The Background
The Seattle Sounders and LA Galaxy are two of the most successful teams in Major League Soccer (MLS). They have a fierce rivalry that dates back to the early days of the league. Both teams have won multiple championships, and their matches are always highly anticipated.
The Teams
The Seattle Sounders are based in Seattle, Washington, and were founded in 2007. They have won the MLS Cup twice, in 2016 and 2019, and have also won four US Open Cups. The team is known for its passionate fan base, who are known as the ‘Sounders FC Alliance’. The Sounders have a number of star players, including US international midfielder Cristian Roldan and Peruvian striker Raul Ruidiaz.
The LA Galaxy were founded in 1995 and are based in Los Angeles, California. They are one of the most successful teams in MLS history, having won five MLS Cups and four Supporters’ Shields. The team has had a number of world-class players over the years, including David Beckham, Landon Donovan, and Zlatan Ibrahimovic. The current squad includes Mexican international forward Javier Hernandez and Argentine midfielder Sebastian Lletget.
The Rivalry
The Seattle Sounders and LA Galaxy have played each other numerous times over the years, with their first meeting taking place in 2009. Since then, they have played each other over 30 times, with the Sounders winning 12, the Galaxy winning 11, and the remaining matches ending in a draw.
The rivalry between the two teams has intensified in recent years, with both teams competing for top spot in the Western Conference. The matches are always highly anticipated, with both sets of fans creating an intense atmosphere at the stadium.
The Matches
The matches between the Seattle Sounders and LA Galaxy are always high-scoring affairs, with both teams known for their attacking play. Some of the most memorable matches between the two teams include the 2014 MLS Cup Playoffs, where the LA Galaxy won 2-1, and the 2015 US Open Cup, where the Sounders won 3-1.
The most recent meeting between the two teams took place in September 2021, with the Sounders winning 1-0 thanks to a goal from Raul Ruidiaz. The two teams will meet again in October 2021 in what is sure to be another highly anticipated match.
The Future
The rivalry between the Seattle Sounders and LA Galaxy shows no signs of slowing down. Both teams are expected to continue to compete for top spot in the Western Conference, and their matches are sure to be highly anticipated for years to come.
Conclusion
The Seattle Sounders and LA Galaxy have a fierce rivalry that is known throughout MLS. The matches between the two teams are always highly anticipated, with both sets of fans creating an intense atmosphere at the stadium. With both teams continuing to compete for top spot in the Western Conference, the future of this rivalry looks very exciting.
