattle Sounders, USMNT and Washington State Soccer
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## Pages
- [About Lobbing Scorchers](https://lobbingscorchers.com/about.md) - Lobbing Scorchers is a Seattle based independent media brand covering soccer in the United States. Originally launched as a standalone podcast in June 2023 by Noah Riffe and Ari Liljenwall under Just Once Media, the property has expanded to social media content, video production and multiple podcas…
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## Posts
- [This One Position Broke the Seattle Sounders](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/this-one-position-broke-the-seattle-sounders.md) - Lobbing Scorchers reacts and takes calls live after every Seattle Sounders match on YouTube!
- [Can You Buy Down a Designated Player in MLS?](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/can-you-buy-down-a-designated-player-in-mls.md) - Major League Soccer’s roster rules are, to put it charitably, a convoluted disaster.
- [Fans react to Seattle Sounders at Toluca FC!](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/fans-react-to-seattle-sounders-at-toluca-fc.md) - Lobbing Scorchers reacts and takes calls live after every Seattle Sounders match on YouTube!
- [Hugh Weber leaves Sounders with club revenue up $30 million](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/hugh-weber-leaves-sounders-with-club-revenue-up-30-million.md) - Seattle's MLS club grew its revenue by around 40%
- [Transfer targets: Who can bolster the Seattle Sounders midfield?](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/transfer-targets-who-can-bolster-the-seattle-sounders-midfield.md) - It's time for some transfer-mongering regarding ways to strengthen Seattle's midfield.
- [Kickoff: What We Got Wrong About the 2026 Sounders](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/kickoff-what-we-got-wrong-about-the-2026-sounders.md) - Join us live at 8:00 am Pacific every Monday on YouTube!
- [Lobbing Scorchers ends licensing agreement with Sounder at Heart](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-ends-licensing-agreement-with-sounder-at-heart.md) - The exclusive licensing agreement between Just Once Media LLC and Nos Audietis LLC covering Lobbing Scorchers has concluded.
- [We Watched the World Cup in the Puget Sound](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/we-watched-the-world-cup-in-the-puget-sound.md) - Jaya and Tula of Eternal Blue Forever Girls checked out the Seattle Soccer Celebration hosted by the Seattle Sounders on a barge. The pair watched the World Cup match between the United States and Paraguay.
- [Kickoff: Can the Seattle Sounders Stop the Spiral?](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/kickoff-can-the-seattle-sounders-stop-the-spiral.md) - Join us live at 8:00 am Pacific every Monday on YouTube!
- [Fans react to DEMORALIZING Seattle Sounders loss at Philadelphia Union!](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/fans-react-to-demoralizing-seattle-sounders-loss-at-philadelphia-union.md) - Lobbing Scorchers reacts and takes calls live after every Seattle Sounders match on YouTube!
- [These World Cup Awards Might Shock You](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/these-world-cup-awards-might-shock-you.md) - Lobbing Scorchers present a full World Cup recap and award show.
- [Fans react to Seattle Sounders MELTDOWN at Austin FC!](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/fans-react-to-seattle-sounders-meltdown-at-austin-fc.md) - Join us live after Seattle Sounders match on YouTube!
- [Seattle Sounders host Elijah Gozo on Trial](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/seattle-sounders-host-elijah-gozo-on-trial.md) - Brother of Real Salt Lake young star forward Zavier Gozo training in Seattle.
- [Kickoff: Processing a HISTORIC Seattle Sounders Catastrophe](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/processing-a-historic-seattle-sounders-catastrophe.md) - Join us live at 8 am PT every Monday!
- [Jake Zivin Talks Legacy of Timbers vs. Sounders Rivalry](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/jake-zivin-talks-legacy-of-timbers-vs-sounders-rivalry.md) - MLS and Apple TV commentator Jake Zivin talks with Lobbing Scorchers Ari Liljenwall about the upcoming Seattle Sounders vs. Portland Timbers rivalry match.
- [USMNT World Cup Autopsy + Sounders-Timbers Rivalry Week Begins!](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/usmnt-world-cup-autopsy-sounders-timbers-rivalry-week-begins.md) - The World Cup may be over for the USMNT, but there's still plenty to unpack and the tournament isn't finished just yet. On this episode, we're putting a bow on the United States' 2026 World Cup run with our full tournament autopsy in which we discuss the debacle against Belgium and get into Christi…
- [Sticker Hunting at Seattle's Biggest World Cup Trading Event](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/sticker-hunting-at-seattles-biggest-world-cup-trading-event.md) - Lobbing Scorchers alongside QED Coffee hosted a Panini World Cup Sticker trading event.
- [Lobbing Scorchers: USMNT return to Seattle for Biggest World Cup Match EVER](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-usmnt-return-to-seattle-for-biggest-world-cup-match-ever.md) - Lobbing Scorchers, Ari Liljenwall and Noah Riffe get ready for the biggest match Seattle has hosted at this World Cup. The USMNT are returning to Lumen Field for a Round of 16 rematch with Belgium and a place in the quarterfinals on the line. Is Belgium the beatable opponent everyone is making them…
- [Lobbing Scorchers: Seattle Artist Sol Moravia-Rosenberg Talks Haiti, Hip Hop, and the World Cup](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-seattle-artist-sol-moravia-rosenberg-talks-haiti-hip-hop-and-the-world-cup.md) - Lobbing Scorchers' Noah Riffe welcomes Seattle artist, photographer, and lifelong Sounders fan Sol (Solzilla) to the show for a conversation about the 2026 World Cup through a Haitian lens. Sol's mom was born and raised in Port-au-Prince, and Haiti is making one of its rare World Cup appearances at…
- [Lobbing Scorchers: Seattle is proving FIFA made the right call](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-seattle-is-proving-fifa-made-the-right-call.md) - Lobbing Scorchers, Ari Liljenwall and Noah Riffe break down the first week of the 2026 World Cup with the group stage opening round officially in the books. Egyptian supporters took over Seattle for Belgium and Egypt, downtown fan zones were buzzing without the USMNT even playing in town yet, and S…
- [Lobbing Scorchers: Rep. Rick Larsen on Trump, the USMNT & the 2026 World Cup](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-rep-rick-larsen-on-trump-the-usmnt-and-the-2026-world-cup.md) - Lobbing Scorchers’ Noah Riffe speaks with U.S. Representative Rick Larsen from Washington's 2nd district about the World Cup and its political impacts. Rep. Larsen was involved in getting the tournament to play matches in Seattle. Rep. Larsen shared his views on how President Donald Trump and his a…
- [We Sat in the Most Expensive Seats in Seattle!](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/we-sat-in-the-most-expensive-seats-in-seattle.md) - Lobbing Scorchers sent Eternal Blue Forever Girls to Lumen Field to watch Seattle Sounders vs. LA Galaxy in an influencer suite. Meeting up with Seattle influencers Corteezyy, Iconicgreen1, Alex Delgado and MORE!
- [Lobbing Scorchers: Seattle Mayor Tells All Ahead of FIFA World Cup](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-seattle-mayor-tells-all-ahead-of-fifa-world-cup.md) - Noah Riffe of Lobbing Scorchers interviews Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Seattle, Washington. The interview comes on the heels of Wilson and the administration announcing 1,400 free World Cup tickets for youth across the city of Seattle. The pair talk about the ways…
- [Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: Sounders Midseason Report Card + USMNT Roster Reaction](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-kickoff-sounders-midseason-report-card-usmnt-roster-reaction.md) - As MLS pauses for the World Cup, we'll give our takes on the weekend's loss to LAFC, then revisit the letter grades we handed out for the Seattle Sounders’ strikers, midfielders, defenders, goalkeepers, and coaching staff a few weeks ago and update them. Who’s improved, who’s slipped, and have any…
- [Lobbing Scorchers: Inside the Seattle Sounders Youth System](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-inside-the-seattle-sounders-youth-system.md) - Ari Liljenwall sits down with Seattle Sounders Technical Director Henry Brauner for an interview focused on the Seattle Sounders youth development system. Brauner shares with Lobbing Scorchers the recent success of the Sounders academy teams at the Generation Adidas Cup. One player who shined durin…
- [This Is Why Americans Are Obsessed With The USWNT](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/this-is-why-americans-are-obsessed-with-the-uswnt.md) - Lobbing Scorchers headed to Lumen Field to watch the US women's national team play in Seattle for the first time in nearly a decade. Teaming up with the United States Women's National Team and U.S. Soccer store Noah Riffe and Ari Liljenwall selected 4 lucky fans to receive $200 in merch. We’ve part…
- [Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: Sounders emerge toothless vs. LA Galaxy](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-kickoff-sounders-emerge-toothless-vs-la-galaxy.md) - On this episode, we break down the emotional rollercoaster that is the Seattle Sounders, from the season’s best win straight into the worst loss, the end of the home undefeated streak, and a worrying stretch of form that was only partially salvaged by the Earthquakes win. We talk Moose’s tooth, the…
- [Lobbing Scorchers: Are the Seattle Sounders wasting money?!](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-are-the-seattle-sounders-wasting-money.md) - Lobbing Scorchers hosts Ari Liljenwall and Noah Riffe take stock of MLS' latest Concacaf Champions Cup flameout and debate why the 2022 Seattle Sounders remain the only MLS club to have ever lifted the modern version of the trophy. What did that Sounders side have that the rest of Major League Socc…
- [We Asked Seattle Sounders fans about the FIFA World Cup](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/we-asked-seattle-sounders-fans-about-the-fifa-world-cup.md) - With the FIFA World Cup just over a month away, we spoke with Seattle residents who voiced frustration over ticket prices and accessibility. Many said they likely won't attend a match unless prices come down. Beyond cost, fans raised concerns about the political climate and visa issues preventing s…
- [Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: Seattle's lineup puzzle just got harder](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-kickoff-seattles-lineup-puzzle-just-got-harder.md) - We'll kick off with a full breakdown of another 1-1 draw for the Seattle Sounders and why the result felt like two points dropped after the Sporting KC stalemate. Then, we shift into the ongoing discourse: who should lead the Sounders' attack? Was Danny Musovski’s goal against San Diego enough to e…
- [Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: San Diego FC breakdown & Inter Miami's collapse](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-kickoff-san-diego-fc-breakdown-and-inter-miamis-collapse.md) - We check in after Seattle’s surprising 1-1 draw at Sporting KC and discuss if we should be worried about the offense or chalk this one up as an outlier amid an otherwise strong start. Then it's time to preview Seattle's upcoming showdown with San Diego FC at Lumen Field this Saturday. We'll see if…
- [Lobbing Scorchers: Snyder Brunell is better than Cavan Sullivan?!](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-snyder-brunell-is-better-than-cavan-sullivan.md) - Lobbing Scorchers’ Ari Liljenwall and Noah Riffe check back in after the Seattle Sounders took a 2-1 victory over FC Dallas at Lumen Field. Jordan Morris netted his first goal of the season after returning from injury and gave a candid quote at practice about how he lost some of his love of the gam…
- [Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: Sounders play the worst team in MLS!](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-kickoff-sounders-play-the-worst-team-in-mls.md) - In this episode, we'll discuss the Seattle Sounders' big win over FC Dallas in Matchday 10, then preview this weekend's trip to Children’s Mercy Park to face Sporting Kansas City, aka the “Club of Professional Enthusiasts,” who happen to be the actual worst team in Major League Soccer at the moment…
- [Lobbing Scorchers: FIFA's decision will DESTROY the game](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-fifas-decision-will-destroy-the-game.md) - In this episode, we break down the biggest threats standing between the Seattle Sounders and a 2026 Supporters’ Shield run. Who should we be most worried about, and can Seattle stay in the mix? We also dive into a key lineup question ahead of this Saturday’s matchup vs. FC Dallas: Could Jesús Ferre…
- [Under The Lights: Previewing FC Dallas with Sam Hale!](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/under-the-lights-previewing-fc-dallas-with-sam-hale.md) - It's time for an edition of Under the Lights where we'll bring back special guest Sam Hale to preview the Seattle Sounders' upcoming MLS regular-season match vs. FC Dallas at Lumen Field on Saturday. Sam is a veteran of the FC Dallas beat, working as executive producer of the FC Dallas Radio Networ…
- [Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: How does Seattle stack up with the West's best?](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-kickoff-how-does-seattle-stack-up-with-the-wests-best.md) - After an unfortunate exit from Concacaf Champions Cup, the Seattle Sounders returned to league play with a bang, beating St. Louis CITY SC 4-1 at Lumen Field in MLS Matchday 8. We'll give our takeaways from a cathartic result, then dive into our thought exercise of the week, where we'll discuss how…
- [Join us for a Lobbing Scorchers Welcome Home live show](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/join-us-for-a-lobbing-scorchers-welcome-home-live-show.md) - Lobbing Scorchers are hosting a Concacaf Champions Cup live pre-match show ahead of the Seattle Sounders vs. Tigres clash at Lumen Field in Seattle, Washington. Join us! Details 📍 Flatstick Pub - Pioneer Square | 240 2nd Ave S, Seattle, WA 98104⏰ 6:00 PM PT | Wednesday, April 15, 2026 All ages are…
- [Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: Sounders welcome a Liga MX giant](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-kickoff-sounders-welcome-a-liga-mx-giant.md) - A massive week awaits the Seattle Sounders, as the Rave Green welcome mighty Tigres UANL to Lumen Field to close out the Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinals. Facing a 2-0 aggregate deficit after Leg 1, can Seattle celebrate their long-awaited homecoming with a comeback and keep their CCC title dre…
- [Lobbing Scorchers: Did Brian Schmetzer Get it Wrong in Mexico?](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-did-brian-schmetzer-get-it-wrong-in-mexico.md) - Lobbing Scorchers’, Ari Liljenwall and Noah Riffe regroup after a tough Leg 1 of the Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinal. The Seattle Sounders sit in a 2-0 aggregate hole against Tigres UANL after failing to score at El Volcán. Can the Rave Green flip the script at Lumen Field, or is this year’s CC…
- [Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: Can Seattle take down Tigres?](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-kickoff-can-seattle-take-down-tigres.md) - After another successful episode of the Seattle Sounders Road Show, all eyes are on Concacaf Champions Cup, starting with Wednesday's massive quarterfinal opener at Tigres UANL. We'll give our final takeaways from Matchday 6's 1-0 victory at Houston and Paul Rothrock's game-winner, then react to a…
- [Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: Seattle's DPs vs. the rest of MLS](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-kickoff-seattles-dps-vs-the-rest-of-mls.md) - With the Seattle Sounders on a bye week, we take this episode to dive into a thought exercise where we compare Seattle's Designated Players to others around MLS. Later on, we'll preview the Rave Green's pending return to league play on Saturday at Houston Dynamo FC, then dive into some USMNT pundit…
- [Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: Grading the 2026 season so far](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-kickoff-grading-the-2026-season-so-far.md) - After a hectic road-heavy start to the 2026 campaign, it's finally bye week time for the Seattle Sounders, making it a good time to assess the squad's performance through 5 league matches and the Concacaf Champions Cup Round of 16. We'll dish out letter grades for position groups and overall perfor…
- [Lobbing Scorchers: Seattle Sounders are Playing One of Liga MX's Galacticos](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-seattle-sounders-are-playing-one-of-liga-mxs-galacticos.md) - After a widely successful tour of the Pacific Northwest with stops in Vancouver and Spokane, we’re back at the Sounder at Heart studio to discuss the exciting news of the Seattle Sounders’ opponent in the Conacaf Champions Cup quarterfinals: Tigres UANL, one of Mexico’s top clubs who are coming off…
- [Join us for a Lobbing Scorchers Spokane Live Show](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/join-us-for-a-lobbing-scorchers-spokane-live-show.md) - Lobbing Scorchers and Spokane Soccer Show are hosting a Concacaf Champions Cup live pre-match show ahead of the Seattle Sounders vs. Vancouver Whitecaps clash in Spokane. All ages are welcome before 8pm. Details 📍 Flatstick Pub - Spokane | 618 W Main Ave, Spokane, WA 99201 ⏰ 5:00 PM | Wednesday, M…
- [Lobbing Scorchers: Will Bruin Reveals All](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-will-bruin-reveals-all.md) - We're joined by former Seattle Sounders forward Will Bruin, who gives us the lowdown on what he's been up to in retirement and a behind-the-scenes look at the career of an MLS lifer. We discuss some of our favorite memories from his playing career, including the origin of his famous Dancing Bear go…
- [Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: Sounders Road Show Goes to Spokane](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-kickoff-sounders-road-show-goes-to-spokane.md) - The Seattle Sounders Road Show continued its hot start in MLS Matchday 4, this time smashing and grabbing all three points in Sunday night's 1-0 over San Jose at PayPal Park. We'll break down Seattle's mammoth defensive effort and Tino Lopez's insane goal-line clearance, then dive headlong into pre…
- [Lobbing Scorchers: Keith Costigan Talks Seattle Sounders and Calls Out USMNT Fans](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-keith-costigan-talks-seattle-sounders-and-calls-out-usmnt-fans.md) - Apple TV Broadcaster and commentator Keith Costigan talks about the Seattle Sounders MLS campaign ahead of their weekend matchup with San Jose Earthquakes. Costigan also shares his takes on Cristian Roldan and the USMNT fans displeasure with him. Lobbing Scorchers Keith Costigan Talks Seattle Sound…
- [Under The Lights: Previewing Seattle-Vancouver with Michael McColl](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/under-the-lights-previewing-seattle-vancouver-with-michael-mccoll.md) - We're joined by Michael McColl of AFTN to preview the upcoming Concacaf Champions Cup Round of 16 series between Seattle Sounders FC and Vancouver Whitecaps FC.We'll discuss all the fine points of the Cascadia rivalry matchup, get the inside scoop on what's going on with the Whitecaps, and bust out…
- [Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: Can Seattle make a CCC run?](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-kickoff-can-seattle-make-a-ccc-run.md) - After a victorious trip to St. Louis, the Seattle Sounders officially kick off their 2026 Concacaf Champions League campaign on Thursday with a massive Round-of-16 Leg 1 clash at Vancouver Whitecaps FC. We'll give our review of Saturday's win and discuss the state of the center back position follow…
- [Lobbing Scorchers: Seattle Sounders Make MORE Leagues Cup History?](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-seattle-sounders-make-more-leagues-cup-history.md) - We're joined by special guest Tim Foss of Sounder at Heart and co-host of the new SAH podcast network show Backpost Runners! Topics of discussion include Seattle's injury situation, which is quickly devolving into a crisis; a preview of Saturday's matchup at St. Louis CITY SC; and the rise of young…
- [Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: The Curse at America First](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-kickoff-the-curse-at-america-first.md) - Another trip to America First Field, another unfortunate L. We discuss the positives and negatives coming off Saturday's 2-1 defeat against Real Salt Lake and whether it's cause for concern ahead of another road matchup at St. Louis CITY SC. Later on, we'll react to some of the other results from a…
- [Lobbing Scorchers: Seattle Sounders Concacaf Champions Cup Opponent REVEALED](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-seattle-sounders-concacaf-champions-cup-opponent-revealed.md) - The Seattle Sounders’ 2026 MLS campaign is officially underway with a 2-0 victory over the Colorado Rapids in Matchday 1. With a trip to America First Field to face Real Salt Lake next on the docket, can the Rave Green finally snap their winless streak in the thriving metropolis of Sandy, Utah? Aft…
- [Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: Sounders carelessly jump to victory](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-kickoff-sounders-carelessly-jump-to-victory.md) - It was a big victory for the Seattle Sounders in Matchday 1, with Sunday night's comprehensive 2-0 victory over the Colorado Rapids. But it came at a cost, with Jordan Morris and Hassani Dotson each exiting with injuries. We'll discuss our biggest takeaways from the match, what we thought of the co…
- [Lobbing Scorchers: Everything We're Predicting for the 2026 Seattle Sounders Season](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-everything-were-predicting-for-the-2026-seattle-sounders-season.md) - The 2026 MLS season is here, and Lobbing Scorchers is sending off the preseason with one final episode before the action kicks off. The crew reunites in the studio for a spirited debate on Pedro de la Vega and his role heading into the new campaign, plus immediate reaction to the now-official trade…
- [Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: Analyzing Seattle's trade of Reed Baker-Whiting](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-kickoff-analyzing-seattles-trade-of-reed-baker-whiting.md) - Seattle Sounders homegrown fullback Reed Baker-Whiting has been traded to Nashville SC in a cash-for-player trade (reported $800k plus add-ons). We'll give our take on the surprising move and where it leaves Seattle's depth chart moving forward. We'll also welcome in special guest Favian Renkel to…
- [Lobbing Scorchers: Who is the best value on the Sounders?](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-who-is-the-best-value-on-the-sounders.md) - With Noah sidelined as he recovers from his big adventure to Marbella, we bring in official Lobbing Scorchers Data Guru/Math and Numbers Expert Spencer Hodapp for some preseason thought exercises related to some of his latest work for Sounder at Heart. We discuss his findings on several topics, inc…
- [Paul Rothrock Joins Lobbing Scorchers](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/a-sit-down-with-paul-rothrock.md) - Noah Riffe and Jeremiah Oshan interview Paul Rothrock in Spain. Lobbing Scorchers Paul Rothrock Joins the Show From Marbella, Spain! 0:00 / 53:15 Follow This Show Lobbing Scorchers Paul Rothrock Joins the Show From Marbella, Spain! Log In or Subscribe to Listen It's free and you can unsubscribe any…
- [Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: Preseason takeaways and a transfer rumor](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-kickoff-preseason-takeaways-and-a-transfer-rumor.md) - Seattle Sounders preseason churns onward as the Rave Green charge toward the start of their 2026 regular-season and Concacaf Champions Cup campaigns. After our first glimpse of the squad in action in a pair of friendlies in Marbella, we'll give our take on where things stand on the depth chart. We'…
- [Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: Obed Vargas on the move?](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-kickoff-obed-vargas-on-the-move.md) - We have a Bogert Bombshell to discuss, with Sunday's report that La Liga giant Atlético Madrid are in talks to acquire rising homegrown midfielder Obed Vargas. We'll dive into the latest developments regarding Obed's imminent departure, discuss the fit with Atlético and assess how Seattle is set up…
- [Lobbing Scorchers: This Seattle Sounders Player Has The Most to Prove](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-this-seattle-sounders-player-has-the-most-to-prove.md) - We are back with some Seattle Sounders and MLS offseason coverage from the new Sounder at Heart studio in the International District, just blocks away from Lumen Field! With the squad in Marbella for preseason training, we discuss the news of Nouhou’s contract extension and give our picks for the p…
- [Lobbing Scorchers: Seattle Sounders are Playing In Spokane?](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-seattle-sounders-are-playing-in-spokane.md) - Seattle Sounders players have reported for preseason training camp as the road to the 2026 regular-season opener draws closer. We'll discuss the state of the squad, as well as the news that the club is likely playing a Concacaf Champions Cup match in Spokane due to scheduling conflicts with Lumen F…
- [Under The Lights: A new frontrunner for Paul Rothrock?](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/under-the-lights-a-new-frontrunner-for-paul-rothrock.md) - We're back with more Seattle Sounders offseason coverage and our own Niko Moreno gave us quite the story to discuss, reporting that the San Jose Earthquakes have emerged as the frontrunner to sign Paul Rothrock. Could the fan-favorite winger be headed to a Western Conference rival?We'll also take a…
- [Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: The Barca Boys win MLS Cup](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-kickoff-the-barca-boys-win-mls-cup.md) - The 2025 MLS season is a wrap following Inter Miami and the Barca Boys' 3-1 victory over the Vancouver Whitecaps in Saturday's final at Chase Field. What, if any, implications does the Herons' victory have on the Seattle Sounders and their status within MLS? We'll debate that as part of our takeawa…
- [Under The Lights: Reacting to MLS schedule release](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/under-the-lights-reacting-to-mls-schedule-release.md) - We react to the release of next year's MLS season schedule and look at the biggest and best games the Seattle Sounders are slated to play in 2026. Later on, we'll discuss the Guardian's explosive report regarding Philadelphia Union sporting director Ernst Tanner, then dive into some USMNT punditry…
- [Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: Previewing Seattle's offseason](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-kickoff-previewing-seattles-offseason.md) - A big offseason lies ahead for the Seattle Sounders, with plenty of roster decisions to be made regarding key players from the 2025 squad. We've got the latest updates from Niko Moreno on where things stand, then we'll give our takes on what moves we might see in the coming weeks.Later on, we'll di…
- [Under The Lights: Reacting to MLS' calendar change](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/under-the-lights-reacting-to-mls-calendar-change.md) - In some blockbuster news, MLS has announced a shift in its competition calendar, aligning the league’s schedule with the world’s top soccer leagues. The league is also introducing a regular season format that will see MLS move from the Eastern and Western conference setup to a single table. We'll r…
- [Under The Lights: Can Sounders finish off Minnesota United?](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/under-the-lights-can-sounders-finish-off-minnesota-united.md) - It's do-or-die for the Seattle Sounders' 2025 season, as they head to Allianz Field for a winner-take-all Game 3 in their Round One Best-of-3 series. Can the Rave Green replicate their Game 2 fireworks and avoid a penalty-kick rematch with Dayne St. Clair? We'll also discuss some of the other playo…
- [Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: How should Seattle line up in Game 2?](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-kickoff-how-should-seattle-line-up-in-game-2.md) - It's one last preview of the Seattle Sounders' Round One Game 2 fixture vs. Minnesota United at Lumen Field on Monday. We'll project Seattle's starting XI, and also react to some of the other results that have taken place in Round One. Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff Kickoff: Seattle Sounders vs. Minneso…
- [Lobbing Scorchers: Meet The Seattle Mayoral Candidate Everyone's Talking About!](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-meet-the-seattle-mayoral-candidate-everyones-talking-about.md) - Seattle Mayoral Candidate Katie Wilson joins Lobbing Scorchers to talk about the 2026 World Cup, affordable housing, publicly funded childcare, her recent "scandals" and more! Election day is Thursday, Nov. 4, 2025 to find a ballot drop box visit: https://www.LobbingScorchers.com/vote Lobbing Scorc…
- [Under The Lights: Can Sounders save their season vs. Minnesota?](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/under-the-lights-can-sounders-save-their-season-vs-minnesota.md) - After a gut-wrenching PK defeat to Dayne St. Clair and Minnesota United in Game 1 of their Round One Best-of-3 series, the 2025 season is on the line as the Rave Green get set for Game 2 at Lumen Field on Monday. Can Seattle force a decisive Game 3 back at Allianz Field, or will they be the latest…
- [Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: One last playoff preview](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-kickoff-one-last-playoff-preview.md) - We give one last lookahead and project the lineup as the Seattle Sounders commence their MLS Cup Playoff campaign Monday evening, taking on Minnesota United in Game 1 of their Round One Best-of-3 series. Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff Kickoff: Seattle Sounders vs. Minnesota United PLAYOFF GAMEDAY previe…
- [Under The Lights: Lobbing Scorchers End-of-Season Awards show!](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/under-the-lights-lobbing-scorchers-end-of-season-awards-show.md) - With the 2025 regular season concluded, it's time to dole out some end-of-season awards for the Seattle Sounders. We've assembled an All-Star panel to discuss a collection of individual honors for this year's Seattle squad, including Team MVP, Attacking Player of the Year and Defensive Player of th…
- [Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: Can Sounders make an MLS Cup run?](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-kickoff-can-sounders-make-an-mls-cup-run.md) - Coming off a 2-1 Decision Day victory at New York City FC, it's time to look ahead to the MLS Cup Playoffs for the Seattle Sounders. A Round One matchup with Minnesota United awaits, pitting the Rave Green against an opponent that's gotten the better of them twice in 2025. Can they flip the script…
- [Under The Lights: Cristian Roldan is shining for USMNT](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/under-the-lights-cristian-roldan-is-shining-for-usmnt.md) - With Decision Day looming, Seattle star Cristian Roldan is having a banger stint with the US men's national team, logging a pair of class assists in this week's 2-1 friendly victory over Australia. With the bot community roiled in turmoil thanks to this development, we'll discuss whether the do-eve…
- [Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: Who should Sounders want to face in playoffs?](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-kickoff-who-should-sounders-want-to-face-in-playoffs.md) - It was a second straight 1-0 victory for the Seattle Sounders at Lumen Field on Saturday, as the Rave Green topped Real Salt Lake on a Paul Rothrock game-winner. With fifth place in the West all but locked up, we'll discuss Seattle's prospective postseason opponents, and preview this weekend's Deci…
- [Lobbing Scorchers: Obed Vargas is the Best Young Player in MLS](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-obed-vargas-is-the-best-young-player-in-mls.md) - Ari is back in the city of Seattle, and we are back with a jam-packed episode with thoughts on the Seattle Sounders’ big win over the Portland Timbers, as well as this week’s news that Obed Vargas is your No. 1 player on Lobbing Scorchers Obed Vargas is the Best Young Player in MLS - Ep. 125 0:00 /…
- [Under The Lights: How should Sounders line up vs. Real Salt Lake?](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/under-the-lights-how-should-sounders-line-up-vs-real-salt-lake.md) - After a big derby win over the Portland Timbers, the Seattle Sounders are back in action on Saturday when they host Western Conference foe Real Salt Lake at Lumen Field. With the squad heavily depleted thanks to a bunch of international absences, injuries, and a red card suspension to Albert Rusnak…
- [Lobbing Scorchers: Why the Seattle Sounders need to beat the Portland Timbers](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-why-the-seattle-sounders-need-to-beat-the-portland-timbers.md) - Noah brings in the Danny Musovski of Podcasting to cover for Ari as he is out on break to talk about the Seattle Sounders upcoming rivalry match with the Portland Timbers and Obed Vargas's 22 Under 22 ranking. Later in the show we ask if the Seattle Sounders can make an MLS Cup run, who should be i…
- [Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: Sounders set for another massive Cascadia derby](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-kickoff-sounders-set-for-another-massive-cascadia-derby.md) - It was another blown lead for the Seattle Sounders at Lumen Field in Matchday 37's Cascadia clash with the Vancouver Whitecaps. With another rivalry clash on the docket vs. the Portland Timbers this weekend, can the Rave Green snap out of their winless run since the Leagues Cup final? Or will the p…
- [Lobbing Scorchers: The Seattle Sounders Season is Already a Success](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-the-seattle-sounders-season-is-already-a-success.md) - After two losses to Austin FC and Inter Miami and a draw against LA Galaxy, the Seattle Sounders are more than likely not going to have home field advantage going into the playoffs. Will they bounce back this weekend? How are Lobbing Scorchers feeling about the playoffs and do Agenda Check. Lobbing…
- [Under The Lights: Can the Sounders slow down Vancouver? (feat. Michael McColl)](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/under-the-lights-can-the-sounders-slow-down-vancouver-feat-michael-mccoll.md) - Coming off a second straight loss, the Seattle Sounders return to action this weekend with a Cascadia rivalry clash vs. Vancouver Whitecaps FC at Lumen Field. We'll catch up with Michael McColl of AFTN to preview the matchup and get the latest on the 'Caps, who made waves in recent weeks with the a…
- [Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: What went wrong at Austin FC?](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-kickoff-what-went-wrong-at-austin-fc.md) - The Seattle Sounders were just seconds away from a 1-1 draw at Q2 Stadium on Sunday Night Soccer, but a heartbreaking last-second concession sent the Rave Green to a second straight loss. We'll break down what went wrong on that fateful final goal, then talk about our broader takeaways on Seattle's…
- [Under The Lights: Hangover watch and Reed Baker-Whiting extension!](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/under-the-lights-hangover-watch-and-reed-baker-whiting-extension.md) - It was an unceremonious rematch with Inter Miami and the Barca Boys in Matchday 34, bringing the question to the forefront: Are the Seattle Sounders nursing a Leagues Cup hangover? We'll talk about that, preview this Sunday's road showdown at Austin FC, and react to Thursday's news that Reed Baker-…
- [Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: Do Sounders have a goalkeeper controversy?](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-kickoff-do-sounders-have-a-goalkeeper-controversy.md) - It was a tough result for the Seattle Sounders in Matchday 33, with an unfortunate late concession making for a 2-2 draw vs. LA Galaxy at Lumen Field. With Inter Miami and the Crashout Barca Boys up next on a short turnaround, we'll assess what went wrong at the end of Saturday's match and preview…
- [Lobbing Scorchers Matchday Story: Built, Not Bought](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-matchday-story-built-not-bought.md) - The Seattle Sounders faced off against Inter Miami in the 2025 Leagues Cup Final at Lumen Field. The Lobbing Scorchers boys Noah Riffe and Ari Liljenwall were there to document the whole match. Follow along with our brand new soccer match day vlog as they meet fans, watch the game and react to the…
- [Lobbing Scorchers: How the Seattle Sounders Became a Dynasty](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-how-the-seattle-sounders-became-a-dynasty.md) - After the Seattle Sounders won the Leagues Cup its time to talk about if the MLS club is a dynasty. Sounder at Heart's Tim Ostlund-Foss plays the role of guest host this week as we discuss MLS news, the recent USMNT matches, and of course, Agenda Check. Lobbing Scorchers How the Seattle Sounders Be…
- [Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: What's at stake for rest of Sounders season?](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-kickoff-whats-at-stake-for-rest-of-sounders-season.md) - It's back to reality for the Seattle Sounders after their magical Leagues Cup title run, as the Rave Green get set to return to league play with yet another matchup vs. LA Galaxy in Matchday 33. With the focus now back on the Western Conference table and playoff positioning, we'll take a look at Se…
- [Lobbing Scorchers: We Won Leagues Cup!](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-we-won-leagues-cup.md) - The Seattle Sounders bask in the glow of their Leagues Cup 2025 title and wait to learn about the fallout from Inter Miami’s postgame crash out. We’ve got new details on what Lionel Messi reportedly told Pedro de la Vega and Obed Vargas during the match, and it doesn’t seem very GOATed. We’ll talk…
- [Under The Lights: Basking more in Seattle's Leagues Cup title!](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/under-the-lights-basking-more-in-seattles-leagues-cup-title.md) - The dust has settled following the Seattle Sounders' epic Leagues Cup 2025 triumph, which culminated with a legendary win in the tournament final over Inter Miami, Lionel Messi and the Barca Boys. With a bit of a break before the Rave Green return to action in Matchday 32, we'll bask more in the gl…
- [Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: Leagues Cup final preview special!](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-kickoff-leagues-cup-final-preview-special.md) - It's a special episode of Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff as we give one final lookahead to one of the biggest games in Seattle Sounders history: Sunday's Leagues Cup final clash with Lionel Messi, the Barca Boys, and Inter Miami CF! Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff Lobbing Scorchers Live: Previewing the 2025 L…
- [Under The Lights: Sounders welcome Messi and the Barca Boys](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/under-the-lights-sounders-welcome-messi-and-the-barca-boys.md) - The Seattle Sounders are off to the Leagues Cup 2025 final coming off Wednesday's massive 2-0 semifinal triumph over the LA Galaxy. Now, a matchup with the GOAT awaits, as Lionel Messi and the Barca Boys get set to come to Lumen Field for Sunday's title match. Can the Rave Green slow down he mighty…
- [Lobbing Scorchers: What Went WRONG in the Transfer Window?](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-what-went-wrong-in-the-transfer-window.md) - The Secondary Transfer Window is officially over, and with the Seattle Sounders famously not making any moves, we take stock of Craig Waibel’s press conference this week at Lumen Field. Are we buying or selling the GM’s rationale for another window with no major movement? Later on, we go over Armch…
- [Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: How should Sounders line up in Leagues Cup semis?](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-kickoff-how-should-sounders-line-up-in-leagues-cup-semis.md) - After a rotated side pulled out a dominating 5-2 victory for the Seattle Sounders over Sporting KC in Matchday 30, it's onto the Leagues Cup semifinals, where the Rave Green will take on LA Galaxy at Dignity Health Sports Park.We'll review Seattle's 5-goal outburst against the Wrestling Enthusiasts…
- [Under The Lights: Which club had the best MLS Secondary Transfer Window?](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/under-the-lights-which-club-had-the-best-mls-secondary-transfer-window.md) - Another MLS transfer window has come and gone without any major movement for the Seattle Sounders. We'll take a look around the league and see which clubs made the best and worst moves, and whether we would have wanted Seattle to target any of the inbound players. We'll also be talking some Leagues…
- [Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: Can Sounders bounce back in Leagues Cup return?](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-kickoff-can-sounders-bounce-back-in-leagues-cup-return.md) - After a blistering 10-match unbeaten streak, the Seattle Sounders were brought back down to earth by Minnesota United in Matchday 29. With their focus now returning back to Leagues Cup with a massive knockout round showdown vs. Liga MX foe Pueblas at Lumen Field on Wednesday, can the Rave Green put…
- [Under The Lights: Can Sounders get revenge at Minnesota?](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/under-the-lights-can-sounders-get-revenge-at-minnesota.md) - One team has beaten the Seattle Sounders at Lumen Field in 2025: Minnesota United FC, who are Seattle's opposition for the upcoming Western Conference road clash in Matchday 29 at Allianz Field. Can the Rave Green keep their ballistic run of attacking form rolling against a Loons side that Seattle…
- [Lobbing Scorchers: Why Do The Seattle Sounders HATE a Summer Transfer](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-why-do-the-seattle-sounders-hate-a-summer-transfer.md) - The Seattle Sounders transfer window discourse and discussion on the stock of General Manager Craig Waibel. Should Brian Schmetzer be in the running for Coach of the Year? Is a No. 9 actually the best use of the open U22 slot? Then take a look at some of Seattle’s competitors in the race for a top-…
- [Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: Is this the Sounders' best attacking stretch ever?](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-kickoff-is-this-the-sounders-best-attacking-stretch-ever.md) - The Seattle Sounders can't stop scoring, this time taking a resounding 4-0 victory at LA Galaxy in Matchday 28. With a historic 26 goals in their last eight games, can anything slow the Rave Green down as they eye a top-four spot in the Western Conference and a first-ever Leagues Cup title? Lobbing…
- [Under The Lights: Who are Seattle's biggest Leagues Cup competitors?](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/under-the-lights-who-are-seattles-biggest-leagues-cup-competitors.md) - It's onto the Leagues Cup quarterfinals for the Seattle Sounders after the Rave Green wrapped up a perfect 3-0-0 Phase One with a 2-1 victory over Club Tijuana on Wednesday. With the rest of the quarterfinal bracket taking shape, we'll take a look at how Seattle sizes up against the other advancing…
- [Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: Are the Sounders Leagues Cup favorites?](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-kickoff-are-the-sounders-leagues-cup-favorites.md) - Coming off their historic 7-goal romp over Cruz Azul, the Seattle Sounders made it two in a row in Leagues Cup 2025 Phase One, this time topping Santos Laguna 2-1 at Lumen Field. With two wins and a gaudy +8 goal differential, ae the Rave Green tournament frontrunners with one Phase One match left…
- [Lobbing Scorchers: American Non-League is MORE Fun Than MLS?!](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-american-non-league-is-more-fun-than-mls.md) - It’s time for Leagues Cup, but we lead this episode off with a recap of Lobbing Scorchers’ trip to InterBay Stadium to take in the USL League Two semifinals between Ballard FC and Flint City Bucks. Can the Sounders or other MLS clubs take notes from what’s arguably a superior gameday experience. Af…
- [Lobbing Scorchers: Should you care about Leagues Cup?](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-should-you-care-about-leagues-cup.md) - The Seattle Sounders have one more game before the Leagues Cup break as they head East to take on reeling Atlanta United. We start the show with some takes on the MLS All-Star Game, Lionel Messi’s absence, and Obed Vargas’s cameo, then move on to some positive injury news for João Paulo, and our Ag…
- [Under The Lights: How Sounders should line it up in Atlanta](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/under-the-lights-how-sounders-should-line-it-up-in-atlanta.md) - Ahead of Seattle's Matchday 26 clash at Atlanta United, we'll break out the lineup builder and project the XI for Saturday's match at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. We'll also react to some Brian Schmetzer sound and talk injury updates to João Paulo and Paul Rothrock.
- [Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: Can  Sounders stay hot at Atlanta United?](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-kickoff-can-sounders-stay-hot-at-atlanta-united.md) - Coming off a 3-2 victory over the San Jose Earthquakes at Lumen Field, it's an Eastern Conference road trip for the Seattle Sounders as they get set to take on reeling Atlanta United. With one last match before Leagues Cup begins, can Seattle make it a fourth straight game with at least three goals…
- [Lobbing Scorchers: Are the Seattle Sounders Undisciplined?](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-are-the-seattle-sounders-undisciplined.md) - Three more goals and two more penalties conceded later, and it was a 3-3 draw for the Seattle Sounders against the Colorado Rapids at Lumen Field on Wednesday. After a similar script vs. Sporting KC with more self-inflicted wounds, what should we make of the discipline issues afflicting the Rave Gr…
- [Under The Lights: Reacting to Sounders vs. Rapids](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/under-the-lights-reacting-to-sounders-vs-rapids.md) - With the Seattle Sounders playing midweek in Matchday 25, this episode of Under the Lights will also serve as our postgame reaction/call-in show. Hop on the show and lay down some takes as we assess Seattle's latest result in the race for a top-four spot in the Western Conference!
- [Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: Does Jordan Morris unlock Sounders' attack?](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-kickoff-does-jordan-morris-unlock-sounders-attack.md) - It was an electric first half and a chaotic ending as the Seattle Sounders topped Sporting KC 3-2 at Children's Mercy Park in Matchday 24. With Jordan Morris marking his return with the opener as part of a three-goal outburst, is Seattle's attack about to get rolling?We'll also dive into the second…
- [Lobbing Scorchers: Something Feels Different About Sporting KC](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-something-feels-different-about-sporting-kc.md) - We are joined by Kevincho to discuss the upcoming Seattle Sounders vs Sporting Kansas City matchup. The Club of Professional Wresting Enthusiasts have a new coach and a dangerous striker in Dejan Joveljić. We also dive into the Club World Cup, American soccer fans and River Plate. Lobbing Scorchers…
- [Under The Lights: Sounders take on Professional Wrestling Enthusiasts](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/under-the-lights-sounders-take-on-professional-wrestling-enthusiasts.md) - It's Sporting KC week, and you know what that means: The Seattle Sounders are taking on the famed Club of Professional Wrestling Enthusiasts, who are having a rough go of it in 2025. On this episode of Under the Lights, we'll talk about that matchup, listen to some sound from training at Longacres,…
- [Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff: Stefan Frei injury update & more from Matchday 22](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-kickoff-stefan-frei-injury-update-and-more-from-matchday-22.md) - A scary injury to goalkeeper Stefan Frei overshadowed a well-played 1-1 draw against the Columbus Crew on Sunday Night Soccer. While we await an official prognosis on the star backstop, the Sounders will look to get back in the win column in Matchday 23 when they take on Western Conference foe Spor…
- [Under The Lights: Sounders match up with one of MLS's best](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/under-the-lights-sounders-match-up-with-one-of-mlss-best.md) - After starting their return to MLS play with a smooth 2-0 victory over Austin FC at Lumen Field, the Seattle Sounders will now welcome one of the league's elite sides in Matchday 22 when they host Wilfried Nancy's high-flying Columbus Crew on Sunday Night Soccer.We're joined by Crew reporter Caleb…
- [Lobbing Scorchers: The Seattle Sounders Played Better Than Inter Miami?!](https://lobbingscorchers.com/blog/lobbing-scorchers-the-seattle-sounders-played-better-than-inter-miami.md) - With the Club World Cup now a wrap, the Seattle Sounders returned to league play with a 2-0 victory over Austin FC at Lumen Field. Was this a breakout performance for Jesús Ferreira? We discuss that as part of the Dub Pod and Agenda Check. We also dive into some more Club World Cup discourse, inclu…

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