Match Summary
San Jose Earthquakes defeated Seattle Sounders 1:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2023. Goals were scored by J. Ebobisse 48′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Seattle Sounders had 63% possession while San Jose Earthquakes held 37%. Seattle Sounders had 23 shots (8 on target) compared to 9 (3 on target) for San Jose Earthquakes. Expected goals: Seattle Sounders 2.95 — San Jose Earthquakes 0.98. Seattle Sounders made 4 substitutions, San Jose Earthquakes made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Seattle Sounders and San Jose Earthquakes — 1 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Rodrigues
Match Statistics
Seattle Sounders had 63% possession against San Jose Earthquakes's 37%. Seattle Sounders registered 23 shots (8 on target) while San Jose Earthquakes managed 9 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 10–2. Fouls committed: 12–9.
Lineups
Seattle Sounders lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under B. Schmetzer, while San Jose Earthquakes deployed a 4-3-3 under L. Gonzalez.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Seattle Sounders is 7.17, compared to 6.72 for San Jose Earthquakes. 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 San Jose Earthquakes's best-rated player is B. Kikanovic (6.72).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Seattle Sounders have contributed 15 goals and 13 assists this season, led by A. Rusnák (12G). San Jose Earthquakes's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. 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 7.09 on average, against San Jose Earthquakes's 4-man backline averaging —. 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 San Jose Earthquakes'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 —, compared to 3 for San Jose Earthquakes averaging 6.72. 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 49% for Seattle Sounders and —% for San Jose Earthquakes. 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 16 yellow cards this season, compared to 3 for San Jose Earthquakes. 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 29.1 (youngest: D. Teves (25), oldest: S. Frei (39)), while San Jose Earthquakes average 27.3 (youngest: B. Kikanovic (25), oldest: T. Beason (28)). 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 29 league appearances each, versus 10 for San Jose Earthquakes. 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. San Jose Earthquakes show 2 wins, 0 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Seattle Sounders and San Jose Earthquakes have met 2 times — Seattle Sounders won 1, San Jose Earthquakes 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 7 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.50 per match (4 for the home side, 3 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–2 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026