Matthew Faucher

Matthew Faucher

Matthew Faucher is a content contributor for FanSided's Sounders Nation. He has been playing soccer since he was 4 and played amateur soccer competitively as a goalkeeper until he retired in 2000. He became a Sounders fan in Seattle's early years in the MLS and has been a season ticket holder with his wife and children while working as a history and special education teacher. If you follow the Rave Green, enjoy the articles and relive the experience of the Sounders Nation with updates and share your thoughts and feelings as the Sounders continue their dynasty in the MLS.

Jul 19, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Sounders FC forward Pedro de la Vega (10) celebrates scoring a goal against the San Jose Earthquakes during the second half at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

The Sounders’ surprising answer to missing Jordan Morris

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Jul 16, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Sounders FC midfielder Albert Rusnak (11) celebrates after scoring a goal against the Colorado Rapids during the first half at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images

When coming away with 3 points is not good enough

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Sporting Kansas City v Seattle Sounders FC

This player holds the Sounders' key to a successful offense

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Mar 8, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Sounders FC goalkeeper Andrew Thomas (26) during warmups before the game against the Los Angeles FC at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

I got your 6 mentality taken on by the Sounders' Thomas

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Seattle Sounders FC v Columbus Crew

Battle of Wills with no winners or losers, Sounders and the Crew

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Jun 28, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA;  Seattle Sounders midfielder Reed Baker-Whiting (21) leaves the pitch after being issued a red card during the second half against Austin FC at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Brashear-Imagn Images

Sounders get the result, but there’s a growing problem they can’t ignore

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[Subscription Customers Only] Jun 23, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Sounders FC Brian Schmetzer  reacts after the match during a group stage match of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Agustin Marcarian-Reuters via Imagn Images

Prideful Sounders get bounced from the Club World Cup

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[Subscription Customers Only] Jun 19, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Sounders FC's Pedro de la Vega in action with Atletico Madrid's Robin Le Normand during a group stage match of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Agustin Marcarian-Reuters via Imagn Images

After 2 games in the Club World Cup, what do the Sounders have to show for it?

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Jun 15, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Sounders FC huddle up before the game against Botafogo during a group stage match of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

Sounders against Botafogo, a moral win, but no result to show for it

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Seattle Sounders FC v St. Louis CITY SC

How Nouhou Tolo transformed into a Seattle Sounders fan favorite

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Embarrassed Seattle Sounders fall flat on their faces in Vancouver

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Seattle eyes the Club World Cup and the group of death

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May 28, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; The Seattle Sounders FC starting eleven pose for a photo prior to the game against San Diego FC during the first half at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

Seattle Sounders mid-season report card: What’s gone right (and what really hasn’t)

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Jun 1, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Sounders FC players pose for a photo while wearing t-shirts to protest FIFA Club World Cup bonus sharing from MLS before a game against the Minnesota United at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images

Every Sounders flaw got exposed in brutal Minnesota ambush

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May 28, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Sounders FC forward Jesus Ferreira (9) celebrates after scoring a goal against San Diego FC during the second half at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

Sounders quietly solved their biggest problem in their last match vs San Diego

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United States v Canada: Quarterfinals - 2023 Concacaf Gold Cup

Sounders quietly owe a dynasty debt to Christian Roldan’s hidden genius

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