Seattle Sounders FC 2 - 2 Charlotte FC

First match. West Coast. Seattle. Rain.

Charlotte FC were up against the odds in this one but battled to the bitter end to take a point home in their season opener. A tightly contested first half led to a slog of a second half where Seattle felt like they would take all three points, and deservedly so. Jordan Morris bagged two goals, and the Sounders looked likely to add a third at any moment, completely controlling the match late into the second half. However, last-minute heroics from substitute Idan Toklomati forced an own goal in the match's dying embers. They saw Charlotte FC start the season with a point against the Western Conference favorites.

The Crown will rejoice in leaving Seattle unscathed with a point to show for it. They might not be happy with the performance, but matches like that to start the season can bring a group together right from the jump. Next up: a meeting with Atlanta United to kick off the season at home. No rest for the weary.