Match Summary
Seattle Sounders and Colorado Rapids drew 3:3. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by O. Vargas 16′, A. Rusnak 43′, A. Rusnak 47′, D. Mihailovic 50′ (pen.), C. Bassett 53′ (pen.), D. Yapi 75′. 9 yellow cards were shown. Seattle Sounders had 55% possession while Colorado Rapids held 45%. Seattle Sounders had 16 shots (8 on target) compared to 13 (9 on target) for Colorado Rapids. Expected goals: Seattle Sounders 1.90 — Colorado Rapids 2.47. Seattle Sounders made 5 substitutions, Colorado Rapids made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Seattle Sounders and Colorado Rapids — 6 goals and 9 cards recorded during the match.
assist: D. Musovski
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Match Statistics
Seattle Sounders had 55% possession against Colorado Rapids's 45%. Seattle Sounders registered 16 shots (8 on target) while Colorado Rapids managed 13 (9 on target). Corner kicks: 3–7. Fouls committed: 8–11.
Lineups
Seattle Sounders lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Brian Thomas Schmetzer, while Colorado Rapids deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Christopher Armas.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Seattle Sounders is 7.17, compared to 7.00 for Colorado Rapids. 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. Rusnak (7.60), while Colorado Rapids's best-rated player is D. Mihailovic (7.43).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Seattle Sounders have contributed 39 goals and 31 assists this season, led by D. Musovski (16G). Colorado Rapids's starters account for 30 goals and 16 assists, spearheaded by Rafael Navarro (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
Seattle Sounders deploy 4 defenders rated 7.14 on average, against Colorado Rapids's 4-man backline averaging 6.73. 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 7.25, versus Colorado Rapids's 5 rated 7.02. 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 6.90, compared to 1 for Colorado Rapids averaging 7.28. 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 55% for Seattle Sounders and —% for Colorado Rapids. 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 27 yellow cards this season, compared to 27 for Colorado Rapids. 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 28.3 (youngest: J. Ferreira (25), oldest: A. Rusnak (31)), while Colorado Rapids average 25.9 (youngest: T. Ku-DiPietro (23), oldest: Z. Steffen (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 32 league appearances each, versus 26 for Colorado Rapids. 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. Colorado Rapids show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Seattle Sounders and Colorado Rapids have met 1 times — Seattle Sounders won 0, Colorado Rapids won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 2 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.00 per match (1 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–1 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026