{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6a7fabfc248fe5d9f82130c0/6adf9b171131e98178336170?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Should we believe in the Seattle Sounders?","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/6a7fabfc248fe5d9f82130c0/1793038497732-3c8751f8-8da4-404a-8678-8cba53d738dd.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>After a spectacular Dejan Joveljić golazo and a two-goal lead turned into a maddening 2-2 draw at San Diego FC, we’re weighing the reasons for optimism and pessimism regarding Seattle’s MLS Cup chances. Have the Sounders shown enough to make us believe, and who in the Western Conference should they actually fear? Plus, we unpack the controversial penalty rebound, discuss whether Paul Arriola and Sebastian Gomez need to start, and assess the center-back situation after another Yeimar injury. Then we look ahead to Wednesday’s clash with Houston Dynamo FC.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Subscribe to the NEW Lobbing Scorchers Blog: <a href=\"http://www.lobbingscorchers.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">www.lobbingscorchers.com</a></strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Follow Lobbing Scorchers:</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li><a href=\"https://sounderathe.art/LSYT\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">YouTube</a></li><li><a href=\"https://sounderathe.art/LSIG\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Instagram</a></li><li><a href=\"https://lobbingscorchers.com/bluesky\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Bluesky</a></li><li><a href=\"https://sounderathe.art/LSTikTok\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">TikTok</a></li><li><a href=\"https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093424424106#\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Facebook</a></li><li><a href=\"https://sounderathe.art/ari\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Ari Liljenwall</a></li><li><a href=\"https://sounderathe.art/noah\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Noah Riffe</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>SPONSORS</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li><a href=\"https://www.lobbingscorchers.com/coffee\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">QED Coffee</a> - a Seattle-based roaster, coffee shop, and coffee subscription service. Visit them in person at one of the three Seattle locations or online and use code ‘LS74’ for 25% off across the site.</li><li><a href=\"https://lobbingscorchers.com/haxan\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Haxan Ferments</a> - Specializing in unique, small-batch fermented hot sauces and vinegars, Haxan Ferments is handcrafted in Georgetown and made with the best local ingredients from across the Pacific Northwest. Use Code LS for a FREE hot sauce with purchase!</li><li><a href=\"https://lobbingscorchers.com/podium\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Podium Edmonds</a> - Located at 114 4th Ave N, just off Main Street in the heart of Downtown Edmonds, come shop and explore the best menswear in the Pacific Northwest. Tell them Lobbing Scorchers sent you!</li></ul>","author_name":"Ari Liljenwall & Noah Riffe"}