This is the introduction. It’s where you read words about a 2-leg aggregate goal series with away goals being a tie-breaker. It’s where you get hyped for two Cascadia opponents meeting in the playoffs. It is where you are reminded that the Seattle Sounders hold the MLS Cup and finished 2nd in the West. It is where you recall that Vancouver Whitecaps have three former Sounders, and a third place finish.
It’s where you are reminded that 5:30 PM is when ESPN switches to soccer, but kickoff will be several minutes later.
Next is other key information to get you ready for the game:
Absences: Injury, international duty and suspension
Seattle: Clint Dempsey is suspended.