Major League Soccer· Season 2025
Match Summary
Minnesota United FC defeated Seattle Sounders 1:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by J. Pereyra 73′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Minnesota United FC had 29% possession while Seattle Sounders held 71%. Minnesota United FC had 10 shots (3 on target) compared to 15 (5 on target) for Seattle Sounders. Expected goals: Minnesota United FC 0.70 — Seattle Sounders 1.40. Minnesota United FC made 3 substitutions, Seattle Sounders made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Minnesota United FC and Seattle Sounders — 1 goal and 3 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
Minnesota United FC had 29% possession against Seattle Sounders's 71%. Minnesota United FC registered 10 shots (3 on target) while Seattle Sounders managed 15 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 3–8. Fouls committed: 8–10.
Lineups
Minnesota United FC lined up in a 5-4-1 formation under Eric Ramsay, while Seattle Sounders deployed a 5-4-1 under Brian Thomas Schmetzer.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Minnesota United FC is 6.74, compared to 7.01 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. Minnesota United FC's highest-rated starter is J. Pereyra (7.33), while Seattle Sounders's best-rated player is C. Roldan (7.52).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Minnesota United FC have contributed 9 goals and 5 assists this season, led by K. Yeboah (8G). Seattle Sounders's starters account for 18 goals and 23 assists, spearheaded by O. Vargas (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
Minnesota United FC deploy 5 defenders rated 6.60 on average, against Seattle Sounders's 5-man backline averaging 7.02. 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
Minnesota United FC field 4 midfielders averaging 7.00, versus Seattle Sounders's 4 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
Minnesota United FC start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.76, compared to 1 for Seattle Sounders averaging 6.43. 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 84% for Minnesota United FC and 49% 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
Minnesota United FC's starters have collected 8 yellow cards this season, compared to 38 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 Minnesota United FC's starting XI is 27.6 (youngest: N. Romero (22), oldest: M. Boxall (37)), while Seattle Sounders average 27.4 (youngest: R. Baker-Whiting (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
Minnesota United FC's starters average 10 league appearances each, versus 27 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 Ramsay
Substitutes
Coach: Brian Thomas Schmetzer
Rivalry since 2017
Minnesota United FC vs Seattle Sounders Head to Head Results· 20
Minnesota United FC and Seattle Sounders have met 20 times — Minnesota United FC won 2, Seattle Sounders won 15, with 3 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2017. Seattle Sounders leads the head-to-head with 15 victories from 20 meetings. A combined 58 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.90 per match (17 for the home side, 41 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 11 matches (55%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 11 games (55%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–2 in 2025.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Minnesota United FC have recorded 1 win, 2 draws and 3 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