Seattle, WA — The Seattle Sounders secured their place in Major League Soccer history by winning the MLS Cup with a breathtaking 3-1 victory over LA Galaxy at Lumen Field last night. The triumph was powered by a hat-trick from forward Jordan Morris, making it a night to remember for the 65,000 fans in attendance.
The match kicked off under clear skies, and the Sounders took control early. Morris opened the scoring in the 12th minute with a precise header from a corner kick. LA Galaxy responded quickly, with Javier “Chicharito” Hernandez leveling the score in the 27th minute with a skillful finish.
However, the night belonged to Morris and the Sounders. In the 52nd minute, Morris found the net again with a powerful shot from just outside the box. The crowd erupted as the Sounders regained the lead. Morris completed his hat-trick in the 78th minute, capitalizing on a defensive lapse to slot the ball past the Galaxy goalkeeper.
Sounders coach Brian Schmetzer praised Morris’s performance and the team’s effort. “Jordan was exceptional tonight, and the whole team showed the heart and determination that this city embodies. Winning the MLS Cup in front of our fans is something special,” Schmetzer said in the post-match press conference.
LA Galaxy coach Greg Vanney acknowledged the Sounders’ superiority. “We knew coming into this game it would be tough. Seattle played a fantastic match, and we just couldn’t match their intensity tonight,” Vanney commented.
The victory marks the Sounders’ third MLS Cup win in the past six years, cementing their status as one of the premier clubs in the league. Fans across Seattle celebrated late into the night, with the city planning a victory parade later this week.
As the Sounders bask in their victory, both teams will now set their sights on the upcoming season, with hopes of returning to the MLS Cup final next year.