Austin vs Seattle Sounders FC at Q2 Stadium in a crucial Western Conference showdown with playoff implications as the 2025 MLS regular season nears its climax. Austin, currently sitting 7th in the West with 41 points, seeks to overturn the dominance of Seattle Sounders, who hold 5th place with 45 points.
The Sounders have won the last two meetings, including a 2-0 victory at home in June. However, Austin will be buoyed by their home form and the return to form of key attacking players.
Goalkeeper Brad Stuver has been Austin’s rock this season, matching his career-high with 8 clean sheets and making the second-most saves in MLS (104), underpinning a defense that ranks fourth best in the West.
Albanian international Myrto Uzuni, Austin’s record signing, has hit his stride after a slow start, racking up 4 goals and 2 assists in his last 7 games. Unfortunately, the team will be without USMNT forward Brandon Vazquez, who remains sidelined with a long-term injury.
The Seattle Sounders rely on an attacking core featuring Danny Musovski, who has scored 8 goals this season, and young midfielder Obed Vargas, whose breakout year includes 3 goals and 5 assists.
The Sounders have been prolific away this season but have also conceded 1.8 goals per game on the road, reflecting vulnerability Austin will seek to exploit. The 2025 MLS All-Star Vargas continues his impressive campaign as Seattle looks to maintain its playoff push.
The match features intriguing storylines beyond playoff implications, with Austin’s record signing Myrto Uzuni finally hitting his stride after a slow start to his $12.3 million move from Granada CF.
The Albanian international has registered 4 goals and 2 assists in his last seven appearances, providing the attacking spark Austin desperately needed with USMNT striker Brandon Vazquez sidelined long-term with a knee injury.
Seattle counters with their own breakout star in 20-year-old Obed Vargas, whose sensational 2025 MLS All-Star campaign includes 3 goals and 5 assists while establishing himself as one of the league’s premier young talents.
Austin vs Seattle Sounders Match Preview – Team News, Recent Form, H2H & Prediction
This Western Conference clash carries enormous playoff implications as Austin seeks to overcome Seattle’s historical dominance in this matchup while continuing its impressive home form.
- Teams: Austin FC vs Seattle Sounders FC
- Date: Sunday, September 21, 2025
- Time: 7:00 PM ET / 6:00 PM CT / 4:00 PM PT
- Venue: Q2 Stadium, Austin, Texas
- Competition: MLS Regular Season 2025 (Matchday 35)
- Table Standings –
- Austin FC – 7th
- Seattle Sounders – 5th
Recent Form of Austin FC and Seattle Sounders
Austin FC has shown resilience in recent weeks, bouncing back from a disappointing 2-0 loss to FC Dallas with their heroic U.S. Open Cup semifinal triumph. Their league form reads mixed, but the injection of youth has provided optimism, with 21-year-old CJ Fodrey scoring two game-winners in their last three matches.
Seattle Sounders have maintained exceptional form since the FIFA Club World Cup break, winning the Leagues Cup and securing crucial league points. Despite their Tuesday night setback in Miami, their overall trajectory remains positive with key players returning to fitness.
- Austin FC: W-L-W-W-L (Recent: USOC Win vs Minnesota, MLS Loss vs FC Dallas, MLS Win vs Colorado)
- Seattle Sounders: L-D-W-W-W (Recent: Loss vs Inter Miami, Win vs Vancouver, Win vs Portland)
Current MLS Standings
| Team | Position | Points | Record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle Sounders FC | 5th West | 45 | 12-8-9 |
| Austin FC | 7th West | 41 | 11-10-8 |
Austin FC vs Seattle Sounders Head-to-Head
Seattle has dominated recent encounters, winning the last two meetings, including a convincing 2-0 victory at Lumen Field in June courtesy of goals from Jesús Ferreira and Danny Musovski. Overall, the Sounders lead the all-time series with 5 wins, 3 draws, and just 1 Austin victory in 9 previous meetings.
| Statistic | Austin FC | Seattle Sounders | Draws | Total Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All-Time Record | 1 | 5 | 3 | 9 |
| Last Meeting | 0 | 2 | 0 | June 28, 2025 |
Team News
- Austin FC: USMNT striker Brandon Vazquez remains sidelined with a long-term knee injury. CJ Fodrey could feature after his midweek heroics in the USOC semifinal. Myrto Uzuni continues his excellent form and is expected to start. Owen Wolff has been instrumental with 12 goal contributions this season.
- Seattle Sounders: Danny Musovski and Albert Rusnák received limited minutes against Inter Miami and should be fresh for this crucial match. Jordan Morris continues his recovery from injury. Obed Vargas and Reed Baker-Whiting will depart after this match for U-20 World Cup duty with Mexico and the United States, respectively.
Austin vs Seattle Sounders Possible Starting Lineups
Austin FC Predicted XI (4-3-3):
Brad Stuver; Jon Gallagher, Brendan Hines-Ike, Oleksandr Svatok, Guilherme Biro; Nicolás Dubersarsky, Daniel Pereira, Owen Wolff; Osman Bukari, Diego Rubio, Myrto Uzuni.
Seattle Sounders FC Predicted XI (4-2-3-1):
Stefan Frei; Alex Roldan, Yeimar Gomez, Jackson Ragen, Reed Baker-Whiting; Obed Vargas, Cristian Roldan; Paul Rothrock, Albert Rusnák, Jesús Ferreira; Danny Musovski.
Key Battles
- Brad Stuver vs Danny Musovski: Austin’s 2025 MLS All-Star goalkeeper faces Seattle’s leading scorer (14 goals)
- Owen Wolff vs Obed Vargas: Young midfield talents representing the future of their respective clubs
Tactical Overview
- Austin FC (4-3-3): Solid defensive foundation with Stuver’s shot-stopping ability; quick transitions through Wolff; attacking width from Uzuni and Bukari
- Seattle Sounders (4-2-3-1): Experienced spine with veteran leadership; creative midfield play through Rusnák; clinical finishing from Musovski
Austin vs Seattle Sounders Prediction
Austin’s home advantage and recent momentum from their USOC run could provide the edge against a Seattle side that may feel the effects of midweek travel and their Miami defeat. However, Seattle’s superior playoff experience and historical dominance in this matchup cannot be overlooked.
- Predicted Score: Austin FC 2-1 Seattle Sounders FC
How to Watch Austin vs Seattle Sounders
This Sunday Night Soccer match between Austin vs Seattle Sounders, presented by Continental Tire, will be available on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV for all subscribers.
Radio Coverage:
- Austin: Alt 97.5 (English), TUDN Radio Austin 104.3-HD2 (Spanish)
- Seattle: iHeartMedia Seattle (English), El Rey 1360AM (Spanish)