Match Summary
Seattle Sounders defeated St. Louis City 2:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2023. Goals were scored by A. Rusnák 23′, T. Parker 38′ (o.g.). 7 yellow cards were shown. St. Louis City had 52% possession while Seattle Sounders held 48%. St. Louis City had 16 shots (5 on target) compared to 15 (5 on target) for Seattle Sounders. Expected goals: St. Louis City 0.70 — Seattle Sounders 1.23. St. Louis City made 5 substitutions, Seattle Sounders made 4. VAR was involved: Penalty cancelled (Nicholas Gioacchini 68′).
Match Events
Key match events between St. Louis City and Seattle Sounders — 2 goals and 7 cards recorded during the match.
assist: C. Roldan
Own Goal
Match Statistics
St. Louis City had 52% possession against Seattle Sounders's 48%. St. Louis City registered 16 shots (5 on target) while Seattle Sounders managed 15 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 7–7. Fouls committed: 8–17.
Lineups
St. Louis City lined up in a 4-2-2-2 formation under B. Carnell, while Seattle Sounders deployed a 4-2-3-1 under B. Schmetzer.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for St. Louis City is 6.69, compared to 7.16 for Seattle Sounders. 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. St. Louis City's highest-rated starter is A. Watts (6.69), while Seattle Sounders's best-rated player is A. Rusnák (7.60).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of St. Louis City have contributed 1 goals and 0 assists this season, led by A. Watts (1G). Seattle Sounders's starters account for 22 goals and 15 assists, spearheaded by A. Rusnák (12G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
St. Louis City deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Seattle Sounders's 4-man backline averaging 7.14. 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
St. Louis City field 4 midfielders averaging 6.69, versus Seattle Sounders's 5 rated 7.33. 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
St. Louis City start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Seattle Sounders averaging 6.91. 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 —% for St. Louis City and 55% for Seattle Sounders. 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
St. Louis City's starters have collected 1 yellow cards this season, compared to 17 for Seattle Sounders. 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 St. Louis City's starting XI is 27.3 (youngest: A. Watts (25), oldest: J. Nerwinski (31)), while Seattle Sounders average 30.8 (youngest: Léo Chú (25), oldest: S. Frei (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
St. Louis City's starters average 11 league appearances each, versus 26 for Seattle Sounders. 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, St. Louis City have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. Seattle Sounders show 4 wins, 2 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
St. Louis City and Seattle Sounders have met 2 times — St. Louis City won 1, Seattle Sounders won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 6 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (2 for the home side, 4 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 4–1 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (2)
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