The Seattle Sounders drew Atlanta United 1-1 on Sunday afternoon at Lumen Field behind a sixth-minute goal from Raúl Ruidíaz.
The Peruvian Designated Player rose on a João Paulo corner kick and powerfully headed home the opener past Brad Guzan. The assist was João Paulo’s fourth of the season, which is tied for the league lead.
Atlanta United equalized in the 86th minute when Josef Martínez converted a penalty kick past goalkeeper Stefan Cleveland.
Seattle maintains its lead atop the Supporters’ Shield standings, having taken 17 points from seven matches to start the season.