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Seattle Sounders re-sign goalkeeper Stefan Frei | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Re-signed Seattle Sounders FC have re-signed veteran goalkeeper Stefan Frei through June 2027, the club announced M...

DECEMBER 16 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Not done with Sounders Frei signed a new contract with Sounders FC through June of 2027, the club announced. "We're very pleased to have Stef sign a new contract with the club. He is a Sounders legend wh...

Impact Frei is the club's all-time leader in appearances across all competitions and has helped Seattle win six major trophies while reaching the playoffs 11 times since 2014. He was named MLS Cup MVP in 2016 and has also earned MLS All-Star honors, Goalkeeper of the Year finalist recognition, and Concacaf Champions Cup Player of the Tournament honors during his career. Frei ranks among the top goalkeepers in MLS history in appearances, wins, shutouts, and saves, and is one of the few players to surpass 400 all-competition appearances with a single club. He started every regular-season match in 2025, posting eight shutouts and a 1.19 goals-against average while continuing to anchor Seattle's back line. His contract extension will be key for the Sounders to retain his leadership and instill the mindset they want to pass on to the youngsters integrating into the team.

DECEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Seattle Sounders roster update: Stefan Frei, Paul Rothrock out of contract | MLSSoccer.com Veteran goalkeeper Stefan Frei and local midfielder Paul Rothrock are both out of contract with Seattle Sounders FC and can enter free agenc...

NOVEMBER 25 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Allows three in loss Frei made two saves and allowed three goals in Saturday's 3-3 (10-9) penalty shootout loss versus Minnesota United.

Impact Frei turned aside two of five Minnesota shots on target Saturday as Seattle were eliminated from the playoffs in a 3-3 (10-9) loss at Minnesota. With penalty kicks top of mind, the veteran keeper was subbed-off in favor of Andrew Thomas after 89 minutes of play. After making 351 appearances for Seattle since 2014, the veteran keeper is out of contract heading into the offseason.

NOVEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Goalkeeper Dayne St. Clair scores winner in PK shootout as Minnesota United eliminates Sounders

Dayne St. Clair scored and Andrew Thomas hit the crossbar in a penalty-kick shootout that was decided by the goalkeepers in the 11th round, and Minnesota United staged a short-hand...

NOVEMBER 9 • Associated Press

Two saves in win Frei registered two saves and allowed two goals in Monday's 4-2 win versus Minnesota United.

Impact Frei repelled two of four Minnesota shots on target Monday as Seattle earned a 4-2 home victory. The veteran keeper conceded twice in first-half stoppage time following Seattle turnovers in their defensive half. Frei will be the presumed starter Saturday when Seattle travel to Minnesota for the playoff matchup's decisive Game 3.

NOVEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Obed Vargas scores twice as Sounders beat Minnesota United 4-2 to extend series

Obed Vargas scored early in the first half and late in the second to help the Seattle Sounders beat Minnesota United 4-2, forcing a deciding match in the best-of-three first-round...

NOVEMBER 4 • Associated Press

Three saves in defeat Frei recorded three saves and secured a clean sheet in Monday's 0-0 (3-2) penalty shootout defeat against Minnesota United.

Impact Frei turned aside each of the three Minnesota shots on target in regulation and extra time Monday before conceding three goals in Seattle's penalty shootout loss. Over his last five starting appearances, the veteran keeper has made 18 saves and conceded just three goals while recording three clean sheets. Frei will look to continue his positive run of form Monday when Seattle host Minnesota in game two of the best-of-three series.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Four saves in victory Frei made four saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 2-1 win versus New York City FC.

Impact Fried turned aside four of five New York City shots on target Saturday as Seattle earned a narrow 2-1 road win. Since missing a match due to illness in late September, the veteran has made 15 saves and one clearance across four starting appearances while conceding three goals and recording two clean sheets. Frei is likely to feature between the sticks Monday for Seattle when they begin their first round playoff matchup at Minnesota.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Consecutive clean sheets Frei made four saves and allowed zero goals in Saturday's 1-0 victory over Real Salt Lake.

Impact Frei turned aside all four Real Salt Lake shots on goal Saturday to lift Seattle to a 1-0 victory and earn his eighth clean sheet of the campaign. The veteran keeper is in the midst of a brief but strong run of form that was preceded by a four appearance stretch over which he allowed multiple goals (nine total) in each appearance. Frei will look to maintain his positive momentum Saturday when Seattle travel to take on New York City FC in the regular season finale.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Paul Rothrock's early goal enough as Sounders edge Real Salt Lake Paul Rothrock scored early and the Seattle Sounders held on for a 1-0 victory over visiting Real Salt Lake on Saturday night.Stefan Frei mad...

OCTOBER 12 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Paul Rothrock, Stefan Frei lead Sounders to 1-0 victory over Real Salt Lake

Paul Rothrock scored an early goal and Stefan Frei made it stand up as the Seattle Sounders edged Real Salt Lake 1-0

OCTOBER 12 • Associated Press

Four saves in victory Frei registered four saves and allowed zero goals in Saturday's 1-0 win versus Portland Timbers.

Impact Frei made four saves and one clearance Saturday to earn his first clean sheet since June and seventh of the campaign. The unblemished appearances marked the 116th MLS clean sheet for the decorated veteran, marking the second-most clean sheets by a goalkeeper in MLS history. Expect Frei to retain his place in the starting XI when Seattle return to league play on Oct. 11 to take-on Real Salt Lake at Lumen Field.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Sounders hold off late Timbers rush to notch 8th shutout of season Pedro de la Vega scored early and the Seattle Sounders made the goal hold up in a 1-0 victory over the visiting Portland Timbers on Saturday...

OCTOBER 5 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Pedro de la Vega, Stefan Frei lead Sounders to 1-0 victory over Timbers

Pedro de la Vega scored early in the first half and Stefan Frei made it stand up as the Seattle Sounders edged the Portland Timbers 1-0

OCTOBER 5 • Associated Press

Three saves in draw Frei registered three saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Vancouver Whitecaps FC.

Impact Frei turned aside three of five Vancouver shots on target Saturday as Seattle lost points from a winning position in a 2-2 draw. Across the veteran shot-stopper's last six starting appearances, he has made 20 saves and three clearances while conceding 11 times without recording a clean sheet. Frei will look for improved results Saturday as he'll be the presumed starter in a home matchup versus rivals Portland.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Back to face Whitecaps Frei (illness) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's clash versus Vancouver Whitecaps.

Impact Frei is Seattle's first-choice goalkeeper, so he should stay active now that he's healthy. Despite failing to secure a clean sheet in his last five league games, he has recorded multiple saves in each of those matches, and 10 saves over his latest two starts. His comeback also pushes Andrew Thomas to a backup role.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Myrto Uzuni's stoppage-time goal helps Austin beat Sounders 2-1

Myrto Uzuni scored in stoppage time, Diego Rubio also scored a goal and Austin FC beat the Seattle Sounders 2-1

SEPTEMBER 22 • Associated Press

Out to face Austin Frei is out for Sunday's match against Austin due to an illness, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Frei will not make the call Sunday, as the goalie picked up an illness that will keep him from seeing the field. This is tough for the club, as he is their regular starter in net, with Andrew Thomas as a possible replacement while out. He should miss minimal time with an illness, possibly immediately returning next match when facing Vancouver on Sept. 27.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes three in defeat Frei made five saves and allowed three goals in Tuesday's 3-1 loss to Inter Miami CF.

Impact Frei allowed three goals from the eight-shot barrage Miami unfurled Tuesday in Seattle's 3 - 1 defeat. Since returning from injury, Seattle's veteran keeper has averaged 3.75 saves and two goal concessions per appearance. On Saturday, Frei will look for his first clean sheet since June when Seattle travels to tussle with Austin FC who are tied for the least goals scored in the Western Conference.

SEPTEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

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Five saves in draw Frei had five saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Los Angeles Galaxy.

Impact Frei made five saves from seven Los Angeles shots on target Saturday as Seattle lost points from a winning position in a 2 - 2 draw at home. Since returning from injury, the veteran keeper has conceded five goals across three starting appearances while making 10 saves and three clearances. Frei's next challenge is likely to come Tuesday when Seattle travel to take-on Inter Miami in a rematch of the fiery Leagues Cup Final.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Miki Yamane scores 1st career goal for Galaxy in 2-2 tie with Sounders

Miki Yamane scored his first career goal in MLS in the 87th minute for the LA Galaxy in a 2-2 tie with the Seattle Sounders

SEPTEMBER 14 • Associated Press

Concedes twice in win Frei had three saves and allowed two goals in Sunday's 5-2 victory against Sporting Kansas City.

Impact Frei made three saves and one clearance Sunday, conceding from an unmarked attacker in the center of the box and from an own goal, as Seattle ran roughshod over Kansas City in a 5-2 victory. The veteran keeper has made fives saves and two clearances while allowing three goals in his two appearances since returning from injury. Frei will seek the elusive clean sheet when Seattle return to league play Sept. 13 and host LA Galaxy.

AUGUST 26 • ROTOWIRE

Two saves in return Frei recorded two saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-0 defeat to Minnesota United.

Impact Frei turned aside two of three Minnesota shots on target Saturday as Seattle fell in a narrow 1-0 defeat. The appearance marked Frei's first since missing five matches due to a concussion suffered on July 6th. In 19 starting appearances in 2025, Frei has allowed multiple goals on juts five occasions. The veteran will look to shake off the rust further when Seattle returns to league play Aug. 24 to host Kansas City.

AUGUST 18 • ROTOWIRE

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