Sounders vs. Hammarby Preseason Match in Jeopardy Due to Rain

Inclement weather in Spain could force cancellation of the two planned preseason matches.

Feb. 4, 2026 at 9:07pm

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The Seattle Sounders' preseason trip to Spain has been plagued by rainy weather, and it's now possible that their two planned preseason matches against Swedish side Hammarby IF and Ukrainian side Metalist 1925 could be canceled due to unplayable field conditions. A decision on whether the matches will go ahead is expected around 8 AM Spanish time on Thursday.

Why it matters

The Sounders are using these preseason matches to prepare for the upcoming MLS season, so any cancellations could disrupt their preparations and leave them with fewer opportunities to evaluate their squad before the start of the regular season.

The details

The first match against Hammarby was scheduled for a 4 AM Seattle time kickoff, while the second match against Metalist 1925 was set for 7 AM Seattle time. Both matches were to be streamed on SoundersFC.com, but as of Wednesday, the Sounders were planning to play two matches against Hammarby instead.

  • The decision on whether the matches will be canceled is expected around 8 AM Spanish time on Thursday (11 PM Wednesday in Seattle).
  • Significant rain is expected on Wednesday and Thursday in the area where the Sounders are training.

The players

Seattle Sounders

The professional soccer team based in Seattle, Washington that plays in Major League Soccer (MLS).

Hammarby IF

A Swedish professional football club based in Stockholm.

Metalist 1925

A Ukrainian professional football club based in Kharkiv.

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What’s next

The Sounders will wait for a decision on whether the matches will be played as scheduled or canceled due to the inclement weather.

The takeaway

The Sounders' preseason preparations have been disrupted by the rainy weather in Spain, which could force the cancellation of their planned preseason matches and limit their ability to evaluate their squad ahead of the upcoming MLS season.