Major League Soccer Regular season

Minnesota United FC 0 - 0 FT Seattle Sounders

Allianz Field

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Verdict Futmetrix
8
FT
dim. 22 mars
English
Minnesota United FC
0-0
Seattle Sounders
⚡ Intensité 6
⚖️ Équilibre 0
🏆 Enjeu 50
🎲 Surprise 10
Stalemate leaves the knockout tie open.

A Tense Stalemate Leaves the Tie Wide Open

À éviter Score Futmetrix: 8/100. A resolute defensive masterclass from the hosts ensured this first leg ended scoreless, pushing all the pressure onto the impending return match in Seattle.

Early Gridlock

Allianz Field played host to a cagey opening chapter in this crucial two-legged tie. From the opening exchanges, the Seattle Sounders established clear tactical intentions, holding the ball and dictating the tempo. The visitors heavily skewed the Balance of play, ultimately commanding a massive 68% of possession throughout the contest. However, Minnesota United FC seemed entirely comfortable with this setup, organizing a rigid defensive block that refused to be pulled out of shape. Despite the overwhelming possession, Seattle struggled to translate their time on the ball into clear-cut chances, managing only two shots on target. The early gridlock set a cautious tone, with both sides acutely aware that a single mistake in this first leg could jeopardize their entire season.

Defensive Stand

The defining narrative of the match became a relentless wave of set-piece pressure. The visitors forced numerous dead-ball situations, contributing to a combined total of eleven corners across the ninety minutes. Yet, every time the ball was delivered into the box, it was met by a resolute home defense. Kyle Duncan and Nicolás Romero delivered commanding performances in the backline, clearing aerial threats and disrupting passing lanes. The Intensity spiked during these corner sequences, but goalkeeper Drake Callender remained unflappable, producing two crucial saves to secure the shutout. Minnesota even generated the better statistical chances on the counter, edging the expected goals battle 0.97 to 0.64, but they lacked the finishing touch required to steal a vital home advantage.

The Stakes Ahead

With the referee's final whistle cementing the 0-0 draw, the true Stakes of this matchup are now fully shifted to the Pacific Northwest. This scoreless result is a tactical victory for the home side, who navigated a massive possession deficit without conceding. Everything now hinges on the highly anticipated second leg scheduled for September 27, where it becomes a pure winner-takes-all scenario. The Seattle squad will undoubtedly feel frustrated after completing over 600 passes without a breakthrough, while the Loons will take massive confidence from their defensive masterclass. As both rosters prepare for the return game, the pressure mounts—one moment of magic or a single defensive lapse will ultimately decide who survives this grueling test.

Key Questions

Who anchored the Minnesota defense?

Kyle Duncan and Nicolás Romero delivered outstanding performances to secure the shutout at home.

When is the decisive second leg?

The winner-takes-all return match will take place on September 27 in Seattle.

Qu'est-ce que le Futmetrix Score ?

Le Futmetrix Score est notre verdict de 0 a 100 sur le spectacle d'un match. On regarde l'intensite, l'equilibre, les enjeux et les stars pour vous dire si ca vaut le coup.

Statistiques du Match

Possession
32%
68%
Minnesota United FC 32%
Seattle Sounders 68%
Tirs
9
11
Minnesota United FC 9
Seattle Sounders 11
Tirs Cadrés
2
2
Minnesota United FC 2
Seattle Sounders 2
Buts Attendus (xG)
0.97
0.64
Minnesota United FC 0.97
Seattle Sounders 0.64
Passes
308
672
Minnesota United FC 308
Seattle Sounders 672
Précision Passes
79%
90%
Minnesota United FC 79%
Seattle Sounders 90%
Corners
4
7
Minnesota United FC 4
Seattle Sounders 7
Fautes
8
13
Minnesota United FC 8
Seattle Sounders 13
Cartons Jaunes
1
3
Minnesota United FC 1
Seattle Sounders 3
Cartons Rouges
0
0
Minnesota United FC 0
Seattle Sounders 0

Événements du Match

A. Roldan J. Ragen 🔄 22'
Antino Lopez 🟨 38'
Nikola Petković 🟨 38'
HT
47' 🟨 Jefferson Díaz
N. Petkovic S. Brunell 🔄 64'
G. Minoungou J. Ferreira 🔄 65'
O. De Rosario J. Morris 🔄 65'
Jackson Ragen 🟨 67'
72' 🔄 K. Duncan B. Hlongwane
77' 🔄 T. Chancalay J. Rodriguez
77' 🔄 N. Romero D. Padelford
77' 🔄 K. Yeboah M. Dieng
90'+1 🔄 N. Triantis O. Gene
FT

Cartes des Joueurs

Notre avis sur chaque joueur de ce match

Minnesota United FC

Gardiens
D. Callender
MAGNET
AIMANT
16
Activité
16
Activité
15
Passes
1
Duels
Défenseurs
K. Duncan
WALL
MUR
0
Dribblé
0
Dribblé
5
Tacles
90%
Duel %
J. Diaz
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
95
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
M. Duggan
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
95
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
N. Romero
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
13
Min. Tardives
13
Min. Tardives
77
Min. Totales
77
Entrée
A. Markanich
WALL
MUR
0
Dribblé
0
Dribblé
3
Tacles
75%
Duel %
Milieux
J. Pereyra
PROVOCATEUR
PROVOCATEUR
4
Fautes Subies
4
Fautes Subies
5
Duels Gagnés
0
Pénaltys Obtenus
N. Triantis
NPC
NPC
91
Minutes
91
Minutes
21%
Préc. Passe
6.9
Note
W. Trapp
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
95
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
T. Chancalay
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
13
Min. Tardives
13
Min. Tardives
77
Min. Totales
77
Entrée
Attaquants
K. Yeboah
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
13
Min. Tardives
13
Min. Tardives
77
Min. Totales
77
Entrée
BANC
A. Smir
SPECTATOR
SPECTATEUR
0
Arrêts
0
Arrêts
0
Encaissés
0
Minutes
D. Padelford
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
18
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
D. Taylor
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
0
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
J. Rodriguez
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
18
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
J. Gressel
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
0
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
C. Harvey
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
0
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
O. Gene
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
4
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
B. Hlongwane
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
23
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
M. Dieng
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
18
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée

Seattle Sounders

Gardiens
A. Thomas
MAGNET
AIMANT
22
Activité
22
Activité
21
Passes
1
Duels
Défenseurs
K. Kossa-Rienzi
WALL
MUR
0
Dribblé
0
Dribblé
4
Tacles
62%
Duel %
A. Roldan
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
22
Min. Totales
22
Entrée
A. Lopez
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
95
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
Nouhou
MAGNET
AIMANT
115
Activité
115
Activité
111
Passes
4
Duels
Milieux
N. Petkovic
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
64
Min. Totales
64
Entrée
C. Roldan
MAGNET
AIMANT
114
Activité
114
Activité
106
Passes
8
Duels
P. Rothrock
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
95
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
A. Rusnak
MAGNET
AIMANT
75
Activité
75
Activité
70
Passes
5
Duels
G. Minoungou
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
65
Min. Totales
65
Entrée
Attaquants
O. De Rosario
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
65
Min. Totales
65
Entrée
BANC
S. Frei
SPECTATOR
SPECTATEUR
0
Arrêts
0
Arrêts
0
Encaissés
0
Minutes
J. Ragen
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
73
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
C. Baker
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
0
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
P. Kingston
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
0
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
S. Brunell
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
31
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
J. Ferreira
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
30
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
P. Arriola
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
0
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
J. Morris
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
30
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée

Confrontations

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16/06/2024 Seattle Sounders 2 - 0 Minnesota United FC Major League Soccer Lumen Field
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Minnesota United FC Win
Seattle Sounders Win
Draw