It’s the New York Red Bulls versus the Seattle Sounders FC at Lumen Field on September 5, 2026. Here’s how to watch live on TV.
- Time: 8:30 PM ET
- Location: Lumen Field, Seattle, WA
- Streaming: Apple TV
How to Watch New York Red Bulls vs. Seattle Sounders FC on September 5, 2026
You can watch the Seattle Sounders FC take on the New York Red Bulls live on DIRECTV on Apple TV on September 5, 2026 at 8:30 PM ET.
New York Red Bulls (7-5-10) at Seattle Sounders FC (7-5-9) — Match Preview
New York Red Bulls (7-5-10) travel to Lumen Field to face Seattle Sounders FC (7-5-9) on September 5, 2026, with both clubs looking to build on where they sit in the MLS table. New York sit 8th in the overall standings while Seattle sit 12th, a gap that gives the visitors the slightly better position heading into the match. Julian Hall leads the Red Bulls attack with 9 goals in 22 appearances, well clear of Jorge Ruvalcaba’s 7 goals in 21 matches, and he will look to test a Seattle side built around Paul Rothrock’s 5 goals in 20 appearances at the other end.
Emil Forsberg has become New York’s chief creator with 3 goals and 7 assists across 21 matches, while Albert Rusnák does similar work for Seattle, contributing 3 goals and a team-high 8 assists in 20 appearances. Ronald Donkor adds a second distribution option for the Red Bulls with 6 assists on the season, giving New York multiple ways to break down a Sounders side that will lean on Jesús Ferreira and Kalani Kossa-Rienzi for additional attacking answers.
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What Time is the Seattle Sounders FC vs. New York Red Bulls Match Today?
The New York Red Bulls vs. Seattle Sounders FC match starts at 8:30 PM ET.
Where Can I Watch New York Red Bulls vs. Seattle Sounders FC?
You can watch New York Red Bulls vs. Seattle Sounders FC on Apple TV.
Players to Watch: New York Red Bulls vs. Seattle Sounders FC
New York Red Bulls
Julian Hall — F. Julian Hall carries the Red Bulls’ scoring load from the forward spot, with 9 goals in 22 appearances this season. That total puts him well clear of Jorge Ruvalcaba’s 7 goals in 21 matches as New York’s most trusted finisher, and his movement up top will be central to whatever New York produces at Lumen Field.
Emil Forsberg — M. Distribution is Emil Forsberg’s calling card in midfield, where he has piled up 7 assists to go with 3 goals across 21 appearances. That combination makes him the most involved creator in New York’s attacking third this season.
Ronald Donkor — M. Ronald Donkor gives New York a second true playmaking outlet, setting up teammates for 6 assists across 21 appearances from midfield. Paired with Forsberg’s own distribution numbers, Donkor’s total gives the Red Bulls multiple midfield outlets to unlock the Sounders’ defense.
Seattle Sounders FC
Paul Rothrock — F. Paul Rothrock fronts the Sounders attack with 5 goals in 20 appearances, the top scoring mark among the Seattle players in this matchup. He figures to be the primary target for service out of midfield as Seattle looks to generate its own answer to New York’s frontline.
Albert Rusnák — M. Albert Rusnák does the connecting work for Seattle, contributing 3 goals and a team-high 8 assists across 20 appearances. Those 8 assists are the most of any player in this matchup, underlining how much of the Sounders’ offense flows through him.
Jesús Ferreira — F. Jesús Ferreira rounds out Seattle’s attacking options with 3 assists in 18 appearances, giving the Sounders a third scoring outlet alongside Rothrock and Rusnák. His work as a forward who also creates chances adds another layer to a Seattle attack chasing points down the stretch of the regular season.
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