Head Coach Brian Schmetzer reveals his lineup for tonight's Western Conference Final showdown against the LA Galaxy (7 p.m. PT; Watch on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV, iHeartMedia Audio Stream / Sounders FC Mobile App, El Rey 1360AM) at Dignity Health Sports Park. Here is the Starting XI:
LINEUP NOTES:
- Head Coach Brian Schmetzer makes three changes from the Sounders' Western Conference Semifinal win against LAFC with Nouhou, Nathan and Georgi Minoungou replacing Jonathan Bell, Reed Baker-Whiting, and Yeimar.
- Jordan Morris scored the game-winning strike in extra time against LAFC, the ninth playoff goal of his career, tying teammate Raúl Ruidíaz for most among active players in MLS. It was his 24th game-winning goal in MLS play (including postseason), also tying Ruidíaz for most in club history.
- In 2024, Seattle and LA Galaxy have met on three different occasions in all competitions, with the two sides playing to an even 1-1-1 record. LA Galaxy defeated Seattle 1-0 on March 30 in California before the teams played to a scoreless draw on May 5 in Seattle. The Rave Green then defeated the Galaxy 3-1 in Leagues Cup 2024 action.
- Should Seattle win against the LA Galaxy, it would advance to the 2024 MLS Cup Final against the winner of the Orlando-New York Red Bulls match, also being played on November 30. The Rave Green would host the championship match on December 7 on the Emerald Queen Casino Pitch at Lumen Field.
