Major League Soccer· Season 2025
Match Summary
Seattle Sounders defeated FC Dallas 1:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by D. Musovski 17′. 6 yellow cards were shown. FC Dallas had 57% possession while Seattle Sounders held 43%. FC Dallas had 10 shots (0 on target) compared to 16 (5 on target) for Seattle Sounders. Expected goals: FC Dallas 0.42 — Seattle Sounders 1.47. FC Dallas made 5 substitutions, Seattle Sounders made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between FC Dallas and Seattle Sounders — 1 goal and 6 cards recorded during the match.
assist: P. de La Vega
Match Statistics
FC Dallas had 57% possession against Seattle Sounders's 43%. FC Dallas registered 10 shots (0 on target) while Seattle Sounders managed 16 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 4–5. Fouls committed: 16–20.
Lineups
FC Dallas lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Eric Quill, while Seattle Sounders deployed a 3-4-3 under Brian Thomas Schmetzer.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for FC Dallas is 6.82, compared to 7.05 for Seattle Sounders. 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. FC Dallas's highest-rated starter is P. Musa (7.40), while Seattle Sounders's best-rated player is C. Roldan (7.52).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of FC Dallas have contributed 17 goals and 7 assists this season, led by P. Musa (12G). Seattle Sounders's starters account for 40 goals and 31 assists, spearheaded by D. Musovski (16G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
FC Dallas deploy 4 defenders rated 6.80 on average, against Seattle Sounders's 3-man backline averaging 7.07. 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
FC Dallas field 5 midfielders averaging 6.68, versus Seattle Sounders's 4 rated 7.14. 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
FC Dallas start 1 forward(s) averaging 7.40, compared to 3 for Seattle Sounders averaging 6.96. 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 79% for FC Dallas and 51% for Seattle Sounders. 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
FC Dallas's starters have collected 18 yellow cards this season, compared to 39 for Seattle Sounders. 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 FC Dallas's starting XI is 26.3 (youngest: N. Norris (20), oldest: S. Ibeagha (33)), while Seattle Sounders average 27.7 (youngest: O. Vargas (20), oldest: S. Frei (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
FC Dallas's starters average 12 league appearances each, versus 29 for Seattle Sounders. 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
Coach: Eric Quill
Substitutes
Coach: Brian Thomas Schmetzer
Rivalry since 2012
FC Dallas vs Seattle Sounders Head to Head Results· 39
FC Dallas and Seattle Sounders have met 39 times — FC Dallas won 9, Seattle Sounders won 20, with 10 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2012. Seattle Sounders leads the head-to-head with 20 victories from 39 meetings. A combined 95 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.44 per match (37 for the home side, 58 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 18 matches (46%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 19 games (49%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Seattle Sounders are currently unbeaten in the last 5 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–2 in 2013.
Recent Meetings
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In their last 6 matches, FC Dallas have recorded 4 wins, 0 draws and 2 defeats. Seattle Sounders show 4 wins, 2 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026