Major League Soccer Gameweek 5
Minnesota United FC 0 - 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
↓ A. Roldan ↑J. Ragen 22'
Antino Lopez 38'
Nikola Petković 38'
HT
47' Jefferson Díaz
↓ N. Petkovic ↑S. Brunell 64'
↓ O. De Rosario ↑J. Morris 65'
↓ G. Minoungou ↑J. Ferreira 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
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Minnesota United FC
Goalkeepers
Drake Callender 
ARCHITECT
1
Key Passes
1
Key Passes
0
Assists
5%
Pass Acc
Defenders
Kyle Duncan 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
5
Tackles
90%
Duel Win %
Jefferson Díaz 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Morris Duggan 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Fernando Romero
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Anthony Markanich
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
75%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
Joaquín Pereyra
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
28%
Pass Acc
Nectarios Triantis 
NPC
91
Minutes
91
Minutes
21%
Pass Acc
6.9
Rating
Wil Trapp
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tomás Chancalay
LATE SHIFT
13
Late Mins
13
Late Mins
77
Total Mins
77
Entry
Forwards
Kelvin Yeboah
LATE SHIFT
13
Late Mins
13
Late Mins
77
Total Mins
77
Entry
BENCH
Alec Smir 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Devin Padelford
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
18
Total Mins
Started
Entry
DJ Taylor
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
James Rodríguez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
18
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Julian Gressel
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Carlos Harvey
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Owen Gene
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
4
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Bongokuhle Hlongwane
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
23
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mamadou Dieng
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
18
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Seattle Sounders
Goalkeepers
Andrew Thomas 
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
1
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
Kalani Kossa-Rienzi
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
4
Tackles
62%
Duel Win %
Alexander Roldan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
22
Entry
A. Lopez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nouhou Tolo 
MAGNET
115
Activity
115
Activity
111
Passes
4
Duels
Midfielders
Nikola Petković
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Cristian Roldan
MAGNET
114
Activity
114
Activity
106
Passes
8
Duels
Paul Rothrock
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
30%
Pass Acc
Albert Rusnák
MAGNET
75
Activity
75
Activity
70
Passes
5
Duels
Georgi Minoungou
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Forwards
Osaze De Rosario
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
65
Total Mins
65
Entry
BENCH
Stefan Frei
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Jackson Ragen
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
73
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Cody Baker
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
P. Kingston
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Snyder Brunell
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
31
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jesús Ferreira
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
30
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Paul Arriola
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jordan Morris
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
30
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/08/2025 | Minnesota United FC | 3 - 3 (PEN 7-6) | Seattle Sounders | Major League Soccer | Allianz Field |
| 11/04/2025 | Seattle Sounders | 4 - 2 | Minnesota United FC | Major League Soccer | Lumen Field |
| 10/28/2025 | Minnesota United FC | 0 - 0 (PEN 3-2) | Seattle Sounders | Major League Soccer | Allianz Field |
| 08/17/2025 | Minnesota United FC | 1 - 0 | Seattle Sounders | Major League Soccer | Allianz Field |
| 06/01/2025 | Seattle Sounders | 2 - 3 | Minnesota United FC | Major League Soccer | Lumen Field |
| 08/24/2024 | Minnesota United FC | 2 - 3 | Seattle Sounders | Major League Soccer | Allianz Field |
| 07/27/2024 | Seattle Sounders | 2 - 0 | Minnesota United FC | Leagues Cup | Lumen Field |
| 06/16/2024 | Seattle Sounders | 2 - 0 | Minnesota United FC | Major League Soccer | Lumen Field |
| 08/27/2023 | Minnesota United FC | 1 - 1 | Seattle Sounders | Major League Soccer | Allianz Field |
11/08/2025
11/04/2025
10/28/2025
08/17/2025
06/01/2025
08/24/2024
07/27/2024
06/16/2024
08/27/2023
Minnesota United FC Win
Seattle Sounders Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 4 GD: +5
P: 5 GD: +3
P: 4 GD: +9
P: 4 GD: +6
P: 4 GD: +3
P: 4 GD: +1
P: 3 GD: +3
P: 3 GD: 0
P: 3 GD: -2
P: 4 GD: -6
P: 3 GD: -1
P: 3 GD: -6
P: 3 GD: -4
P: 4 GD: -6
League Standings
P: 25 GD: +33
P: 26 GD: +4
P: 26 GD: +9
P: 26 GD: +7
P: 26 GD: +8
P: 27 GD: +14
P: 26 GD: +1
P: 27 GD: -8
P: 26 GD: -1
P: 26 GD: 0
P: 26 GD: -12
P: 25 GD: -5
P: 24 GD: -5
P: 26 GD: -7
P: 25 GD: -34
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Minnesota United FC
Seattle Sounders
Minnesota United FC
Seattle Sounders
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
A Tense Stalemate Leaves the Tie Wide Open
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 15/100. 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.
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.
Archive note: this preview was written after the match was played.
Tactical Chess in the Twin Cities
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 47/100. Early-season positioning and first-leg momentum are on the line as two closely matched MLS sides look to draw first blood.
The Setup
On March 22, 2026, Allianz Field plays host to a fascinating tactical battle. With an off-the-charts Balance rating, the odds suggest a razor-thin margin between Minnesota United FC and the visiting Seattle Sounders. Despite modest early-season Stakes, this first leg of their regular-season series sets the tone for the return fixture on September 27 in Seattle. The visitors boast a superior Form profile as genuine away specialists, anchored by a strong Stars rating thanks to an inspired run from goalkeeper Andrew Thomas, who has been a brick wall between the posts.
Key Battle
Minnesota's creative hub, Joaquín Pereyra, is tasked with unlocking a stubborn Seattle defensive block. He will cross paths directly with Paul Rothrock, whose scintillating attacking output poses a constant, clinical threat on the counter for the Sounders.
Our Prediction
A cagey 1-1 draw. Seattle's defensive solidity and Thomas's elite shot-stopping will frustrate the hosts, leaving the tie perfectly poised for the second leg in the Pacific Northwest.