July 6, 2022 – Major League Soccer (MLS) – Seattle Sounders FC News Release
SEATTLE, WASH. – On Saturday, July 9, Sounders FC hosts its archrival Portland Timbers (1:30 p.m. PT / FOX, FOX Deportes, 93.3 KJR FM, El Rey 1360 AM) in a nationally-televised match presented by matchday sponsor Zulily. The game is set to be one of the biggest of the season, with the Rave Green not only playing their Cascadia nemesis in a pivotal matchup, but also unveiling the team’s 2022 Concacaf Champions League title banner in the Lumen Field rafters prior to the match.
As the club continues its Summer with The Champs campaign, presented by Emerald Queen Casino, Saturday’s match offers an enhanced slate of matchday activities designed to celebrate two historic moments: becoming the first MLS team to win Concacaf Champions League and the selection of Seattle as a host city for the FIFA World Cup 2026™.
Tickets to attend the club’s match vs. Portland on Saturday, July 9 can be purchased HERE, with single-match tickets remaining.
Additional details about Saturday’s celebrations can be found below.
EARLY ARRIVAL & TRAFFIC CONSIDERATIONS
Saturday’s match kicks off at 1:30 p.m. PT, with gates opening at 12:00 p.m. PT. Sounders FC urges all fans to arrive early to enjoy the many on-site activations while still being seated in time to take in the special opening ceremonies, including the banner drop.
With a large crowd expected, fans should prepare for heavier traffic than usual if driving and are encouraged to consider public transportation options, such as the SoundTransit Sounder train, which is running a special service. In addition, fans should note that WSDOT’s Revive I-5 project continues this weekend, with southbound I-5 lane reductions from 10:00 p.m. PT Friday through 5:00 a.m. PT Monday.
For those arriving by bicycle, the team – in conjunction with Cascade Bicycle Club – is offering a complimentary bike valet program this Saturday. Bicycles can be parked with the bike valet located on Occidental Avenue near the north parking lot of the stadium starting two hours before kickoff and must be claimed no later than one hour after the final whistle.
OUTSIDE GATES – PRE-MATCH FESTIVITIES
Outside of the stadium ahead of the game, fans can stop by Occidental Square Park from 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. PT for SoundCheck. SoundCheck offers a party atmosphere with music by local bands, Sounders DJs and SoundWave, family-friendly activities, chances to win Sounders FC prizes and…
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