Spenser Davis
Spenser Davis covered the Sounders for 710Sports.com. He also covers the team for Sounder at Heart and has written for World Soccer Talk. Spenser attended Texas Christian University in his hometown of Fort Worth. Follow Spenser on Twitter.
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SEATTLE SOUNDERS FC | Jul 27, 2016Signing of Nicolas Lodeiro a coup for Sounders and MLS
The addition of playmaking Uruguayan midfielder Nicolas Lodeiro doesn't just fill a need for the Sounders, but it also is a significant signing in the history of the MLS.
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SEATTLE SOUNDERS FC | Jul 27, 2016Sounders announce signing of playmaker Nicolas Lodeiro
After months of rumors, the Sounders finally got their man after coming to terms with both Nicolas Lodeiro and his former club, Argentine powerhouse Boca Juniors, on a Designated Player contract.
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SEATTLE SOUNDERS FC | Jul 26, 2016Future of Sounders’ head coach position uncertain after Sigi Schmid’s departure
Brian Schmetzer will be the interim head coach for the Sounders after Sigi Schmid's "mutual" parting with the team, but a search for the next full-time coach is already underway.
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SEATTLE SOUNDERS FC | Jul 26, 2016As the Sounders fall further down the MLS standings, should coach Sigi Schmid keep his job?
As the Sounders have struggled their way through the worst season in the club's MLS history, the calls for coach Sigi Schmid's job have intensified. Spenser Davis examines the cases for and against firing him.
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SEATTLE SOUNDERS FC | Jul 22, 2016Three things to watch in Sounders vs Sporting KC
Three things to keep an eye on when the Sounders take on Sporting Kansas City on Sunday, including how much the suspension of Osvaldo Alonso will impact Seattle on the road.
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SEATTLE SOUNDERS FC | Jul 21, 2016Sounders were set up to fail in US Open Cup loss to Galaxy
The way 2016 has gone for the Sounders, it’s hard to feel too surprised by a result like their 4-2 loss to the Galaxy, especially when you look at the players Sigi Schmid put on the pitch.
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SEATTLE SOUNDERS FC | Jul 20, 2016Sounders eliminated from US Open Cup with 4-2 loss to Galaxy
The Sounders jumped out to an early lead and were ahead 2-1 in the second half of their U.S. Open Cup quarterfinal match against the Galaxy, but the tide turned when Los Angeles brought in a pair of star players.
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SEATTLE SOUNDERS FC | Jul 20, 2016Three keys as Sounders face rival Galaxy in US Open Cup quarterfinals
Three keys to the Sounders U.S. Open Cup matchup with the Galaxy, including how a congested schedule could impact lineup decisions for both teams.
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SEATTLE SOUNDERS FC | Jul 18, 2016
Sounders repeatedly felled by Timbers’ counter-attack in 3-1 loss
The Sounders looked toothless in attack and overwhelmed in defense in Sunday's 3-1 loss as the defending MLS Cup champion Timbers’ counter-attack proved too much for them.
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SEATTLE SOUNDERS FC | Jul 17, 2016Dempsey-less Sounders fall 3-1 to rivals in Portland
The Timbers flexed their home muscles, knocking the Sounders further down the pitch with a 3-1 win.
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SEATTLE SOUNDERS FC | Jul 15, 20163 things to watch when Sounders face Cascadia Cup rival Portland
Pride will be at stake when the Sounders take on Cascadia Cup rival Portland on Sunday in a match of two teams that have struggled this season after the make the playoffs a year ago.
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SEATTLE SOUNDERS FC | Jul 14, 2016A closer look at how the Sounders dominated MLS-leading Dallas
Spenser Davis examines how the Sounders were able to dominate the best team in the MLS, FC Dallas, and why Seattle hasn't looked like during what has been a disappointing season.
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SEATTLE SOUNDERS FC | Jul 13, 2016Sounders rip MLS leader FC Dallas 5-0, lose Clint Dempsey to red card
An early red card by FC Dallas allowed the Sounders to take control from the outset for a 5-0 victory, but a red card for Clint Dempsey may keep the Seattle star out this weekend.
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SEATTLE SOUNDERS FC | Jul 12, 2016Sounders’ Jordan Morris, Aaron Kovar named to MLS Homegrown Game roster
Seattle Sounders FC's Jordan Morris and Aaron Kovar were named to the MLS Homegrown Game roster on Tuesday via Facebook Live video by the team's coach, former USMNT forward Landon Donovan.
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SEATTLE SOUNDERS FC | Jul 12, 2016Three keys as slumping Sounders host MLS’ best team, FC Dallas
Three keys to Wednesday night's Sounders match, including the challenge that Seattle's defense faces against the speedy attack of FC Dallas.
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SEATTLE SOUNDERS FC | Jul 10, 2016Sounders’ toothless domination in loss to Galaxy reveals cracks
The Sounders need to be refreshed and rebooted from top to bottom, lest they let 2016's disappointing record dictate the team's status quo in the near future.
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SEATTLE SOUNDERS FC | Jul 9, 2016Sounders’ attack falls short as they lose to Galaxy 1-0
Despite knocking at the door for nearly the entire second half, the Sounders slumped to a 1-0 home loss against the LA Galaxy at CenturyLink Field on Saturday.
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SEATTLE SOUNDERS FC | Jul 8, 2016Sounders notebook: Clint Dempsey cleared to return, Brad Evans game-time decision vs LA
Sigi Schmid said on Friday that Sounders captain Brad Evans’ availability would be a game-time decision. Clint Dempsey, on the other hand, has been cleared to play after getting an extra week of rest.
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SEATTLE SOUNDERS FC | Jul 8, 2016Three keys: Sounders return to MLS action to host rival Galaxy
Three keys as the Sounders get back to MLS action Saturday against the Los Angeles Galaxy, including Clint Dempsey's return to the team following a nice run in the Copa America tournament.
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SEATTLE SOUNDERS FC | Jul 3, 2016Sounders show improvement in draw with depleted Toronto FC
Jordan Morris looks to be back in his mid-early season scoring form, and with the right partner, the Sounders could have a goalscoring duo on their hands.
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SEATTLE SOUNDERS FC | Jul 2, 2016Sounders earn a point with 1-1 draw in Toronto
After a goal for each team within nearly a minute of each other in the second half, the Sounders took a 1-1 tie with Toronto back to Seattle.
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SEATTLE SOUNDERS FC | Jul 1, 2016Three keys: Sounders should be at full strength vs Toronto FC
Three keys to the Sounders' MLS matchup with Toronto FC, including what should be a full-strength Seattle lineup facing a team that's depleted by injuries.
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SEATTLE SOUNDERS FC | Jun 30, 2016How seriously should the Sounders take the 2016 US Open Cup?
The Sounders beat Real Salt Lake with mostly backup players, bringing to question the approach Seattle should take with its lineups in U.S. Open Cup and MLS matches.
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SEATTLE SOUNDERS FC | Jun 28, 2016Three keys: Sounders vs Real Salt Lake in US Open Cup Round of 16
Three keys to the Sounders' U.S. Open Cup match against Real Salt Lake, including some lineup possibilities as Seattle deals with a quick turnaround from playing Saturday.