On May 10, 2025, the Seattle Sounders FC delivered a commanding 3-1 victory over the Houston Dynamo at Shell Energy Stadium, marking a significant triumph in their MLS season. Continuing an unbeaten streak, getting the RAVE Green back on track to continue their playoff streak. Let’s find out how!
The match was one of very high intensity, as both teams did everything they could for early control. Seattle‘s home-born and raised forward, Jordan Morris, broke the 0-0 deadlock in the 15th minute, capitalizing on an extremely precise through ball from Seattle’s incredible Slovak playmaker, Albert Rusnák, to slot the ball past Houston’s goalkeeper, Steve Clark. This goal set the tone for the Sounders, who kept up the pressure throughout the first half.
Houston responded with vigor, and their efforts finally bore fruit in the 30th minute when Ezequiel Ponce equalized, finishing a very well-orchestrated team move that left the Seattle Sounders FC’s defense exposed for a single moment. The only moment the Dynamo needed to give Sounders FC fans a heart attack. The first half concluded with both teams tied at 1-1, reflecting how hard these teams would fight for Western Conference supremacy or playoff revenge.
The second half saw the Sounders FC elevate their performance hella. In the 55th minute, Morris struck again, this time heading in a cross from Alex Roldan, restoring Seattle’s lead and proving doubters about his finishing wrong for a day. The Dynamo struggled to regain their composure, and Sounders FC capitalized on this in the 70th minute when that incredible playmaker Rusnák extended the lead to 3-1 with a oh so powerful shot from outside the box, leaving Clark with zero chance.
Defensively, Seattle remained 100% resolute in the 2nd half, with goalkeeper Stefan Frei making crucial saves to deny Houston any further goals. The Sounders’ midfield, orchestrated by the Brazilian maestro João Paulo and the rebounding in form Cristian Roldan, effectively controlled the tempo, limiting the Dynamo’s attacking threats.
This victory showcased Seattle’s attacking prowess and defensive solidity. Overall, the match was a testament to Seattle’s tactical discipline and offensive efficiency, with Morris’s brace and Rusnák’s goal underscoring their attacking depth. The Sounders’ ability to adapt and dominate in the second half exemplified their resilience and ambition for the season.
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