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Paul Rothrock, Stefan Frei lead Sounders to 1-0 victory over Real Salt Lake

Rothrock's early goal and Frei's five saves secured Seattle's postseason spot with their fourth win this season, while Real Salt Lake missed a chance to clinch playoffs.

  • On Saturday, Paul Rothrock scored in the 4th minute from Pedro de la Vega and Jordan Morris, and Stefan Frei preserved the 1-0 lead over Real Salt Lake.
  • On the line for Real Salt Lake was a postseason berth as it needed a win to clinch a spot and now must win in its final regular-season game.
  • Late drama defined the match with William Agada's disallowed 89th-minute goal after RSL had 14 shots and a 5-2 shots on goal advantage, with Rafael Cabral stopping a penalty.
  • Seattle Sounders are locked into fifth place, playing two road matches in the best-of-three first round, while Colorado Rapids and San Jose Earthquakes remain within striking distance, keeping playoff permutations alive.
  • Frei capped the night with five saves and his eighth clean sheet in 25 starts, while Pedro de la Vega and Jordan Morris contributed assists in season milestones.
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Paul Rothrock's early goal enough as Sounders edge Real Salt Lake

Paul Rothrock scored early and the Seattle Sounders held on for a 1-0 victory over visiting Real Salt Lake on Saturday night.

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Paul Rothrock, Stefan Frei lead Sounders to 1-0 victory over Real Salt Lake

Paul Rothrock scored an early goal and Stefan Frei made it stand up as the Seattle Sounders edged Real Salt Lake 1-0.

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Bleacherreport broke the news in United States on Saturday, October 11, 2025.
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