The dazzling combinations between forwards Obafemi Martins and Clint Dempsey resulted in a 2-1 home victory for Sounders FC over Toronto FC on Saturday evening. In their first appearance together since May 31, the pair of MLS All-Stars each scored to vault the Rave Green to fourth place in the Western Conference. Next up, Seattle visits the San Jose Earthquakes at newly constructed Avaya Stadium on Saturday for a conference clash with postseason implications.
Before another key match, check out the latest news and notes on the Sounders:
- Don Ruiz of The News Tribune featured a story on Sounders FC Owner Adrian Hanauer and the blending of athletics and art in his life.
- As reported by The Seattle Times, forward Clint Dempsey will stay with the Sounders after originally being called-in by the United States Men’s National Team.
- Goalkeeper Stefan Frei earned his second straight Save of the Week award from MLSsoccer.com.
- In the area of organizational development, Sounders FC Academy kicks-off its 2015-2016 year season.
- MLSsoccer.com checked out the FIFA 16 demo, which included an updated Sounders roster and the integration of CenturyLink Field.
- Obafemi Martins is again up for AT&T Goal of the Week.
