The Sounders are set to play the second leg of the Concacaf Champions Cup series against Antigua GFC on February 26, 2025.

The Seattle Sounders kicked off their 2025 MLS season with a thrilling 2-2 draw against Charlotte FC at Lumen Field, where a crowd of 30,055 braved rainy conditions.

Head coach Brian Schmetzer expressed frustration over the dropped points, emphasizing the need for improvement in defense and concentration after a series of individual mistakes.

Charlotte FC, who finished fifth in the Eastern Conference last season, showcased their resilience by equalizing twice in the match.

Jordan Morris was the standout player, scoring both of Seattle's goals in the 19th and 49th minutes, the first coming from a cross by Georgi Minoungou and the second from a pass by Albert Rusnák.

In the offseason, Charlotte bolstered their squad by acquiring Eryk Williamson from the Portland Timbers, enhancing their competitive edge.

With these goals, Morris tied Raúl Ruidíaz for the club's all-time scoring record, reaching a total of 86 career goals.

Despite Seattle's strong performance, the match ended in disappointment as an own goal by defender Yeimar in the 92nd minute allowed Charlotte to equalize.

Seattle had several opportunities to secure a third goal but failed to convert, which ultimately cost them the win as they look ahead to their upcoming Concacaf Champions Cup match.

Notably, Charlotte was without star player Wilfried Zaha, who was absent to support his wife during the birth of their child.

Schmetzer praised Morris's achievements, highlighting his potential to surpass 100 career goals if he continues his current scoring pace.

The Sounders had recently played a Concacaf Champions Cup match, winning 3-1 against Antigua, which may have influenced their lineup decisions for this MLS opener.