Everything you need to know for Sounders-Phoenix Rising

The Sounders host Phoenix Rising in the U.S. Open Cup Round of 16 (stream) at Starfire Stadium tonight. Before kickoff there will be a draw that determines the pairings for the quarterfinals and semifinals that begins at 7 PM.

Here’s what you need to know to be ready for tonight’s game:

Availability

  • Snyder Brunell, Osaze De Rosario, Kalani Kossa-Rienzi, Antino Lopez and Georgi Minoungou have all been signed to short-term loans and are available for selection.
  • Josh Atencio (hamstring), Léo Chú (adductor), Nathan (quadricep) and Braudilio Rodrigues (hamstring) have all be declared out for this game.

Opposition research

Three questions about Phoenix Rising
We caught up with PHNX Sports to get some insight into Wednesday’s opponent.

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