Match Summary
Vancouver Whitecaps defeated Seattle Sounders 2:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2024. Goals were scored by R. Gauld 58′, B. White 71′. 4 yellow cards were shown, 2 red cards. Seattle Sounders had 37% possession while Vancouver Whitecaps held 63%. Seattle Sounders had 8 shots (1 on target) compared to 9 (4 on target) for Vancouver Whitecaps. Expected goals: Seattle Sounders 0.60 — Vancouver Whitecaps 2.01. Seattle Sounders made 4 substitutions, Vancouver Whitecaps made 5. VAR was involved: Card upgrade (Jackson Ragen 40′).
Match Events
Key match events between Seattle Sounders and Vancouver Whitecaps — 2 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
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Match Statistics
Seattle Sounders had 37% possession against Vancouver Whitecaps's 63%. Seattle Sounders registered 8 shots (1 on target) while Vancouver Whitecaps managed 9 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 6–3. Fouls committed: 8–12.
Lineups
Seattle Sounders lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under B. Schmetzer, while Vancouver Whitecaps deployed a 3-4-3 under V. Sartini.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Seattle Sounders is 7.14, compared to 7.17 for Vancouver Whitecaps. 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 Vancouver Whitecaps's best-rated player is P. Vite (7.39).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Seattle Sounders have contributed 23 goals and 17 assists this season, led by A. Rusnák (12G). Vancouver Whitecaps's starters account for 25 goals and 6 assists, spearheaded by B. White (18G). 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 Vancouver Whitecaps's 3-man backline averaging 7.19. 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 7.23, versus Vancouver Whitecaps's 4 rated 7.39. 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 Vancouver Whitecaps averaging 7.04. 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 52% for Seattle Sounders and 57% for Vancouver Whitecaps. 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 22 yellow cards this season, compared to 12 for Vancouver Whitecaps. 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 31.6 (youngest: J. Ragen (27), oldest: S. Frei (39)), while Vancouver Whitecaps average 27.8 (youngest: P. Vite (23), oldest: R. Gauld (30)). 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 19 for Vancouver Whitecaps. 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. Vancouver Whitecaps show 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Seattle Sounders and Vancouver Whitecaps have met 2 times — Seattle Sounders won 0, Vancouver Whitecaps won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Vancouver Whitecaps 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 (2 for the home side, 5 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–2 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026