The grand finale is less than 24 hours away – Toronto FC are preparing to welcome Seattle Sounders for the final of the MLS Cup at the BMO Field in Toronto, Canada. But even before the big kickoff, here is a quick look at some of the key players to watch in this historic inter-country battle.
Cristian Roldan (Seattle Sounders)
The American playmaker is expected to be the main mastermind of Seattle’s attack against The Reds. And things could get even better if he partners with Alonso at the midfield – the duo seem to have clicked lately. Roldan is well known for his pace, stability at the center of the pack and a rare sense of precision, which is crucial in this game.
Roldan’s stats this season
- 38 apps
- 4 goals
- 2 assists
Sebastian Giovinco (Toronto FC).jpg)
The 29-year-old attacking midfielder/forward adds some experience in TFC’s frontline. Having played for Italian Serie A giants Juventus, Giovinco is a game changer. He has proven that this season by virtue of being one of the most lethal forwards in the MLS. Let’s go straight to his stats:
Gionvinco’s stats this season
- 33 appearances
- 21 goals
- 16 assists
Jordan Morris (Seattle Sounders)
He is just 22 years old but has all the signs of a star player. The Seattle-born is widely seen as one of the most promising talents at the MLS this season.
Having plied his trade for Bundesliga giants Werder Bremen, the starlet was on target against Colorado Rapids in the semi-finals, a performance that booked his side a ticket to the BMO Field trip. At the international level, he became the first player still at college to earn an international call-up in 2014. A year down the line, he scored his first goal for his country in a friendly against rivals Mexico. Let’s have a look at his performance for Sounders this season
Morris’ stats this season
- 31 appearances
- 11 goals
- 4 assists
Michael Bradley (Toronto FC).jpg)
On loan from Championship outfit Aston Villa, Bradley is the son of Swansea City football manager Bob Bradley and a trademark name in the USMNT. He is the captain of the Canadian outfit and was instrumental in his side’s journey to making history by becoming the first Canadian side to play in the MLS Cup final. Here is how he has been performing this season
Bradley’s stats this season
- 34 appearances
- 2 goals
- 3 assists
Another notable mention is Sounder's forward Clint Dempsey, who has been ruled out for the rest of the season due to an irregular heartbeat. Prior to the discovery of his heart condition, he had played 17 games, scored eight goals and provided one assist for Sounders.
Of course, the match will not revolve around these players because all the 22 players on the pitch are capable of doing the unthinkable. But these are game changers we are looking at, and with every kick of the ball, with every attempt on goal, you can bet that these stars will be hugely involved. May the best team win.
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