The Big One

It's just about MLS Cup kickoff time, and we have line-ups - one you'd expect and one with some late decisions.

We'll start with Seattle's obvious XI, then check on the visitors...

THIS. IS. IT.

Here's your @Delta Starting XI for today's #MLSCup vs. @TorontoFC!

Kickoff is at 12:08 p.m. PT on ABC and Univision.

➡️ https://t.co/9Dpp4p9wyW pic.twitter.com/4Jcv5R2UPy

— Seattle Sounders FC (@SoundersFC) November 10, 2019

Showtime.

Today's Starting XI vs. @SoundersFC in the 2019 #MLSCup Final#TheyWillSeeRed | #TFCLive | @PizzaPizzaLtd pic.twitter.com/eRtoZK006h

— Toronto FC (@TorontoFC) November 10, 2019

For me, this is pretty simple.Toronto FC have to figure out a way to hang around until they can get Altidore on and properly align their attack. For that to happen, Auro and Benezet must out-do Morris and Smith, and Mavinga must entirely frustrate Ruidiaz... and then the Reds must quickly solve Frei. Frankly, I just don't think all that will happen. The Sounders should paint the town rave green.

Toronto FC @ Seattle

Enjoy the game, and I'll see you on the other side with ratings for both teams over at MLSS.



- Greg Seltzer