Major League Soccer· Season 2025
Match Summary
Seattle Sounders defeated Portland Timbers 1:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by P. de La Vega 16′. 1 yellow card was shown, 1 red card. Seattle Sounders had 51% possession while Portland Timbers held 49%. Seattle Sounders had 10 shots (3 on target) compared to 9 (4 on target) for Portland Timbers. Expected goals: Seattle Sounders 1.16 — Portland Timbers 0.56. Seattle Sounders made 5 substitutions, Portland Timbers made 5. VAR was involved: Card upgrade (Albert Rusnák 90′).
Match Events
Key match events between Seattle Sounders and Portland Timbers — 1 goal and 2 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
Seattle Sounders had 51% possession against Portland Timbers's 49%. Seattle Sounders registered 10 shots (3 on target) while Portland Timbers managed 9 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 3–6. Fouls committed: 11–10.
Lineups
Seattle Sounders lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Brian Thomas Schmetzer, while Portland Timbers deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Philip John Neville.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Seattle Sounders is 7.09, compared to 6.86 for Portland Timbers. 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 Portland Timbers's best-rated player is J. Mosquera (7.23).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Seattle Sounders have contributed 13 goals and 11 assists this season, led by P. Rothrock (4G). Portland Timbers's starters account for 13 goals and 9 assists, spearheaded by K. Kelsy (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 7.15 on average, against Portland Timbers's 4-man backline averaging 6.89. 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 7.12, versus Portland Timbers's 5 rated 6.81. 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 6.72, compared to 1 for Portland Timbers averaging 6.89. 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 86% for Portland Timbers. 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 11 for Portland Timbers. 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 30.2 (youngest: J. Ferreira (25), oldest: S. Frei (39)), while Portland Timbers average 23.9 (youngest: K. Kelsy (21), oldest: K. Miller (28)). 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 11 for Portland Timbers. 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: Brian Thomas Schmetzer
Substitutes
Coach: Philip John Neville
Rivalry since 2012
Seattle Sounders vs Portland Timbers Head to Head Results· 45
Seattle Sounders and Portland Timbers have met 45 times — Seattle Sounders won 15, Portland Timbers won 19, with 11 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2012. Portland Timbers leads the head-to-head with 19 victories from 45 meetings. A combined 133 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.96 per match (65 for the home side, 68 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 30 matches (67%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 27 games (60%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Portland Timbers are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–6 in 2021.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Seattle Sounders have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Portland Timbers show 2 wins, 1 draw and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026