Coming off a disappointing expansion season, Austin FC seems to be making up for lost time. In their first three games, they’ve scored 10 goals, tied for the third most in MLS history ... and that’s after being shutout in their last game. In their first two home games, Austin scored 10 goals.
Of course, that was against FC Cincinnati and Inter Miami. The Sounders are not them, even if they need to field a very second-choice lineup.
The Sounders will be missing several starters and will probably choose to rest a few more after playing at altitude on Thursday.