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Major League SoccerSeason 2025

Seattle Sounders vs Los Angeles Galaxy

14 September 2025 at 01:30Lumen Field, Seattle

Match Summary

Seattle Sounders and Los Angeles Galaxy drew 2:2. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by J. Ferreira 5′, D. Musovski 41′, M. Yoshida 44′, M. Yamane 87′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Seattle Sounders had 58% possession while Los Angeles Galaxy held 42%. Seattle Sounders had 19 shots (9 on target) compared to 15 (7 on target) for Los Angeles Galaxy. Expected goals: Seattle Sounders 3.47 — Los Angeles Galaxy 1.77. Seattle Sounders made 5 substitutions, Los Angeles Galaxy made 5.

Match Events

Key match events between Seattle Sounders and Los Angeles Galaxy — 4 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.

Match Statistics

Seattle Sounders had 58% possession against Los Angeles Galaxy's 42%. Seattle Sounders registered 19 shots (9 on target) while Los Angeles Galaxy managed 15 (7 on target). Corner kicks: 8–10. Fouls committed: 11–7.

Shots on Goal
9
7
Shots Off Goal
6
4
Total Shots
19
15
Blocked Shots
4
4
Shots inside the Box
16
8
Shots outside the Box
3
7
Fouls
11
7
Corner Kicks
8
10
Offsides
3
0
Ball Possession
58%
42%
Yellow Cards
2
0
Red Cards
0
0
Goalkeeper Saves
5
7
Total Passes
553
390
Accurate Passes
492
321
Pass Accuracy
89%
82%
Expected Goals (xG)
3.47
1.77
Goals Prevented (xGP)
0
0

Lineups

Seattle Sounders lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Brian Thomas Schmetzer, while Los Angeles Galaxy deployed a 3-4-3 under Gregory Dean Vanney.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Seattle Sounders is 7.00, compared to 6.77 for Los Angeles Galaxy. 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 (7.33), while Los Angeles Galaxy's best-rated player is J. Paintsil (7.25).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Seattle Sounders have contributed 11 goals and 5 assists this season, led by P. Rothrock (4G). Los Angeles Galaxy's starters account for 4 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by J. Paintsil (3G). 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 7.17 on average, against Los Angeles Galaxy's 3-man backline averaging 6.68. 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 7.05, versus Los Angeles Galaxy's 4 rated 6.76. 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 6.31, compared to 3 for Los Angeles Galaxy averaging 7.00. 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 Seattle Sounders and 80% for Los Angeles Galaxy. 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 9 yellow cards this season, compared to 8 for Los Angeles Galaxy. 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 29.1 (youngest: K. Kossa-Rienzi (23), oldest: S. Frei (39)), while Los Angeles Galaxy average 26.3 (youngest: H. Miller (18), oldest: M. Yoshida (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 Los Angeles Galaxy. 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 Sounders4-2-3-13-4-3Los Angeles Galaxy
GKDEFMIDFWD
24Frei16Roldan28Andrade25Ragen21Baker-W.18Vargas7Roldan85Kossa-R.9Ferreira14Rothrock19Musovski1Micovic63Rindov4Yoshida14Nelson2Yamane22Wynder6Cerrillo7Fagundez28Paintsil27Berry26Miller

Substitutes

Coach: Brian Thomas Schmetzer

Substitutes

Coach: Gregory Dean Vanney

Seattle SoundersPosition StrengthLos Angeles Galaxy
7.00
Avg Rating
6.77
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.58
0G 0A0G 0A
7.17Defender (4 v 3)6.68
0G 0A1G 0A
7.05Midfielder (5 v 4)6.76
10G 5A0G 1A
6.31Forward (1 v 3)7.00
1G 0A3G 2A
Seattle Sounders4-2-3-1
24GoalkeeperS. Frei
16DefenderA. Roldan7.2
28DefenderY. Gomez Andrade7.0
25DefenderJ. Ragen7.3
21DefenderR. Baker-Whiting
18MidfielderO. Vargas
7MidfielderC. Roldan7.33G1A
85MidfielderK. Kossa-Rienzi6.71G
9MidfielderJ. Ferreira7.12G3A
14MidfielderP. Rothrock7.14G1A
19ForwardD. Musovski6.31G
Los Angeles Galaxy3-4-3
1GoalkeeperN. Micovic6.6
63DefenderC. Rindov6.7
4DefenderM. Yoshida6.91G
14DefenderJ. Nelson6.4
2MidfielderM. Yamane6.61A
22MidfielderE. Wynder6.5
6MidfielderE. Cerrillo7.1
7MidfielderD. Fagundez
28ForwardJ. Paintsil7.33G2A
27ForwardM. Berry
26ForwardH. Miller6.8

Rivalry since 2012

Seattle Sounders vs Los Angeles Galaxy Head to Head Results· 45

Seattle Sounders and Los Angeles Galaxy have met 45 times — Seattle Sounders won 19, Los Angeles Galaxy won 14, with 12 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2012. Seattle Sounders leads the head-to-head with 19 victories from 45 meetings. A combined 134 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.98 per match (73 for the home side, 61 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 24 matches (53%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 26 games (58%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–3 in 2019.

Total goals
134 · 3.0/match
Both scored
24/45 · 53%
Over 2.5
26/45 · 58%

Recent Meetings

28/08/25Leagues Cup
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09/08/24Leagues Cup
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11/05/23US Open Cup
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Highest-scoring game: 43 v 2019

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In their last 6 matches, Seattle Sounders have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Los Angeles Galaxy show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss from their last 6 outings.

Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026