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8 March 2025 at 21:45

Major League Soccer · Season 2025
Referee: Drew Fischer

Match Summary

Seattle Sounders defeated Los Angeles FC 5:2. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by K. Kossa-Rienzi 11′, N. Ordaz 38′, P. Rothrock 57′, J. Morris 77′, C. Roldan 84′, D. Martinez 90′, A. Rusnak 90′. 1 yellow cards were shown. Seattle Sounders had 58% possession while Los Angeles FC held 42%. Seattle Sounders had 14 shots (11 on target) compared to 8 (3 on target) for Los Angeles FC. Expected goals: Seattle Sounders 1.69 — Los Angeles FC 1.29. Seattle Sounders made 5 substitutions, Los Angeles FC made 5.

Match Events

Key match events between Seattle Sounders and Los Angeles FC — 7 goals and 1 cards recorded during the match.

Seattle Sounders
Los Angeles FC
Kick Off
K. Kossa-Rienzi

assist: J. Ferreira

11′
P. de La VegaA. Rusnak
36′
38′
N. Ordaz
Half Time
D. MusovskiJ. Morris
46′
46′
S. PalenciaR. Hollingshead
46′
M. DelgadoIgor Jesus
46′
A. LongMarlon
P. Rothrock

assist: A. Rusnak

57′
59′
A. SmolyakovD. Bouanga
65′
D. Martinez
69′Nkosi Tafari
K. Kossa-RienziA. Roldan
70′
J. FerreiraC. Roldan
71′
J. Morris

assist: P. Rothrock

77′
C. Roldan

assist: A. Rusnak

84′
D. LeyvaG. Minoungou
88′
Full Time

Match Statistics

Seattle Sounders had 58% possession against Los Angeles FC's 42%. Seattle Sounders registered 14 shots (11 on target) while Los Angeles FC managed 8 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 9–4. Fouls committed: 9–11.

11Shots on Goal3
1Shots off Goal1
14Total Shots8
2Blocked Shots4
9Shots insidebox7
5Shots outsidebox1
9Fouls11
9Corner Kicks4
3Offsides1
58%Ball Possession42%
0Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
0Goalkeeper Saves4
719Total passes511
656Passes accurate444
91%Passes %87%
1.69expected_goals1.29
-2goals_prevented-2

Lineups

Seattle Sounders lined up in a 3-4-3 formation under Brian Thomas Schmetzer, while Los Angeles FC deployed a 3-4-3 under Steven Emil Cherundolo.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Seattle Sounders is 6.97, compared to 7.00 for Los Angeles FC. 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 J. Ragen (7.19), while Los Angeles FC's best-rated player is S. Palencia (7.06).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Seattle Sounders have contributed 30 goals and 24 assists this season, led by D. Musovski (16G). Los Angeles FC's starters account for 4 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by O. Giroud (3G). 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 7.19 on average, against Los Angeles FC's 3-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 4 midfielders averaging 6.89, versus Los Angeles FC's 4 rated 7.06. 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 6.96, compared to 3 for Los Angeles FC averaging 6.94. 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 65% for Seattle Sounders and 44% for Los Angeles FC. 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 24 yellow cards this season, compared to 7 for Los Angeles FC. 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 26.9 (youngest: D. Leyva (22), oldest: Joao Paulo (34)), while Los Angeles FC average 34.0 (youngest: S. Palencia (29), oldest: O. Giroud (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 23 for Los Angeles FC. 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.

Seattle SoundersPosition StrengthLos Angeles FC
6.97
Avg Rating
7.00
7.19🛡 DEF (3 v 3)
2G 1A0G 0A
6.89 MID (4 v 4)7.06
4G 8A1G 2A
6.96 FWD (3 v 3)6.94
24G 15A3G 1A
Seattle Sounders3-4-3
26🧤GKA. Thomas
28🛡DEFY. Gomez Andrade
25🛡DEFJ. Ragen7.22G1A
15🛡DEFJ. Bell
85MIDK. Kossa-Rienzi
75MIDD. Leyva7.02A
6MIDJoao Paulo6.9
14MIDP. Rothrock6.84G6A
10FWDP. de La Vega6.94G4A
19FWDD. Musovski6.916G5A
9FWDJ. Ferreira7.14G6A
Los Angeles FC3-4-3
12🧤GKT. Hasal
91🛡DEFNkosi Tafari
33🛡DEFA. Long
4🛡DEFE. Segura
14MIDS. Palencia7.11G2A
43MIDA. Saldana
8MIDM. Delgado
29MIDA. Smolyakov
20FWDY. Yeboah
9FWDO. Giroud6.93G1A
27FWDN. Ordaz

Substitutes

24(G)S. Frei
5(D)Nouhou
93(F)G. Minoungou

Substitutes

24(D)R. Hollingshead
5(D)Marlon
22(F)C. Under

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Seattle Sounders have recorded 4 wins, 2 draws and 0 defeats. Los Angeles FC show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.

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Los Angeles FC

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Head to Head

Seattle Sounders and Los Angeles FC have met 1 times — Seattle Sounders won 0, Los Angeles FC won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Los Angeles FC leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 4 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.00 per match (0 for the home side, 4 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–0 in 2025.

0

Seattle Sounders

0

Drawn

1

Los Angeles FC

Goals: 0Goals: 4

Recent Meetings (1)

15 May 2025Los Angeles FC4 – 0Seattle Sounders

API data: 15 Mar 2026

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