After a second straight MLS Cup championship appearance, the Seattle Sounders FC learned their first MLS opponent in 2018 will be Los Angeles FC.
The Rave Green will face LAFC in its season-opener at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, March 4 at the Xbox Pitch at CenturyLink Field.
Seattle will then head to Southern California for LAFC's first-ever match at the new Banc of California stadium at 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 29.
To recap:
2:00 p.m. PT - Seattle Sounders FC vs. Los Angeles FC (CenturyLink Field)
6:00 p.m. PT - Seattle Sounders FC at Los Angeles FC (Banc of California Stadium)
The complete regular season slate will be announced in January.