"Mexico corre por mis venas y soy orgullosamente mexicano." Dijo Obed Vargas sobre su decisión de renunciar a la selección estadounidense y comprometerse a la selección de Mexico.
Increíble escuchar el amor que le tiene a sus raíces el prometedor volante de Seattle
#Sounders
Raúl was randomly asked, why he didn't go to big Mexican club after his success in Morelia.
His answer:
Frankly I did come to a big club, which is Seattle
#Sounders
and I am very happy here. This is a league growing a lot and it had caught my attention.
#MLSCup
📸
@alonso_inca
More good news for
#Sounders
I'm told fan favorite and veteran striker Fredy Montero has come to terms with Seattle and will be back next season. No details on his contract but I am almost certain it will be for a salary similar to last season.
Another great move by Seattle.
Waking up to
#Sounders
news!
I'm told João Paulo has come to terms with Seattle and the club manged to lock down a new deal, which could secure the 🇧🇷 midfielder through 2024 per source.
It'll be interesting to see details on the
#MLS
MVP finalist contract.
📷:
@FutbolKgs
I'm told Cristian Roldan is close to signing an extension with
#Sounders
that would secure him for 5 more years. Source added that there were multiple offers from other clubs on the table, including two outside of
#MLS
Great move by Waibel and Seattle keeping the midfielder 👏👏
"Nosotros nunca ponemos a Raúl a que cubrirá el espacio del primer palo para defender ninguna jugada de balon detenido. Ese será mi único comentario. Raul tiene muchas cualidades y el entrenador de
#Peru
tiene el derecho de ponerlo donde él quiera."
Respondió el de
#Sounders
All I know is that Osvaldo Alonso deserves a Ken Griffey jr. type statue in front of Starfire and I want it with him holding the MLS Cup.
#OsvaldoAlonso
#Sounders
#Legends
I'm told that
#Sounders
assistant coach Gonzalo Pineda has come to terms with
#Uniteandconquer
and will be signed to a 3 year contract, putting him in charge of the team immediately.
We will wait for official word from either Seattle or Atlanta but it appears the deal is done.
I have confirmed that Albert Rusnak and
#Sounders
have agreed to terms on what a source tells me is a deal through 2023 with a 2024 option.
As far as I can tell, there are still a few steps of signing process that must be gone over before the contract is finalized.
@SportsPulso
- There are no words to describe what I'm feeling right now.
-This is the most important title in my career at the club level. I am very proud to be a part of this institution. Very proud of myself for everything I have done, all my sacrifice.
📽:
#Sounders
defender and
#MLS
nominee for defender of the year Yeimar Gómez Andrade has been called up for the first time in his Carr by Colombia.
This is huge news for a player that has earned it from the very beginning.
During the broadcast
@TaylorTwellman
is trying to imply that Brian Schmetzer is worried about
#LAFC
bringing in 33 year-old Gareth Bale and that the
#Sounders
should feel like they are chasing LA. I could not disagree more, I don't see Brian Schmetzer loosing any sleep about it.
I'm told that Cristian Roldan and Jordan Morris have signed their finalized long-term contracts with the
#Sounders
. As I reported, Cristian's deal will lock him down through 2027, but I don't have any details on Jordan's contract.
We'll wait for official word from the club.
Asked this guy what
#Sounders
needed to do to win on May 4th against
#Pumas
and he said "They must strike first."
Sensei Kreese with the knowledge 😂
#CobraKai
I am told that
#Sounders
defender Yeimar Gomez Andradre has gotten a new deal that as you can see in the MLSPA salary statement, has nearly doubled his initial base salary.
His new contract would keep him in Seattle through 2024 and two additional club options after that.
Got my coffee, had to be at SeaTac Airport at 3:30 a.m. , but excited to cover the first leg of this
#CCL2022
final.
I see some
#Sounders
fans on board, which tells me I'm on the right flight 🤣, plus I have my guy
@JeremiahOshan
in the seat directly in front of me 🛩 🇲🇽
Raúl Ruidíaz told us his contract with
#Sounders
is guaranteed until 2021, with an options of an additional year in 2022. However, he would love to remain with the club beyond that.
🗣I'm happy here, my family is happy here, actually we've even thought about living here long term
Raúl Ruidíaz le compartió al
@ELROLONW
que le gustaría permanecer con
#Sounders
y quedarse a vivir en Seattle.
El goleador peruano confirmó que su contrato esta vigente hasta el 2021 con una opción de un año adicional en el 2022.
Entrevista completa 👇
Poor attendance for today's
#LeaguesCup2024
28,526 here at Lumen. If the fans were trying to make a point in regards to this tournament, they have done it.
Russell Wilson met Zlatan Ibrahimovic after the Sounders 4-3 win over LA Galaxy and took a few photos of his kids with the striker.
#MLS
#SoundersMatchday
Always good to see João Paulo at
#Sounders
training session.
Here is the former
#MLS
MVP candidate at Lumen Field getting some work done.
📽:
@SportsPulso
This save will go down in
#Sounders
history as one of the most important for this franchise.
Stefan Frei was absolutely crucial in last night's 1-1 draw against
#NYCFC
, his composure and ability to get big when closing down on the shooter is brilliant.
BRILLIANT!
Source close to Ruidíaz's camp tells me he is not any negotiations or talks with Universitario.
I'm told the Raúl is not pleased with reports indicating he's looking for a way out to another club when his focus is completely in
#Sounders
through the remainder of his contract.
One of the most notable things I have noticed over the last few days at
#Sounders
practice is how fit João Paulo looks.
It is impressive how his conditioning stands out, coming back from a severe injury. He fights every ball and covers so much ground.
He looks in top form 🔥
I'm told center back Xavier Arreaga has reached an agreement with
#Sounders
for a new contract that will keep him in Seattle through 2024.
The 27 y/o 🇪🇨 defender is coming from his best season since coming to
#MLS
and being a key component of the 3 man backline.
📷:
@FutbolKgs
was looking at the
#MLS
stat leaders and it is astonishing to see
#Sounders
CB Yeimar Gómez Andrade leading the interceptions category with 72 with the next player being Andres Reyes with 59 interceptions.
Yeimar has led that category every year since joining the league.
I mean no disrespect, but its is hard for me to understand how you decide to play Acosta over Cristian Roldan, specially in that part of the field and this formation for
#USMNT
In a perfect world, Nicolas Lodeiro and Stefan Frei would be back to celebrate next year as the
#Sounders
celebrate their 50-year anniversary.
Negotiations should still happen but Nicolas Lodeiro face in this photo is of someone that has given his heart & Soul to a club.
Yeah, it's a business, but it's still never easy knowing if it's your last chance to thank them and say goodbye.
Thank you,
@NicolasLodeiro
Shooting for
@sounderatheart
At least one source has confirmed that
#Sounders
is structuring a deal to sign
#MLS
veteran and
#RSL
midfielder Albert Rusnak.
His versatility could make him a key component under Seattle’s 4-2-3-1 or their variations of their 3 CBs formations.
Makes a lot of sense.
Notes from
#SOUNDERS
practice:
- Cristian Roldan was limited in practice today
- Nouhou was on full practice, seems to be ready to go
- Leo Chu was full in practice and looked very good
- Raúl Ruidíaz told me today " I am ready, they need to unchain the beast
👀
So many fans un Uruguay made fun of Lodeiro getting called, they wonder why an MLS player was called up to play and he answers with a goal (His 5th with Uruguay) an assist and a great performance. ¡El Capitan Esmeralda!
#SoundersMatchday
Brian Schmetzer points out
#RCTID
not making the playoffs as one of the positive aspects of the night additionally to the
#Sounders
win over
#AllForCITY
Our
@SportsPulso
reporter
@NickNegriniG
here breaking the best about Raúl Ruidíaz agreeing to terms with
#Sounders
for a 3 year contract with no additional club options.
Looks like the Rave Green met every requirement that "La Pulga" wanted.
Another win for Garth and FO.
🚨 RAÚL RUIDÍAZ RENOVÓ CON SEATTLE SOUNDERS.
Su renovación es por tres años más sin opción a un año más. La directiva cumplió los requerimientos de la 'Pulga' para que se quede. Ya está en Seattle, hoy pasa exámenes médicos y mañana se une a la pretemporada.
Thanks to
@FS1
this was the only way I could have caught Lodeiro’s goal and the rest of the
#Sounders
game vs
#Matagua
😂
I think I see Nico celebrating LOL
Cristian Roldan has been such a consistent difference makers for
#Sounders
over the last 6 years that, at times, he gets overlooked just because he is simply expected to play at a high level.
Today, he performed at a level so far beyond that; he simply stole the show.
I can independently confirm that reports about Gustav Svensson playing through 2020 are accurate. It appears Svensson's option was picked up by the
#Sounders
but will wait on official word within the next couple days. I will say he earned it with great play in the midfield.
#MLS
I'm told that after his last visit to the Seattle area, former
#Sounders
, CB Roman Torres, began conversations with the Tacoma Stars & is now finalizing a contract to play with the indoor soccer side this upcoming season.
Announcement is set around the 29th of June.
Last night, Nicolas Lodeiro told me this peculiar celebration was inspired by his son.
"I did it for my son. At home he is always doing that same dance so I told him I'd do it during a game. Therefore, after celebrating with the guys I decided to do it".
You have to love Nico.
Here are a few photos of Roman Torres visiting today's
#Sounders
training session.
His former teammates Raúl and Nico were excited to see him, while it was just great to see him next to Yeimar and imagine how intimidating that CB would have looked in Roman's prime 🤔
#Sounders
RB Alex Roldan shared his thoughts on how under used his brother is with the
#USMNT
bringing up valid points a lot of us can easily agree with.
Full interview here:
Brian Schmetzer shared his personal thoughts on Xavier Arreaga's controversial Instagram post and he also provided the
#Sounders
approach on this sensitive matter.
The head coach said he plans to have a talk with the CB about the divisive and insensitive cartoon he shared.
Absolutely brilliant, beautiful, delightful goal by Luis Diaz to give
#Colombia
🇨🇴 the 1-0 lead over
#Brazil
🇧🇷
Great service by Cuadrado as well but that finish, that finish is remarkable, without a doubt the best goal in
#CopaAmerica2021
📽:
@TUDNUSA
Raul Ruidíaz on the fan base:
Fans are incredible here. From the first day I arrived, they welcomed me in an spectacular fashion. I actually didn't know what to do with myself the day I was first introduced and game after game, home or away, their support has been incredible.
- There are no words to describe what I'm feeling right now.
-This is the most important title in my career at the club level. I am very proud to be a part of this institution. Very proud of myself for everything I have done, all my sacrifice.
📽:
These are the type of things I really enjoy about going to
#Sounders
training on the daily.
You get to appreciate things like Adrian Hanauer's love for the game. He usually does this type of thing while I'm in the middle of something but today I got a glimpse on video.
🙌
Andy Rose is in
#Sounders
practice and it looks like he is part of the coaching staff. That could be one of the coaching vacancies that Seattle was looking to fill for the season.
The club has always embraced those former players turned to coaching.
@SportsPulso
@sounderatheart
Here is the official
#FIFAClubWorldCup
draft 🚨
Seattle
#Sounders
will face the winner of Al Ahly SC and Auckland City FC. After, the winner of that particular game would face Real Madrid in the Semifinal 🔥
I would not have it any other way, Seattle has a chance to play Real.
It should make teams very nervous that Pedro de la Vega admitted he wasn't just fully fit and that he didn't feel as dynamic or as fast as he should be.
The Young DP even not at 100 % was a game changer today, beat players off the dribble and looked dangerous vs
#LAFC
#Sounders
Exactly 6 years ago, Raúl Ruidíaz was introduced at Lumen Field as the
#Sounders
' newest signing.
The Peruvian was coming from a brilliant few seasons at Club Morelia in
#LigaMX
Raúl would go on to win the 2019
#MLSCUP
, 2022
#CCL
& become the club's all-time leading scorer
🚨Breaking João Paulo update🚨
I'm told
#Sounders
are finalizing details on João Paulo's contract and terms to retain the Brazilian midfielder.
Seattle has been in negotiations with
#Botafogo
, it appears those are coming to an end and
#Sounders
will keep João.
@SportsPulso
Love to see an appropriate tribute from
@SoundersFC
for a player that left his sweet blood and tears on the field, taking the club to a level of success never achieved before.
His passion and love for the Rave Green were genuine, you can see it in this video.
#Sounders
🐐
I spoke to Roman Torres on Thursday and he told me how honored he was to be the one doing "Scarves Up" before such an important
#Sounders
game.
The iconic CB was anxious to share that moment with the supporters as well as his former teammates.
Three years ago today,
#Sounders
CB Román Torres scored this now legendary goal to put
#Panama
🇵🇦 in the 2018 World Cup.
Without a doubt one of the most unbelievable goals I've ever seen because of how it developed 🔥
Obed Vargas looks very good in training. He seems to be fully recovered, has been al over the field today and his touch on the ball is impressive considering the lack of playtime because of his injury.
#Sounders
📽:
@SportsPulso
I'm told Fredy Montero has come to terms with the Seattle
#Sounders
and will be signing with his former team soon.
Additionally, it sounds like the 🇨🇴 forward could keep his number 12 jersey which he used during his time with Vancouver Whitecaps.
@SportsPulso
#MLS
Raúl Ruidíaz making fans happy in México by taking off his practice jersey and giving it away 👏👏👏
The
#Sounders
striker is still remembered for what he did with Moerlia in
#LigaBBVAMX
Video:
@pablo_mascorro
I am told Román Torres has officially signed his contract extension with the Seattle Sounders, I won't share the details but I can guarantee you he will be here for a while.
#Sounders
#Panama
#Elcapi
It has been a privilege to cover the trajectory of IMO the greatest signing in
#MLS
history from start to finish
2
#MLS
🏆, 2 Conference 🏆, helping bring the 1st and only
#CONCACAF
Champions League trophy to an MLS team and a 🏅Newcomer of the year. It has been incredible 🙏
I've been saying this for a few years. It's great to hear journalists with a much larger following echo it.
Lodeiro’s immediate impact coming to the
#Sounders
mid season, his leadership & achievements reached thanks to his consistent goal contributions are almost irreplicable.
Nico Lodeiro goes down as one of the best signings in MLS history.
Since joining in midway through the 2016 season...
- Two MLS Cup wins (2016, 2019)
- Four MLS Cup appearances
- First MLS team to win the Concacaf Champions League (2022)
Raul Ruidiaz on rumors of a potential move to Ligue 1:
I really don’t spend time thinking about going to another team. I arrived in Seattle to give them the biggest joy which is adding star [Winning a title].
I am very happy here...
More 👇
The
@TacomaStarsSC
officially announces signing Roman Torres for their upcoming season as reported earlier this month.
The former
#Sounders
CB has been looking forward to coming back to the Seattle area for quite sometime.
It should be fun watching him with the Stars.
Source tells me the Raul Ruidiaz transfer is very close from closing, all parties have a agreed to terms and contact is only pending player signature and medical exams.
Sounds like things are moving a long, let's hope everything goes through as planned.
@sounderatheart
My 12 year old son just asked me why Zlatan seems to walk most of the time, never presses defensively and only seems to run when the ball is at his feet LOL. I told him that just how Zlatan plays.
His answer was, "My coach would have subbed me out for the lack of effort".
You have to give
#Sounders
supporters credit not only for making the trip, but for cheering, singing and finding a way for the players to hear them.
I talked to Nicolas Lodeiro and a few other players after the gane who mentioned, they could definitely hear their fans chants.
Ran into
@niquitabanana
at the airport and he shared a few details about
@WeAreECS
's travel contingent:
- About 125 people in group
- Mexican police escorted their 2 busses to and from stadium
- Weren't allowed to bring drums so they bought a 2G bucket, beat it with water bottles
That
#Sounders
Supporters section is always impressive. The atmosphere they provide as soon as the game starts really makes a difference and gives Seattle that true home field advantage.
At least two independent sources tell me and
@SportsPulso
that
#Sounders
is actively looking to sign free agent Fredy Montero.
The 33 year old Colombian forward has spent his last few season with the
#VWFC
and could now return to Seattle, where he started his
#MLS
career.
The
#Sounders
did not get the result but you have to love what
@WeAreECS
did with this tifo and the whole pregame ceremony.
"The greatest team you've ever seen" 🔥🔥🔥
Seattle Sounders acaba de mandar un comunicado anunciando de forma oficial la contratación de Raúl Ruidiaz. El delantero de 27 años es proveniente del Monarcas y llega directamente desde Rusia donde jugó con la selección de Perú. ¡Fantástica contratación!
Fotos / Sounders FC
Man!! All these
#MLS
haters are not going to sleep well tonight after Gregg Berhalter, a qualified, intelligent and recognized coach calls up more Major League Soccer players than many Euro snobs wanted.
Happy for Cristian Roldan and Jordan Morris that worked they way in.
Obed Vargas has the confidence, vision, and ball skills of a player well beyond his years. His ability to turn in tight spaces, avoid pressure at 16 years-old is extremely promising for
#Sounders
I'm told, former
#Sounders
forward Will Bruin has signed with Austin FC and the official announcement is expected in the following days.
The veteran will be a great addition to this western conference contender, as he always contributes in goals and leadership
#Verde
#MLS
Can independently confirm that Alex Roldan has committed to play for El Salvador and all of necessary transactions are already in the works.
The
#Sounders
RWB is awaiting some paper work that is still pending at this time, now we'll just wait for him to announce it
@SportsPulso
It was a privilege to see
@OzzieAlonso
, one of the best defensive midfielders in the history of
#MLS
up close. Watching him win 🏆s, games, and the heart of thousands of fans was just part of it.
His leadership and commitment to every team he played for was always impressive.
The
#Sounders
fans cheering on their team even when there is no
#MLSPlayoffs
this year.
You have to tip your hat to all of them for thier unconditional support 🙌
That Raúl Ruidíaz was worth the the ticket of admission for everyone who came out tonight.
#Sounders
take 3 important points prior to the upcoming
#FIFA
break.
Jordan Morris got a well deserved and needed goal for his confidence, overall a perfect result for the home team.
“I was doing an English assignment when I received a call from my uncle"....
"He told me, ‘papi, you’re called up to the national team.”
Yeimar on when he received the news about being called up to the
#Colombian
National team.
Full Spanish 📽 👇
Román Torres viene de ganar su segunda
#MLSCup
, he hablado con él varias veces y me ha dicho lo feliz que está junto a su familia en Seattle. El interés de Millonarios por Román es serio, pero si Sounders quiere que el panameño se quede, él se queda. Veremos en las negociaciones
I'm told that the Brazilian trilist is Pedro Karalkovas, a talented 19 year old prospect who mainly plays left back.
The Palmeiras product has been part of the Brazilian National team youth process & could be a very interesting player for
#Sounders
, even if he starts in Tacoma.
João Paulo mentioned that the Brazilian group of players have referred to the team as "The Brazilian
#Sounders
" specially now that there is a Brazilian trilist practicing and could sign with the 1st team or Tacoma Defiance.
Full video will be up soon on
@SportsPulso
I do not like the substitutions of Cristian Roldan. Rusnák has not been sharp today, I thought taking him off, moving Cristian to CM and adding Leo Chu wide would have given a different gear. Even moving to a 4-4-2 with Heber.
Now the late goal could be definitive.
More good news for
#Sounders
Xavier Arreaga who came off injured against
#MNUFC
is out in what looks like full training.
We will ask Brian Schmetzer details.
Roman Torres is definitely in town and he's excited to see how many fans make their way to the
@ShoWareCenter
in Kent tonight.
He said Seattle and the fans will always have a place I'm his heart for all the love and achievements he got during his time with the
#Sounders
Raúl Ruidíaz and Jimmy Medranda both full in
#Sounders
training today.
That said, no Yeimar Gomez Andrade out here which is an indication that he might not be close to getting back just yet.
We will get updates after practice.
Via:
@SportsPulso
Source tells me the paper work portion of Yeimar's transfer to Seattle
#Sounders
is now completely done. Now, all there is left to do is wait for visas and medical exams. I still don't expect the 🇨🇴 CB to travel until next week, when the team is scheduled to be in Mexico.
We have independently confirmed that
#SoundersFC
is in indeed in advanced negotiations with Union de Santafe for Yeimar Gomez Andrade.
However, despite other reports,
@ELROLONW
has been told the deal has not been finalized and there is no scheduled date for the player to travel.
Asked Schmetzer how much time the team spent going over Raúl Ruidíaz's hand of God in the film room and he said coach Ravi put together a highlight video of Raul's handball goal with the "mano de Dios" music.
Looking forward to
@SoundersFC
releasing it.
#Sounders
This
@MLS
graphic shows how consistent
#Sounders
has been this season, staying in the top spots of the western conference.
Impressive when you take in consideration how committed they were with
#leaguescup
, injuries, set backs and changes to their coaching staff.
Additionally to my takes:
- Arreaga haters! Xavier had a very good game.
- Thought Schmetzer took too long to pull out Rowe.
- I would have like to see Cristian Roldan push up instead or brought in Leo Chu.
- Franco Olego did more flopping than your average NBA game.
#Sounders
Brian Schmetzer shared his thoughts on the
#Seahawks
win over Russell Wilson's
#BroncosCountry
and admitted he would of also booed the QB a bit.
The
#Sounders
coach also added that if it was him calling that last play for Denver he would have let Russell take the ball.
There was a group of
#Sounders
players working out this morning at Starfire. Bruin, McCrary, Shipp, Wingo, Stefan Frei, Brown, Alex Roldan, Brad Smith and Roman Torres were some of those players. Just an early report as we are a week away from the preseason
@sounderatheart
I've had quite a few people reach out to me, wondering about Xavier Arreaga, his wife and how evreything turned out.
So I wanted to inform you, that the
#Sounders
CB had a beautiful, healthy daughter, named Ivanna and he couldn't be happier with the new addition to his family.
"Every time I come to Seattle, I'm filled with emotion." Is what Román said about visiting the city and his former club.
The iconic CB also revealed he is "working on a few projects in Seattle" and some that he hopes are directly with
#Sounders
.
Xavier Arreaga has just arrived at SeaTac airport, we will have live video of his arrival on our Pulso Sports Network Facebook page. He will be officially presented by the club tomorrow.
#MLS
#SoundersMatchday
I really enjoyed Victor Rodriguez response on what were the most impressive players he saw in
#MLS
.
"I have to say it was those around me, playing next to Nico, Cristian, Jordan, Raul, next to Clint at one point, has made me a better soccer player,” Rodriguez said. 👇👇
Fredy Montero, who was a constant contributer for
#Sounders
last season, scoring 7 goals and adding 6 assists in 1,400 plus min in
#MLS
, I'm told has offers from Portugal and Colombia.
Conversations with Seattle are on going and is ultimately where Fredy prefers to remain.
This is really hard to understand. How does Matt Miazga get an award over a player like Yeimar Gómez Andrade who was clearly better in stats and all underline numbers. There needs to be a better way to award players for their actual work on the field.
#MLS
needs to figure it out
Nicolás Lodeiro and Raúl Ruidíaz were out here doing some separate work in training today.
Both are out vs
#LAGalaxy
but it's always a positive sign to see them put here.