Match Summary
Seattle Sounders defeated San Diego 1:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by J. Ferreira 58′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Seattle Sounders had 37% possession while San Diego held 63%. Seattle Sounders had 7 shots (5 on target) compared to 15 (7 on target) for San Diego. Expected goals: Seattle Sounders 0.47 — San Diego 1.08. Seattle Sounders made 5 substitutions, San Diego made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Seattle Sounders and San Diego — 1 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
Seattle Sounders had 37% possession against San Diego's 63%. Seattle Sounders registered 7 shots (5 on target) while San Diego managed 15 (7 on target). Corner kicks: 4–6. Fouls committed: 13–13.
Lineups
Seattle Sounders lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Brian Thomas Schmetzer, while San Diego deployed a 4-3-3 under Michael Anthony Varas.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Seattle Sounders is 7.11, compared to 7.03 for San Diego. 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 San Diego's best-rated player is J. Tverskov (7.55).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Seattle Sounders have contributed 22 goals and 27 assists this season, led by A. Rusnak (12G). San Diego's starters account for 16 goals and 20 assists, spearheaded by L. de la Torre (5G). 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 6.96 on average, against San Diego's 4-man backline averaging 7.03. 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 7.32, versus San Diego's 3 rated 7.17. 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 7.06, compared to 3 for San Diego averaging 6.92. 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 47% for Seattle Sounders and 65% for San Diego. 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 23 yellow cards this season, compared to 30 for San Diego. 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 30.5 (youngest: J. Ferreira (25), oldest: S. Frei (39)), while San Diego average 25.7 (youngest: L. Bombino (19), oldest: J. Tverskov (32)). 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 30 league appearances each, versus 32 for San Diego. 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 Diego show 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Seattle Sounders and San Diego have met 1 times — Seattle Sounders won 0, San Diego won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. San Diego leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 3 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (0 for the home side, 3 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 3–0 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026