Match Summary
Sporting Kansas City defeated Seattle Sounders 2:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2023. Goals were scored by E. Thommy 4′, A. Pulido 31′, N. Lodeiro 66′ (pen.). 5 yellow cards were shown. Seattle Sounders had 60% possession while Sporting Kansas City held 40%. Seattle Sounders had 11 shots (3 on target) compared to 11 (5 on target) for Sporting Kansas City. Expected goals: Seattle Sounders 1.49 — Sporting Kansas City 0.83. Seattle Sounders made 3 substitutions, Sporting Kansas City made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Seattle Sounders and Sporting Kansas City — 3 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: G. Kinda
assist: E. Thommy
Penalty
Match Statistics
Seattle Sounders had 60% possession against Sporting Kansas City's 40%. Seattle Sounders registered 11 shots (3 on target) while Sporting Kansas City managed 11 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 5–8. Fouls committed: 15–7.
Lineups
Seattle Sounders lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under B. Schmetzer, while Sporting Kansas City deployed a 4-3-3 under P. Vermes.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Seattle Sounders is 7.15, compared to 6.89 for Sporting Kansas City. 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 Sporting Kansas City's best-rated player is J. Davis (6.89).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Seattle Sounders have contributed 21 goals and 12 assists this season, led by A. Rusnák (12G). Sporting Kansas City's starters account for 7 goals and 4 assists, spearheaded by D. Sallói (7G). 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 4 defenders rated 7.14 on average, against Sporting Kansas City's 4-man backline averaging 6.89. 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 5 midfielders averaging 7.60, versus Sporting Kansas City'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 1 forward(s) averaging 6.91, compared to 3 for Sporting Kansas City averaging 6.89. 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 53% for Seattle Sounders and —% for Sporting Kansas City. 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 11 yellow cards this season, compared to 11 for Sporting Kansas City. 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 30.3 (youngest: Léo Chú (25), oldest: S. Frei (39)), while Sporting Kansas City average 32.3 (youngest: J. Davis (23), oldest: T. Melia (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 27 league appearances each, versus 31 for Sporting Kansas City. 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. Sporting Kansas City show 0 wins, 1 draws and 5 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Seattle Sounders and Sporting Kansas City have met 2 times — Seattle Sounders won 2, Sporting Kansas City won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Seattle Sounders leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 12 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 6.00 per match (8 for the home side, 4 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 5–2 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (2)
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