Editor’s Note: In celebration of the Seattle Sounders #ThisMoment 2016 playoff campaign, we’re taking a look back at the moments that defined Sounders playoff runs of the past.
This moment, brought to you by Clint Dempsey.
The 2015 MLS Cup playoffs found the Seattle Sounders up against FC Dallas for the second straight year. Roles had reversed since they met in 2014, with Seattle the lower of the two seeds and hosting the first leg at CenturyLink Field.
Dallas speedster Fabian Castillo rained early on Seattle’s parade, slipping behind the Sounders backline and scoring on goalkeeper Stefan Frei in the 18th minute.