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Three Takeaways: Back line stands tall as Seattle Sounders open MLS is Back Tournament with a draw

The Seattle Sounders battled the San Jose Earthquakes to a scoreless draw in their opening match of the MLS is Back Tournament in Orlando, Fla.

The Rave Green started the match on a bright note, with Nouhou whipping in some dangerous crosses and Raúl Ruidíaz testing the goalkeeper from distance. Once the match started to settle though, it was the Earthquakes who took control of proceedings. However, the best chance of the half fell to Cristian Roldan, who forced Earthquakes goalkeeper Daniel Vega into an impressive stop from a 1-v-1 breakaway.

Seattle got a foothold in possession in the second half as Joevin Jones came in for Jordy Delem, with Roldan moving back into central midfield.