Major League Soccer Gameweek 27
Seattle Sounders 3 - 1 FT Minnesota United FC
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
16' Jordan Morris (Albert Rusnák)
35' Hassani Dotson
↓ Kyle Duncan ↑Bongokuhle Hlongwane 45'
HT
Anthony Markanich (Bongokuhle Hlongwane) 57'
Owen Gene 58'
59' ↓ Daniel Musovski ↑Paul Arriola
59' ↓ Caden Clark ↑Sebastian Gomez
71' Hassani Dotson
↓ Marcus Caldeira ↑Mauricio González Carabalí 78'
83' Paul Arriola (Albert Rusnák)
84' ↓ Albert Rusnák ↑Yeimar Gomez
↓ Kelvin Yeboah ↑Maurice Malone 84'
↓ Tomás Chancalay ↑Aziel Jackson 84'
84' ↓ Nouhou Tolo ↑Kalani Kossa-Rienzi
86' stuar hawkins
90' ↓ Jordan Morris ↑Snyder Brunell
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Seattle Sounders
Goalkeepers
Andrew Thomas 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
90
Minutes
Defenders
Alexander Roldan 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Stuart Hawkins 
MAGNET
84
Activity
84
Activity
75
Passes
9
Duels
Jackson Ragen
MAGNET
103
Activity
103
Activity
98
Passes
5
Duels
Nouhou Tolo 
LATE SHIFT
6
Late Mins
6
Late Mins
84
Total Mins
84
Entry
Midfielders
Hassani Dotson 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Cristian Roldan
MAGNET
87
Activity
87
Activity
70
Passes
17
Duels
Jordan Morris 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
3
Shots
8.1
Rating
Albert Rusnák 
ARCHITECT
5
Key Passes
5
Key Passes
2
Assists
48%
Pass Acc
Caden Clark
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
59
Total Mins
59
Entry
Forwards
Danny Musovski
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
59
Total Mins
59
Entry
BENCH
Stefan Frei
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Yeimar Gómez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
6
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Antino Lopez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ryan Sailor
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kalani Kossa-Rienzi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
6
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Snyder Brunell
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sebastian Gomez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
31
Total Mins
Started
Entry
P. Kingston
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Paul Arriola 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
Minnesota United FC
Goalkeepers
Drake Callender 
OCTOPUS
5
Saves
5
Saves
0
Conceded
100%
Save %
Defenders
Kyle Duncan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
46
Total Mins
45
Entry
Jefferson Díaz 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
50%
Duel Win %
Michael Boxall 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
7
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Morris Duggan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Anthony Markanich
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
5
Shots
7.4
Rating
Wil Trapp
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Owen Gene
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tomás Chancalay
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
35%
Pass Acc
Forwards
Marcus Caldeira
LATE SHIFT
12
Late Mins
12
Late Mins
78
Total Mins
78
Entry
Kelvin Yeboah 
DRIBBLER
6
Dribbles
6
Dribbles
8
Attempts
75%
Success %
BENCH
Kayne Rizvanovich
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
DJ Taylor
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Fernando Romero
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Cherrion Valerius
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Aziel Jackson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
6
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Julian Gressel
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Maurice Malone
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
6
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Bongokuhle Hlongwane 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
6.7
Rating
Mauricio Gonzalez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
12
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/22/2026 | Minnesota United FC | 0 - 0 | Seattle Sounders | Major League Soccer | Allianz Field |
| 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 |
03/22/2026
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
Seattle Sounders Win
Minnesota United FC Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 22 GD: +29
P: 22 GD: +13
P: 23 GD: +1
P: 21 GD: +5
P: 23 GD: +1
P: 22 GD: +6
P: 21 GD: -2
P: 23 GD: +3
P: 22 GD: 0
P: 22 GD: +1
P: 22 GD: -3
P: 22 GD: -11
P: 22 GD: -11
P: 21 GD: -7
P: 22 GD: -25
League Standings
P: 26 GD: +33
P: 27 GD: +12
P: 27 GD: +8
P: 27 GD: +10
P: 27 GD: +2
P: 28 GD: +13
P: 27 GD: 0
P: 27 GD: 0
P: 28 GD: -7
P: 27 GD: -3
P: 27 GD: -4
P: 27 GD: 0
P: 27 GD: -12
P: 27 GD: -9
P: 27 GD: -33
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Seattle Sounders
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Seattle Sounders
Minnesota United FC
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Sounders Overpower Loons in Thrilling Western Conference Clash
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 39/100. Seattle proved too sharp in the final third, turning sheer shot volume into a crucial home victory to solidify their league position.
Early Warning Signs
Seattle immediately established a high tempo at Lumen Field, dictating the game's Stakes with controlled possession at 56%. The Seattle Sounders looked eager to snap out of their recent slump, pressing high and pinning Minnesota United FC back into their own half. The breakthrough came swiftly in the 16th minute when Albert Rusnák unlocked the defensive line to find Jordan Morris, who ruthlessly finished the chance. Rather than backing down, the home side kept their foot firmly on the gas. In the 35th minute, Hassani Dotson doubled the advantage, capping off a dominant first-half performance that left the visitors scrambling to find any sort of defensive Balance.
The Momentum Shift
Minnesota emerged from the locker room with renewed Intensity, refusing to let the game slip away without a bitter fight. A barrage of 27 combined shots turned the field into an absolute shooting gallery, with 12 corners across the match adding to the immense set-piece pressure on both goalkeepers. The visitors finally found their lifeline in the 57th minute when substitute Bongokuhle Hlongwane immediately impacted the game, setting up Anthony Markanich for a crucial goal. This sudden strike threatened a genuine Upset, changing the complexion of the match and forcing Seattle into a more cautious, reactive stance as the Loons pushed desperately for an equalizer.
Closing the Door
Just as Minnesota looked primed to steal an unexpected point on the road, Seattle's own tactical adjustments from the bench provided the decisive blow. In the 83rd minute, substitute Paul Arriola extinguished the visitors' hopes, latching onto another masterful feed from Rusnák. This third goal shattered Minnesota's resolve and secured three vital points for the Sounders. Despite Minnesota registering 14 total shots, their lack of precision—with only two on target—ultimately doomed them. Seattle's clinical edge and smart game management in the dying moments highlighted the gulf in execution, sending the loud Lumen Field crowd home happy.
Key Questions
What made A. Rusnák the Man of the Match?
Albert Rusnák orchestrated the offense beautifully, delivering two crucial assists and five key passes to unlock Minnesota's defense all night long.
How did substitute A. Rusnák change the game?
While he was actually a starter, his playmaking shifted the game's momentum, providing two elite assists including the late dagger to completely secure the win.
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.
Desperation Calls at Lumen Field
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 40/100. With a single point separating these struggling sides near the bottom of the table, this fixture is a gritty fight to stop the rot.
The Setup
The Seattle Sounders welcome Minnesota United FC to Lumen Field on September 27, 2026, with both clubs absolutely desperate for a turnaround in fortunes. A grim Form rating tells the story of two teams stuck in the mud in this grueling Major League Soccer campaign; Seattle has drawn four of their last five matches before suffering a recent defeat, while the visitors have only just snapped a dismal winless streak. The Stakes might appear low on paper with both clubs currently sitting well outside the playoff picture, but the sheer desperation for regular season points makes it a compelling, gritty scrap. Despite their respective struggles to find consistency, a remarkably high Balance score points to a razor-close encounter that could swing on a single mistake, while the Stars metric highlights that individual brilliance remains the most likely route to securing a desperately needed victory.
Key Battle
Seattle's creative heartbeat, Albert Rusnák, is tasked with unpicking a notoriously leaky Minnesota defence that ships over two goals per game on the road. The Slovakian playmaker already boasts three recent assists and will look to dictate the tempo from the middle of the park. He goes head-to-head against Minnesota's main attacking threat, Marcus Caldeira, a ruthless striker who has thrived despite his team's wider woes, constantly looking to punish any lapse in concentration from the home backline.
Our Prediction
Expect a cagey, error-strewn affair where neither side wants to blink first or commit too many bodies forward. With Seattle's slight home advantage and Minnesota's persistent defensive fragilities away from home, the Sounders might just have enough to edge a tight contest. Our take is a hard-fought 2-1 home victory, driven by late, sustained pressure in front of their own fans.