Sounders Secure Third Place with 1-0 Victory Over Rapids

Albert Rusnák's goal ensures Seattle's third consecutive win, granting them home-field advantage in the MLS Cup Playoffs.

Seattle Sounders defeated Colorado Rapids 1-0, marking their third consecutive win and sixth match unbeaten.
Albert Rusnák scored the decisive goal in the 48th minute, his 10th of the season, after a rebound from a Jordan Morris shot.
The victory guarantees Seattle a top-four finish in the Western Conference, securing home-field advantage in the first playoff round.
Sounders goalkeeper Stefan Frei recorded his 11th clean sheet of the season with three crucial saves.
Colorado Rapids suffered their third straight loss, remaining in sixth place and just one point ahead of seventh-place Minnesota.