MLS

Seattle Sounders versus LAFC starting lineup: Sounders kick off 2018 season vs. MLS newcomers

Cristian Roldan and Román Torres

The Seattle Sounders are hosting 2018 MLS expansion franchise LAFC in their inaugural match on Sunday (2 p.m. PT; ESPN, YouTube TV, 950 KJR AM, El Rey 1360 AM). Here is the Delta Starting XI:

Seattle Sounders versus LAFC starting lineup: Sounders kick off 2018 season vs. MLS newcomers  -

NOTES:


- The Sounders employ a rotational lineup in a match bookended by two CONCACAF Champions League fixtures. Seattle will host Liga MX side Chivas on Wednesday at CenturyLink Field at 7 p.m. PT in the first leg of the quarterfinals.


- After going 90 minutes against Santa Tecla FC on Thursday, Chad Marshall, Clint Dempsey and Jordan McCrary won’t factor in the Starting XI with Dempsey and McCrary not in the 18 at all.


- Jordy Delem gets the start at right fullback with McCrary resting and Kelvin Leerdam still out with an ankle sprain.

2026 Season Membership Deposits

2026 Season Membership Deposits

Feel the pull of the Sound and step into something bigger. 2026 will continue to put Seattle soccer on the world stage, so there's no better time to join the Rave Green and grow with the Sounders legacy. Secure your seat alongside the best fans in MLS.

Two Tickets & Two Beers (vs. Portland Timbers)

Two Tickets & Two Beers (vs. Portland Timbers)

Come out to Lumen Field to watch your Seattle Sounders take on Portland with this special ticket offer sponsored by Michelob Ultra. For just $40 + Taxes & Fees, get two tickets & two beers for the match. For 21+ fans only and drinks must be picked up in the North Plaza 21+ beer garden prior to kickoff.

Kickoff at 7:30 p.m. PT on October 4.

Match & Merch Bundle (vs. Portland Timbers)

Match & Merch Bundle (vs. Portland Timbers)

Add a limited-edition Cascadia Rivalry t-shirt to your ticket to the Portland Timbers match. Matchday pick up info will be communicated prior to the match via email.

Kickoff at 7:30 p.m. PT on October 4.