Major League Soccer Gameweek 4
San Jose Earthquakes 0 - 1 FT Seattle Sounders
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Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
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'
↓ G. Minoungou ↑C. Roldan 65'
↓ D. Musovski ↑O. De Rosario 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
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
San Jose Earthquakes
Goalkeepers
Daniel 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
99
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Benjamin Kikanovic 
NPC
91
Minutes
91
Minutes
19%
Pass Acc
6.5
Rating
Daniel Munie 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Reid Roberts 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
57%
Duel Win %
DeJuan Jones
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
57
Total Mins
57
Entry
Midfielders
Ronaldo Vieira
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
99
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Beau Leroux
LATE SHIFT
13
Late Mins
13
Late Mins
77
Total Mins
77
Entry
Ousseni Bouda
LATE SHIFT
13
Late Mins
13
Late Mins
77
Total Mins
77
Entry
Nikolas Tsakiris 
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
67%
Pass Acc
Timo Werner
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
38%
Pass Acc
Forwards
Preston Judd
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
99
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
Earl Edwards Jr. 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Dave Romney
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Vítor Costa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
42
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Paul Marie
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jamar Ricketts
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jonathan González
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jack Skahan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ian Harkes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nick Fernandez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Seattle Sounders
Goalkeepers
Andrew Thomas 
OCTOPUS
6
Saves
6
Saves
0
Conceded
100%
Save %
Defenders
Cody Baker
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
78%
Duel Win %
A. Lopez 
SHIELD
4
Blocks
4
Blocks
0
Interceptions
0
Tackles
Jackson Ragen
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
99
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nouhou Tolo 
ENFORCER
4
Tackles
4
Tackles
7
Duels Won
78%
Win %
Midfielders
P. Kingston 
BRUISER
3
Fouls
3
Fouls
Yellow
Cards
4
Tackles
Nikola Petković
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Paul Rothrock 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Jesús Ferreira 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
2
Key Passes
6.9
Rating
Georgi Minoungou
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
65
Total Mins
65
Entry
Forwards
Danny Musovski
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
Alexander Roldan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
34
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Albert Rusnák
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
54
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sebastian Gomez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Cristian Roldan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
34
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Snyder Brunell
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
13
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kalani Kossa-Rienzi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Osaze De Rosario
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
34
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Paul Arriola
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/15/2026 | San Jose Earthquakes | 0 - 1 | Seattle Sounders | Major League Soccer | PayPal Park |
| 07/20/2025 | Seattle Sounders | 3 - 2 | San Jose Earthquakes | Major League Soccer | Lumen Field |
| 03/30/2025 | San Jose Earthquakes | 1 - 1 | Seattle Sounders | Major League Soccer | Earthquakes Stadium |
| 09/19/2024 | Seattle Sounders | 2 - 2 | San Jose Earthquakes | Major League Soccer | Lumen Field |
| 03/24/2024 | San Jose Earthquakes | 3 - 2 | Seattle Sounders | Major League Soccer | PayPal Park |
| 07/13/2023 | San Jose Earthquakes | 2 - 0 | Seattle Sounders | Major League Soccer | PayPal Park |
| 06/01/2023 | Seattle Sounders | 0 - 1 | San Jose Earthquakes | Major League Soccer | Lumen Field |
| 10/09/2022 | Seattle Sounders | 2 - 2 | San Jose Earthquakes | Major League Soccer | Lumen Field |
| 05/12/2022 | Seattle Sounders | 2 - 2 (PEN 9-10) | San Jose Earthquakes | US Open Cup | Starfire Sports Complex Stadium |
| 04/24/2022 | San Jose Earthquakes | 4 - 3 | Seattle Sounders | Major League Soccer | PayPal Park |
03/15/2026
07/20/2025
03/30/2025
09/19/2024
03/24/2024
07/13/2023
06/01/2023
10/09/2022
05/12/2022
04/24/2022
San Jose Earthquakes Win
Seattle Sounders Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 3 GD: +10
P: 3 GD: +5
P: 4 GD: +3
P: 3 GD: +3
P: 3 GD: +3
P: 3 GD: +1
P: 2 GD: +2
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 3 GD: -3
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -6
P: 2 GD: -4
P: 3 GD: -5
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
San Jose Earthquakes
Seattle Sounders
San Jose Earthquakes
Seattle Sounders
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Seattle Survive Quakes Siege to Seize First-Leg Advantage
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 48/100. 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.
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.
A Top-Four Clash at PayPal Park
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 51/100. A tense first-leg encounter awaits as two early-season powerhouses fight to seize the initiative in this crucial tie.
The Setup
The top-four race heats up at PayPal Park as third-placed San Jose Earthquakes host fifth-placed Seattle Sounders. Just two points separate the sides, and the Stakes are massive in this first leg of a pivotal two-leg tie. San Jose boasts an intimidating Form rating, having won four of their opening five matches while conceding a solitary goal. However, Seattle travels well as proven away specialists, creating a tight Balance between the hosts' ironclad defense and the visitors' ambition. With the return leg set for May 14 in Seattle, taking a first-leg advantage is absolutely critical.
Key Battle
The spotlight falls squarely on Daniel Munie for the hosts and Paul Rothrock for the visitors. Munie provides the attacking edge San Jose desperately needs in tight, tactical matches. His ability to unlock defenses will be heavily tested against Rothrock's dynamic presence. With a high Stars rating driving the narrative tonight, whoever commands this individual duel will likely tip the scales for their side.
Our Prediction
We expect a narrow home victory. San Jose's defensive solidity should allow them to frustrate Seattle and dictate the tempo. Look for the Earthquakes to grind out a low-scoring win, ensuring they travel to Seattle with a precious one-goal cushion.