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Seattle Sounders vs Minnesota United Fc

Lumen Field, Seattle1 June 2025 at 23:00

Match Events

Seattle Sounders
Minnesota United FC
Kick Off
Half Time
46′
J. GresselB. Hlongwane
51′
T. Oluwaseyi

assist: R. Lod

54′
R. Lod

Penalty

J. RagenS. Hawkins
59′
P. RothrockR. Kent
59′
P. de La VegaG. Minoungou
60′
69′
O. GeneJ. Rosales
70′
A. MarkanichK. Yeboah
NouhouR. Baker-Whiting
75′
O. VargasO. De Rosario
80′
N. Romero

Own Goal

83′
89′
J. PereyraM. Duggan
90+6′Robin Lod
Full Time

Match Statistics

2Shots on Goal6
6Shots off Goal5
10Total Shots13
2Blocked Shots2
8Shots insidebox9
2Shots outsidebox4
13Fouls15
9Corner Kicks0
1Offsides0
65%Ball Possession35%
1Yellow Cards4
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves0
568Total passes320
496Passes accurate248
87%Passes %78%
0.85expected_goals2.53
-1goals_prevented-1

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Seattle Sounders is 6.99, compared to 6.79 for Minnesota United 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 (7.30), while Minnesota United FC's best-rated player is J. Pereyra (7.33).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Seattle Sounders have contributed 12 goals and 6 assists this season, led by P. Rothrock (4G). Minnesota United FC's starters account for 5 goals and 5 assists, spearheaded by A. Markanich (4G). 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 7.05 on average, against Minnesota United FC's 5-man backline averaging 6.67. 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 7.15, versus Minnesota United FC's 4 rated 6.98. 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 6.32, compared to 1 for Minnesota United FC averaging —. 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 85% for Seattle Sounders and 87% for Minnesota United 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 7 yellow cards this season, compared to 10 for Minnesota United 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 29.3 (youngest: K. Kossa-Rienzi (23), oldest: S. Frei (39)), while Minnesota United FC average 27.9 (youngest: N. Romero (22), oldest: M. Boxall (37)). 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 10 league appearances each, versus 10 for Minnesota United 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 Sounders4-2-3-15-4-1Minnesota United FC
GKDEFMIDFWD
24Frei85Kossa-R.25Ragen15Bell5Nouhou18Vargas7Roldan10Vega11Rusnak14Rothrock19Musovski97St.Clair24Gressel67Harvey15Boxall5Romero13Markani.17Lod30Gene20Trapp26Pereyra14Oluwase.

Substitutes

Coach: Brian Thomas Schmetzer

Substitutes

Coach: Eric Ramsay

Seattle SoundersPosition StrengthMinnesota United FC
6.99
Avg Rating
6.79
7.05Defender (4 v 5)6.67
1G 1A4G 1A
7.15Midfielder (5 v 4)6.98
10G 5A1G 4A
6.32Forward (1 v 1)
1G 0A0G 0A
Seattle Sounders4-2-3-1
24GoalkeeperS. Frei
85DefenderK. Kossa-Rienzi6.81G
25DefenderJ. Ragen7.3
15DefenderJ. Bell
5DefenderNouhou7.11A
18MidfielderO. Vargas
7MidfielderC. Roldan7.33G1A
10MidfielderP. de La Vega
11MidfielderA. Rusnak7.03G3A
14MidfielderP. Rothrock7.24G1A
19ForwardD. Musovski6.31G
Minnesota United FC5-4-1
97GoalkeeperD. St.Clair
24DefenderJ. Gressel6.4
67DefenderC. Harvey6.3
15DefenderM. Boxall6.7
5DefenderN. Romero7.0
13DefenderA. Markanich7.04G1A
17MidfielderR. Lod
30MidfielderO. Gene6.9
20MidfielderW. Trapp6.7
26MidfielderJ. Pereyra7.31G4A
14ForwardT. Oluwaseyi

Match Summary

Minnesota United FC defeated Seattle Sounders 3:2. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by T. Oluwaseyi 51′, R. Lod 54′ (pen.), K. Kossa-Rienzi 55′, T. Oluwaseyi 58′, N. Romero 83′ (o.g.). 5 yellow cards were shown. Seattle Sounders had 65% possession while Minnesota United FC held 35%. Seattle Sounders had 10 shots (2 on target) compared to 13 (6 on target) for Minnesota United FC. Expected goals: Seattle Sounders 0.85 — Minnesota United FC 2.53. Seattle Sounders made 5 substitutions, Minnesota United FC made 4.

Rivalry since 2017

Seattle Sounders vs Minnesota United FC Head to Head Results

20 stretnutí
Seattle Sounders
15
wins
Drawn
3
Minnesota United FC
2
wins
Total goals
54 · 2.7/match
Both scored
10/20 · 50%
Over 2.5
10/20 · 50%

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