Seattle Sounders Fans Stage Protest Against US Immigration Policy

Seattle Sounders Fans Protest Immigration Policies at Club World Cup Match Before the start of a Club World Cup match between Botafogo and Seattle Sounders FC at Lumen Field in Seattle, a large group of Sounders fans organized a protest against the US immigration policies. The protest took place on June 16, 2025, and involved dozens of people carrying banners and chanting slogans. One banner read, "We are not all here," directly referencing the Trump administration's immigration policies. Another fan stated, "We're here to show that we don't support the way immigrants are being treated." The protest was peaceful and concluded before the match began. The event highlights the intersection of sports and social activism, showing how fans can use their platform to voice concerns about important issues.