Three Sounders FC players named to 2021 MLS Best XI

Three Sounders FC players named to 2021 MLS Best XI

SEATTLE, WASH. – Major League Soccer today announced the 2021 MLS Best XI, an annual list recognizing the league’s top players at each position as determined by media, MLS players and MLS club technical staff. This year’s squad includes three Sounders FC players – forward Raúl Ruidíaz, midfielder João Paulo
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