It’s Official: Seattle to Host MLS Cup

Posted by Mike on March 11, 2009 · Under Qwest Field · View Comments 

We’ve noted it as a rumor first back in January. It’s Official now: Qwest Field will host the MLS Cup in 2009. The championship game will be on Sunday, Nov. 22 at 5:30p PT and will be broadcasted on ESPN.

A ticket to the MLS Cup will be included as one of the three bonus games for Sounders FC Season Ticket Holders.

Joe Roth noted, “This is a tremendous honor and reward for our season ticket holders and an added incentive for our coaches and players.”

Qwest will be the 8th stadium to host the 14th MLS Championship .

Read the full Press Release.

  • soundersfootblogger

    wow, that is amazing. i guess i was wrong, and i am happy about that.

  • J. Hake

    this is great news and a great reward for season ticket holders that the event is included in the season ticket package!

    let’s hope our Sounders FC is one of the teams playing that day!!

    GO SOUNDERS FC!!!!

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