Major League Soccer Regular season

San Jose Earthquakes 0 - 1 FT Seattle Sounders

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Verdict Futmetrix
44
FT
dim. 15 mars
English
San Jose Earthquakes
0-1
Seattle Sounders
⚡ Intensité 37
⚖️ Équilibre 20
🏆 Enjeu 50
🎲 Surprise 60
Seattle steal first-leg advantage against the odds.

Seattle Survive Quakes Siege to Seize First-Leg Advantage

Divertissement moyen Score Futmetrix: 44/100. A resolute defensive masterclass from the visitors neutralized a relentless attacking storm, completely flipping the script ahead of the return leg.

The Early Ambush

The San Jose Earthquakes set out to turn PayPal Park into a fortress, but the script was violently rewritten just 20 minutes in. Despite the hosts setting a blistering tempo that pushed the Intensity metrics to their upper limits, it was the Seattle Sounders who drew first blood. Against the run of play, a razor-sharp counterattack found J. Ferreira in space. He threaded a perfect ball to P. Rothrock, who finished with icy composure to give the visitors a priceless 1-0 lead. From that moment, San Jose dominated possession with 63 percent of the ball, forcing Seattle into a deep, entrenched defensive posture. The early goal completely warped the tactical dynamic, turning the rest of the first half into an exercise in survival for the away side.

The Green Wall

Trailing at home, San Jose unleashed an absolute barrage. A staggering 25 shots turned the penalty area into a shooting gallery, generating 17 corner kicks as the hosts sought an equalizer. At the heart of this resistance was Andrew Thomas, whose heroics between the posts defined the match. The goalkeeper produced six phenomenal saves, frustrating the Quakes at every turn. San Jose's Niko Tsakiris operated as the chief architect, pulling strings and delivering four key passes in an attempt to unlock the defense. Yet, a towering backline effort, anchored by Antino Lopez, ensured the door remained firmly shut. A significant Upset factor was brewing as Seattle absorbed the staggering shot volume without cracking, proving that offensive quantity does not always translate to quality.

Late Drama and Looking Ahead

The final minutes offered a climax drenched in tension. The statistical Balance of the match heavily favored San Jose's attacking output, but the scoreboard stubbornly refused to bend. Just as the Earthquakes threw everyone forward, Seattle thought they had killed the tie on the counter in the 89th minute. Cody Baker put the ball in the back of the net, only for VAR to dramatically intervene and rule the goal out. That lifeline means the Stakes for the May 14 return leg in Seattle are astronomical. The Earthquakes are bruised but still breathing, while the Sounders travel home clutching a precious one-goal advantage. This knockout tie is far from over, promising another fierce battle in the Pacific Northwest.

Key Questions

How did VAR change this match?

VAR intervened in the 89th minute to rule out Cody Baker's potential tie-killing second goal, keeping San Jose's hopes alive for the return leg.

What made Andrew Thomas the Man of the Match?

Thomas delivered a towering performance in goal, registering six crucial saves to frustrate San Jose's 25-shot barrage and secure a vital clean sheet.

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
63%
37%
San Jose Earthquakes 63%
Seattle Sounders 37%
Tirs
25
6
San Jose Earthquakes 25
Seattle Sounders 6
Tirs Cadrés
7
4
San Jose Earthquakes 7
Seattle Sounders 4
Buts Attendus (xG)
1.67
0.51
San Jose Earthquakes 1.67
Seattle Sounders 0.51
Passes
483
311
San Jose Earthquakes 483
Seattle Sounders 311
Précision Passes
87%
81%
San Jose Earthquakes 87%
Seattle Sounders 81%
Corners
17
0
San Jose Earthquakes 17
Seattle Sounders 0
Fautes
6
11
San Jose Earthquakes 6
Seattle Sounders 11
Cartons Jaunes
1
4
San Jose Earthquakes 1
Seattle Sounders 4
Cartons Rouges
0
0
San Jose Earthquakes 0
Seattle Sounders 0

Événements du Match

Nouhou Tolo 🟨 10'
P. Rothrock (J. Ferreira) 20'
HT
Nikola Petković 🟨 46'
J. Ferreira A. Rusnak 🔄 46'
Daniel Musovski 🟨 56'
57' 🔄 D. Jones Vitor Costa
Peter Kingston 🟨 59'
N. Petkovic A. Roldan 🔄 65'
D. Musovski O. De Rosario 🔄 65'
G. Minoungou C. Roldan 🔄 65'
77' 🔄 O. Bouda J. Skahan
77' 🔄 B. Leroux N. Fernandez
86' 🟨 Niko Tsakiris
P. Kingston S. Brunell 🔄 86'
Cody Baker 89'
90'+1 🔄 B. Kikanovic P. Marie
FT

Cartes des Joueurs

Notre avis sur chaque joueur de ce match

San Jose Earthquakes

Gardiens
Daniel
MAGNET
AIMANT
19
Activité
19
Activité
19
Passes
0
Duels
Défenseurs
B. Kikanovic
NPC
NPC
91
Minutes
91
Minutes
19%
Préc. Passe
6.5
Note
D. Munie
STORMTROOPER
TIREUR FOU
2
Tirs
2
Tirs
0
Buts
1
Cadrés
R. Roberts
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
99
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
D. Jones
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
57
Min. Totales
57
Entrée
Milieux
R. Vieira
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
99
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
B. Leroux
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
13
Min. Tardives
13
Min. Tardives
77
Min. Totales
77
Entrée
O. Bouda
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
13
Min. Tardives
13
Min. Tardives
77
Min. Totales
77
Entrée
N. Tsakiris
MAGNET
AIMANT
90
Activité
90
Activité
78
Passes
12
Duels
T. Werner
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
99
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
Attaquants
P. Judd
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
99
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
BANC
E. Edwards
SPECTATOR
SPECTATEUR
0
Arrêts
0
Arrêts
0
Encaissés
0
Minutes
D. Romney
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
0
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
Vitor Costa
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
42
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
P. Marie
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
8
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
J. Ricketts
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
0
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
J. A. Gonzalez Mendoza
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
0
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
J. Skahan
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
22
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
I. Harkes
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
0
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
N. Fernandez
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
22
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée

Seattle Sounders

Gardiens
A. Thomas
OCTOPUS
PIEUVRE
6
Arrêts
6
Arrêts
0
Encaissés
100%
Arrêt %
Défenseurs
C. Baker
PROVOCATEUR
PROVOCATEUR
4
Fautes Subies
4
Fautes Subies
7
Duels Gagnés
0
Pénaltys Obtenus
A. Lopez
SHIELD
BOUCLIER
4
Contres
4
Contres
0
Interceptions
0
Tacles
J. Ragen
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
99
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
Nouhou
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
99
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
Milieux
P. Kingston
BRUISER
COGNEUR
3
Fautes
3
Fautes
Yellow
Cartons
4
Tacles
N. Petkovic
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
65
Min. Totales
65
Entrée
P. Rothrock
SNIPER
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Buts
2
Tirs
J. Ferreira
PROVIDER
FOURNISSEUR
1
Passes D.
1
Passes D.
2
Passes Clés
6.9
Note
G. Minoungou
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
65
Min. Totales
65
Entrée
Attaquants
D. Musovski
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
A. Roldan
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
34
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
A. Rusnak
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
54
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
S. Gomez
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
0
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
C. Roldan
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
34
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
S. Brunell
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
13
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
K. Kossa-Rienzi
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
0
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
O. De Rosario
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
34
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée
P. Arriola
LATE SHIFT
QUART TARDIF
15
Min. Tardives
15
Min. Tardives
0
Min. Totales
Titulaire
Entrée

Confrontations

Date Home Score Away Competition Venue
20/07/2025 Seattle Sounders 3 - 2 San Jose Earthquakes Major League Soccer Lumen Field
30/03/2025 San Jose Earthquakes 1 - 1 Seattle Sounders Major League Soccer Earthquakes Stadium
19/09/2024 Seattle Sounders 2 - 2 San Jose Earthquakes Major League Soccer Lumen Field
24/03/2024 San Jose Earthquakes 3 - 2 Seattle Sounders Major League Soccer PayPal Park
13/07/2023 San Jose Earthquakes 2 - 0 Seattle Sounders Major League Soccer PayPal Park
01/06/2023 Seattle Sounders 0 - 1 San Jose Earthquakes Major League Soccer Lumen Field
09/10/2022 Seattle Sounders 2 - 2 San Jose Earthquakes Major League Soccer Lumen Field
24/04/2022 San Jose Earthquakes 4 - 3 Seattle Sounders Major League Soccer PayPal Park
20/07/2025
Major League Soccer Lumen Field
30/03/2025
Major League Soccer Earthquakes Stadium
19/09/2024
Major League Soccer Lumen Field
24/03/2024
Major League Soccer PayPal Park
13/07/2023
Major League Soccer PayPal Park
01/06/2023
Major League Soccer Lumen Field
09/10/2022
Major League Soccer Lumen Field
24/04/2022
Major League Soccer PayPal Park
San Jose Earthquakes Win
Seattle Sounders Win
Draw