Match Summary
Seattle Sounders defeated Houston Dynamo 2:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2022. Goals were scored by D. Steres 26′, N. Tolo 59′, F. Montero 76′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Seattle Sounders had 63% possession while Houston Dynamo held 37%. Seattle Sounders had 20 shots (4 on target) compared to 4 (3 on target) for Houston Dynamo. Seattle Sounders made 2 substitutions, Houston Dynamo made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Seattle Sounders and Houston Dynamo — 3 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: A. Carrasquilla
assist: N. Tolo
Match Statistics
Seattle Sounders had 63% possession against Houston Dynamo's 37%. Seattle Sounders registered 20 shots (4 on target) while Houston Dynamo managed 4 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 10–5. Fouls committed: 6–15.
Lineups
Seattle Sounders lined up in a 3-4-1-2 formation under B. Schmetzer, while Houston Dynamo deployed a 4-3-3 under Paulo Nagamura.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Seattle Sounders is 7.09, compared to 6.72 for Houston Dynamo. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Seattle Sounders's highest-rated starter is A. Rusnák (7.60), while Houston Dynamo's best-rated player is G. Dorsey (6.97).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Seattle Sounders have contributed 20 goals and 15 assists this season, led by A. Rusnák (12G). Houston Dynamo's starters account for 2 goals and 4 assists, spearheaded by G. Dorsey (2G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Seattle Sounders deploy 3 defenders rated 6.98 on average, against Houston Dynamo's 4-man backline averaging 6.72. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Seattle Sounders field 4 midfielders averaging 7.22, versus Houston Dynamo's 3 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Seattle Sounders start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.91, compared to 3 for Houston Dynamo averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 42% for Seattle Sounders and —% for Houston Dynamo. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Seattle Sounders's starters have collected 12 yellow cards this season, compared to 10 for Houston Dynamo. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Seattle Sounders's starting XI is 30.7 (youngest: D. Leyva (22), oldest: S. Frei (39)), while Houston Dynamo average 33.3 (youngest: G. Dorsey (26), oldest: S. Clark (39)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Seattle Sounders's starters average 26 league appearances each, versus 20 for Houston Dynamo. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Seattle Sounders have recorded 4 wins, 2 draws and 0 defeats. Houston Dynamo show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Seattle Sounders and Houston Dynamo have met 2 times — Seattle Sounders won 1, Houston Dynamo won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Seattle Sounders leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 4 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.00 per match (3 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–3 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (2)
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