|| Sometimes, it’s just not your night. With a thin squad and a tough environment in Seattle, Minnesota United fell to the Sounders 2-0 in a stop-start match best left to the past. The Loons struggled to find their rhythm, while the hosts, though not spectacular, were good enough to secure the win. The game began with a collision between Devin Padelford and Alex Roldan just 10 seconds in, forcing both players off with head injuries. Jordan Adebayo-Smith replaced Padelford, causing a tactical shift to a 5-2-3 formation, pushing Sang Bin Jeong to right wing-back instead of his intended striker role alongside Bongokuhle Hlongwane. The early disruption affected both teams, leading to a lackluster first 10 minutes. Seattle found their footing first, playing long balls over the top, but Minnesota’s backline, led by Michael Boxall, initially held firm. Sporadic connections between Sang Bin and Bongi and the skillful play of Franco Fragapane offered brief moments of hope for the Loons. Howeve...