Sounders FC Set to Face Antigua GFC in Champions Cup Showdown

SEATTLE, Wash. – The Seattle Sounders FC will host Antigua GFC for the second leg of their Concacaf Champions Cup first round on Wednesday, February 26, at 7:30 p.m. PT on the Emerald Queen Casino Pitch at Lumen Field. The match will be broadcast in English on FS2 and in Spanish on ViX.

In a pivotal match-up, the Sounders head into the game with a significant advantage, having secured a 3-1 victory against Antigua in the first leg in Guatemala. The win puts Seattle up 3-1 on aggregate as they look to advance to the Round of 16.

The Sounders’ scoring spree last week began with a third-minute goal from Paul Arriola, followed by a stunning long-range effort from Pedro de la Vega at the 61-minute mark. Albert Rusnák capped off the night with a goal in stoppage time, solidifying the team’s lead.

The upcoming match is critical; should Antigua GFC manage to win by two goals, the contest could go to extra time, as Seattle holds the advantage due to their three away goals. A match that resonates with the intensity of a playoff, this clash will guide the winner to face Liga MX’s Cruz Azul in the next round.

Sounders FC’s coach emphasized the importance of maintaining focus. “We must treat every match with the respect it deserves, especially now when the stakes are high,” he stated. The team has remained solid throughout their recent tournament appearances, going unbeaten in their last 11 Champions Cup matches, a record stretch for MLS clubs in this competition.

On a busy schedule, this game marks the third match for the Sounders in just over a week. They will also be starting their 2025 MLS season at home on Saturday against Charlotte FC, with kick-off scheduled for 7:30 p.m. PT.

As the excitement builds, fans can look forward to livestream coverage and live updates through various platforms, ensuring they won’t miss any action from the field. More than 300,000 locations in the U.S. will showcase the game through MLS Season Pass on Apple TV, making it accessible to a larger audience.

“This is an unforgettable year for Sounders FC, and we want our fans to experience every moment with us,” a club representative remarked.

As the Sounders strive for victory and a place in the next stage of the tournament, the community is encouraged to join in supporting the team in this significant Contacaf Champions Cup encounter.