The Seattle Sounders will kick off the 2025 Major League Soccer season by hosting Charlotte FC on Saturday, setting the stage for an exciting campaign opener.
Seattle enters the new season with its sights set on a third MLS title, having previously lifted the trophy in 2016 and 2019. They came agonizingly close to another championship run last year but fell just short in the Western Conference final. A late 85th-minute strike from Dejan Joveljic sealed a 1-0 defeat to the LA Galaxy, who went on to claim the league crown.
Charlotte FC, meanwhile, has established itself as a consistent playoff contender, reaching the postseason for the second straight year. However, their campaign ended in the opening round, and they now have their eyes set on progressing further. Their dramatic best-of-three series against Orlando City saw them fall 2-0 in the first match, force a goalless draw in the second before prevailing 3-1 on penalties, and ultimately bowing out after a 1-1 tie in the decisive third game, losing 4-1 in the shootout.
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How to watch Seattle Sounders FC vs Charlotte FC online - TV channels & live streams
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In the United States (US), the MLS match between Seattle Sounders and Charlotte will be available to watch and stream online live through Apple TV, through the MLS Season Pass.
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Seattle Sounders FC vs Charlotte FC kick-off time
The MLS match between Seattle Sounders and Charlotte will be played at Lumen Field in Seattle, Washington.
It will kick off at 10:30 pm ET/7:30 pm PT on Saturday, February 22, in the US.
Team news & squads
Seattle Sounders FC vs Charlotte FC lineups
4-2-3-1
Formation
4-3-3
CLTSEA-Line up
SEASubstitutes
Manager
B. Schmetzer
Injuries and Suspended players
Injuries and Suspensions
- No sidelined players
Injuries and Suspensions
- No sidelined players
Seattle Sounders FC team news
Seattle bolstered its attacking options for the 2025 campaign by securing Jesús Ferreira and Paul Arriola from FC Dallas. While the duo didn't hit their peak last season, both have a proven track record of finding the back of the net. On the defensive front, the Sounders brought in veteran South Korean center-back Kee-hee Kim, who returns to Seattle after a solid stint with Ulsan HD. The 35-year-old previously suited up for the club in 2018 and 2019, delivering standout performances.
Meanwhile, Slovakian playmaker Albert Rusnak is staying put, further strengthening an already formidable attack. He’ll line up alongside the newly acquired forwards and Jordan Morris, who bagged 14 goals last season.
On the flip side, Seattle bid farewell to some key figures, including Josh Atencio, Leo Chu, and club icon Raúl Ruidíaz. The 34-year-old Peruvian striker, who arrived in 2018, leaves behind a lasting legacy as the club's all-time leading scorer with 86 goals.
Charlotte FC team news
Charlotte has made a splash in the transfer market, landing Wilfried Zaha on loan from Galatasaray. The 32-year-old forward brings a wealth of experience, having previously featured for Manchester United, Crystal Palace, and Lyon. They have also strengthened their midfield with the acquisition of Eryk Williamson from the Portland Timbers.
Defensively, Charlotte has bolstered its backline with the addition of Kee-hee Kim, a 35-year-old South Korean center-back signed from Ulsan HD. Kim is no stranger to Seattle, having previously starred for the Sounders in 2018 and 2019.
However, the squad has also seen some notable departures, including Júnior Urso and, most significantly, Karol Świderski. The Polish forward, who returned last season following a loan spell, has now moved on to Panathinaikos in Greece, leaving a significant gap in Charlotte’s attack.
Form
SEA-Form
SEAAntigua Guatemala
1
-
3
Seattle Sounders FC
W
IFK Norrkoeping
3
-
3
Seattle Sounders FC
D
Seattle Sounders FC
2
-
2
Hammarby
D
Seattle Sounders FC
5
-
3
AaB
W
LA Galaxy
1
-
0
Seattle Sounders FC
L
- Goal Scored (Conceded)
- 13/10
- Games over 2.5 goals
- 4/5
- Both teams scored
- 4/5
CLT-Form
CLTOrlando City
1
-
1
Charlotte FC
L
Charlotte FC
0
-
0
Orlando City
W
Orlando City
2
-
0
Charlotte FC
L
DC United
0
-
3
Charlotte FC
W
Charlotte FC
2
-
0
CF Montreal
W
- Goal Scored (Conceded)
- 6/3
- Games over 2.5 goals
- 1/5
- Both teams scored
- 1/5
Head-to-Head Record
SEALast 2 matches
CLT1
Win
1
Draw
0
Wins
Goals scored
4- Games over 2.5 goals
- 2/2
- Both teams scored
- 2/2