The Seattle Sounders finally got another MLS win at Lumen Field. OL Reign picked up three points as well, but they didn’t play their scheduled game against Washington Spirit due to Washington’s violations of league protocols. Plenty else took place, but not much seems more important than the instances of serious injury in the weekend’s games. Fortunately Harvey Elliott, the Liverpool teen, only has to recover from a dislocated ankle rather than what appeared to be a broken leg.

Seattle/Tacoma

It’s good to have Stef Frei back between the sticks, and he seems to agree. “I don’t take this for granted”: Stefan Frei thrilled to make comeback from injury | Seattle Sounders

66 days is a long time to go between home wins in league play, but the wait is over now. Sounders rediscover winning ways in Seattle, turn focus to Leagues Cup Semifinal vs. Santos Laguna | Seattle Sounders

Brian Schmetzer and the Seattle Sounders have their eyes on a trophy that’s just a couple games away. Brian Schmetzer: Leagues Cup semifinal an “important game” for Seattle Sounders | MLSSoccer.com

It’s been a long road back, but Ally Watt is finally ready to show the league what she’s got to offer. Ally Watt’s Recovery and Reinvention — OL REIGN: WE ARE THE BOLD

OL Reign have been awarded a 3-0 win over the Washington Spirit due to their forfeit, but that’s far from the end of that story. NWSL announces Washington Spirit forfeit match against OL Reign - Black And Red United

Two college teams with Sounders ties met. Only one wins. Redhawks Fall to No. 14 Beavers Friday - Seattle University

Bow down to Washington. No. 3 Huskies Dismantle Dartmouth 3-0 - University of Washington Athletics

22 Washington beers medal, along with two more from breweries with Washington connections - Highland Park Brewery in LA and pFriem Family Brewers in Hood River. 2021 GABF Winners - Great American Beer Festival

MLS/USL

The rapper is purchasing a little more than 1% of the MLS team at a roughly $730 million valuation. Yo Gotti Buying DC United Share, Valuing MLS Club at $730 Million – Sportico.com

For all the hype and anticipation and “alright, alright, alright” that surrounded Austin FC coming into the season, they’ve simply been abysmal. Austin FC Affirm Worst-in-the-West Status With Loss at Houston Dynamo: Captain Alex Ring: “We don’t deserve [our fans] at the moment” - Sports - The Austin Chronicle

Denso Ulysse is back in USL. Kickers Sign Former Inter Miami, Tacoma Defiance Defender Denso Ulysse

NWSL/WoSo

The ‘GOAT’ speaks on scoring 100 goals for The Arsenal, her style of play and what makes her happiest on the pitch Vivianne Miedema | In my own words | Feature | News | Arsenal.com

The Spirit’s current controversies with the coaching staff, owners and executives have roots in the early days of the club. Washington Spirit explainer: A history of club controversies – The Athletic

Olsen was hired by Steve Baldwin. The post NWSL fans slam Ben Olsen’s first interview as Washington Spirit president appeared first on Just Women’s Sports. NWSL fans slam Ben Olsen’s first interview as Washington Spirit president

Smith’s goal helped push Portland back above OL Reign and into first place. Sophia Smith's goal lifts Thorns to first-ever win in North Carolina – Just Women's Sports

The FA WSL popped off this weekend with a big win for Tottenham headlining proceedings. WSL roundup: Tottenham shock Manchester City with controversial goal | Women's Super League | The Guardian

Orlando are having a heck of a season. Orlando Pride vs. Racing Louisville FC: Final Score 3-1 as Leroux, Marta, and Morgan All Score - The Mane Land

USA

The women’s national team has repeatedly called for USSF to make up the difference between World Cup bonus money awarded to men versus women. U.S. Soccer invites national teams to negotiate solution in equaling prize money - The Athletic

World

Mercifully Harvey Elliott only dislocated his ankle rather than having his leg broken. Klopp Provides Elliott Injury Update - The Liverpool Offside

A player was knocked unconscious and transported to the hospital in a game in the Portuguese top-tier. V. Guimarães: Rochinha falls inanimate and is transported to the hospital | MAISFUTEBOL

At least Mo Salah & Friends seem to be clicking. Digging Deeper Into Liverpool’s Costly Win Over Leeds United - The Liverpool Offside

You can’t help but be happy for Lukaku, unless maybe it’s your team that he’s beating up on. Lukaku very happy to fulfill ‘childhood dream’ of scoring at Stamford Bridge - We Ain't Got No History

Culture

These are the best new board games and role-playing games of fall 2021. Highlights include Flames of Freedom, a novel take on the American Revolution, and Ankh: Gods of Egypt, Eric M. Lang’s latest strategy game. Best new board games of fall 2021 - Polygon

What’s on TV today?

10:15 AM - Aldosivi vs Godoy Cruz (Primera División) - Paramount+

11:00 AM - Getafe vs Elche (La Liga) - ESPN+

12:00 PM - Everton vs Burnley (Premier League) - NBCSN

7:00 PM - Pachuca vs Toluca (Liga MX) - TUDN USA