Major League Soccer Gameweek 15
Los Angeles FC 1 - 0 FT Seattle Sounders
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
HT
↓ H. Dotson ↑S. Brunell 63'
↓ Kim Kee-Hee ↑A. Lopez 63'
↓ P. Rothrock ↑D. Musovski 69'
78' ↓ D. Martinez ↑T. Boyd
79' ↓ M. Choiniere ↑S. Eustaquio
82' ↓ A. Long ↑Nkosi Tafari
86' T. Tillman (T. Boyd)
↓ J. Ferreira ↑O. De Rosario 90'
↓ K. Kossa-Rienzi ↑P. Kingston 90'
90'+2 ↓ D. Bouanga ↑A. Smolyakov
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Los Angeles FC
Goalkeepers
Thomas Hasal 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Ryan Hollingshead 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Ryan Porteous 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
65%
Pass Acc
Aaron Long
LATE SHIFT
8
Late Mins
8
Late Mins
83
Total Mins
82
Entry
Eddie Segura
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Mark Delgado
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
24%
Pass Acc
Mathieu Choinière 
MAGNET
72
Activity
72
Activity
63
Passes
9
Duels
Timothy Tillman 
CLUTCH HERO
86
Goal Time
86
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
8.9
Rating
Forwards
David Martínez Morales
LATE SHIFT
12
Late Mins
12
Late Mins
79
Total Mins
78
Entry
Son Heung-min
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Denis Bouanga
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
39%
Pass Acc
BENCH
Cabral Carter 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Nkosi Tafari
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
7
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Artem Smoliakov
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Stephen Eustaquio
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Amin Boudri
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ryan Raposo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tyler Boyd 
SUPER SUB
1
Assist
1
Assist
11
Minutes
6.9
Rating
Jeremy Ebobisse
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nathan Ordaz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Seattle Sounders
Goalkeepers
Andrew Thomas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Kalani Kossa-Rienzi 
NPC
90
Minutes
90
Minutes
45%
Pass Acc
6.2
Rating
Kim Kee-hee
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
63
Total Mins
63
Entry
Jackson Ragen 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
80%
Duel Win %
Nouhou Tolo 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Midfielders
Jesús Ferreira
NPC
90
Minutes
90
Minutes
31%
Pass Acc
6.3
Rating
Hassani Dotson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
63
Total Mins
63
Entry
Cristian Roldán
MAGNET
105
Activity
105
Activity
101
Passes
4
Duels
Paul Rothrock
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
69
Total Mins
69
Entry
Forwards
Jordan Morris
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Albert Rusnák
MAGNET
50
Activity
50
Activity
48
Passes
2
Duels
BENCH
Stefan Frei
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Antino Lopez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
27
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alex Roldán
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Cody Baker
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Peter Kingston
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Snyder Brunell
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
27
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sebastian Gomez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Osaze De Rosario
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Daniel Musovski
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/15/2025 | Los Angeles FC | 4 - 0 | Seattle Sounders | Major League Soccer | BMO Stadium |
| 03/08/2025 | Seattle Sounders | 5 - 2 | Los Angeles FC | Major League Soccer | Lumen Field |
| 11/24/2024 | Los Angeles FC | 1 - 2 (AET) | Seattle Sounders | Major League Soccer | BMO Stadium |
| 08/29/2024 | Seattle Sounders | 0 - 1 | Los Angeles FC | US Open Cup | Starfire Sports Stadium |
| 08/18/2024 | Seattle Sounders | 0 - 3 | Los Angeles FC | Leagues Cup | Lumen Field |
| 07/21/2024 | Seattle Sounders | 0 - 3 | Los Angeles FC | Major League Soccer | Lumen Field |
| 02/24/2024 | Los Angeles FC | 2 - 1 | Seattle Sounders | Major League Soccer | BMO Stadium |
| 11/27/2023 | Seattle Sounders | 0 - 1 | Los Angeles FC | Major League Soccer | Lumen Field |
| 06/22/2023 | Los Angeles FC | 1 - 0 | Seattle Sounders | Major League Soccer | BMO Stadium |
| 03/18/2023 | Seattle Sounders | 0 - 0 | Los Angeles FC | Major League Soccer | Lumen Field |
05/15/2025
03/08/2025
11/24/2024
08/29/2024
08/18/2024
07/21/2024
02/24/2024
11/27/2023
06/22/2023
03/18/2023
Los Angeles FC Win
Seattle Sounders Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 12 GD: +7
P: 11 GD: +15
P: 11 GD: +14
P: 11 GD: +8
P: 11 GD: +6
P: 11 GD: -2
P: 10 GD: -3
P: 11 GD: -6
P: 12 GD: 0
P: 10 GD: 0
P: 10 GD: -3
P: 10 GD: -3
P: 11 GD: -16
P: 10 GD: -8
League Standings
| Pos | Team | P | Pts | GF | GA | GD | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vancouver Whitecaps | 18 | 37 | 40 | 17 | +23 | |
| 2 | Houston Dynamo | 19 | 35 | 28 | 24 | +4 | |
| 3 | Los Angeles FC | 21 | 34 | 35 | 21 | +14 | |
| 4 | San Jose Earthquakes | 19 | 33 | 38 | 27 | +11 | |
| 5 | FC Dallas | 20 | 33 | 38 | 29 | +9 | |
| 6 | St. Louis City | 20 | 30 | 28 | 26 | +2 | |
| 7 | Colorado Rapids | 20 | 28 | 30 | 25 | +5 | |
| 8 | Real Salt Lake | 19 | 28 | 33 | 30 | +3 | |
| 9 | Minnesota United FC | 20 | 25 | 22 | 28 | -6 | |
| 10 | Portland Timbers | 19 | 24 | 34 | 35 | -1 | |
| 11 | Seattle Sounders | 19 | 24 | 21 | 26 | -5 | |
| 12 | San Diego | 19 | 24 | 33 | 29 | +4 | |
| 13 | Los Angeles Galaxy | 20 | 22 | 24 | 30 | -6 | |
| 14 | Austin | 20 | 20 | 25 | 39 | -14 | |
| 15 | Sporting Kansas City | 20 | 15 | 19 | 49 | -30 |
P: 18 GD: +23
P: 19 GD: +4
P: 21 GD: +14
P: 19 GD: +11
P: 20 GD: +9
P: 20 GD: +2
P: 20 GD: +5
P: 19 GD: +3
P: 20 GD: -6
P: 19 GD: -1
P: 19 GD: -5
P: 19 GD: +4
P: 20 GD: -6
P: 20 GD: -14
P: 20 GD: -30
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Late Tillman Strike Shatters Sounders' Resolve
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 37/100. A grueling tactical standoff at BMO Stadium demanded immense patience before a sudden spark of late genius reshaped the upper echelons of the Western Conference standings.
Tactical Chess on the West Coast
Seattle Sounders edged possession in the opening phases, carefully circulating the ball in an attempt to quiet the raucous home crowd. However, Los Angeles FC countered with relentless offensive volume. The hosts unleashed a barrage of 17 total shots and forced 7 corners, turning the final third into a sustained pressure cooker. Despite this attacking verve, the Intensity was tempered by a lack of clinical finishing early on. Seattle’s defense, anchored by the outstanding Jackson Ragen, absorbed wave after wave of pressure. Ragen was an absolute wall, seamlessly organizing the backline and sweeping away danger to frustrate the home side's forwards. The visitors remained remarkably calm under fire, trusting their defensive shape to weather the early storm.
Hasal Holds the Fort
As the second half progressed, the Balance of the match teetered on a knife's edge. Seattle grew in confidence on the counter-attack, attempting to spring an Upset on the run of play by testing the Los Angeles FC defense. This period required heroic intervention from Thomas Hasal. The goalkeeper was called into action repeatedly, pulling off four crucial saves to deny Seattle the breakthrough. His commanding presence in the penalty area ensured the visitors could not capitalize on their slight possession advantage. The field became a tense tactical battleground where one misstep would undoubtedly cost either side the game. Recognizing the grinding stalemate, the LAFC bench made a pivotal substitution in the 78th minute to inject a fresh attacking dynamic.
The Late Breakthrough
With the Stakes incredibly high for two top-tier contenders battling for prime positioning, substitute T. Boyd immediately justified his introduction. In the 86th minute, Boyd orchestrated the defining moment of the match, threading a precise pass to set up T. Tillman. The midfielder did not hesitate, burying the late winner to break the deadlock and send BMO Stadium into absolute delirium. Tillman’s strike was the culmination of a sublime individual performance that also included three key passes, cementing his status as the undisputed offensive catalyst of the night. This gritty 1-0 victory provides a massive emotional lift for Los Angeles FC, pulling them right into Seattle's rear-view mirror in the standings and proving their resilience in the most demanding fixtures.
Key Questions
What made Timothy Tillman the Man of the Match?
Scoring the decisive 86th-minute winner and delivering three key passes firmly established him as the match's primary offensive catalyst.
How dramatic was the late winner by Timothy Tillman?
It was the ultimate tension-breaker. Arriving in the dying minutes after a grueling tactical stalemate, it instantly decided a razor-thin contest.
What does this mean for Los Angeles FC's season?
The critical victory elevates their position in the standings, closing the gap on third-place Seattle and demonstrating their ability to grind out crucial results.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Top-Four Ambitions Collide at BMO Stadium
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 66/100. With a narrow three-point gap separating these two Western Conference heavyweights, this clash is essential viewing for the playoff picture.
The Setup
Los Angeles FC currently sit seventh with 21 points, while the Seattle Sounders hold the coveted fourth spot on 24 points. A high Stakes rating underscores the importance of this May 25, 2026 encounter at BMO Stadium. The home side's recent Form has been patchy, dropping valuable points in recent weeks. However, an off-the-charts Stars rating driven by Son Heung-Min and an in-form Denis Bouanga means they possess undeniable game-breaking ability. Seattle arrive as dangerous road warriors, boasting a formidable 50% win rate on their travels, which keeps the competitive Balance incredibly tight.
Key Battle
The defining clash will be fought on the flanks. The home side's glittering attacking line loves to stretch the pitch and overload the wide areas. They will face a stern test against an away back line that has built its success on disciplined, compact defending. Whoever dictates the width of the pitch will likely control the tempo of the entire match.
Our Prediction
We expect a tense, tightly contested affair. LAFC have the attacking firepower to dominate possession and push the tempo, but Seattle's prowess on the road makes them lethal on the counter. A 1-1 draw seems the most likely outcome, with the visitors frustrating the home crowd by absorbing pressure and striking swiftly on the break.