Pairing up for today's match, we have the Colorado Rapids and Seattle Sounders FC.
In between the sticks for the Seattle Sounders is Stefan Frei with a decent rating of 6.93 this season. Not far behind him, Andy Thomas also managed a rating of 6.90 with a single save. On the other side of the field, Colorado Rapids' keeper Zack Steffen sports the same rating while making an impressive 17 saves.
The Sounders are bringing some exceptional talent into the fold tonight with Albert Rusnák and Jordan Morris, both netting three goals apiece with precise passing in the high 80s and 60s respectively. Don't forget Paul Rothrock too as he brings two goals to the table with a comfortable 79.0% in passing accuracy.
Colorados Rapids' have Đorđe Mihailović out front, boasting a rating of 7.73, one goal under his belt and a considerable 83.4% in accurate passes. Michael Joseph Edwards is another one to watch, sticking tight with a single goal and owning a splendid 89.5% in passing accuracy.
Looking at the previous matchups, both teams show a close and competitive history. Their last fixture ended in a 1-1 draw back in March 2024, and before that, Seattle had a domineering 4-0 victory in February 2023.
This season, both teams show relatively similar records, but Colorado edges out slightly with one additional win. Recent results for Seattle indicate strong form, with one loss marred by a succession of victories. Colorado, on the other hand, exhibits more of a mixed bag of victories and defeats.
Now, taking everything into account and putting my money where my mouth is...
Albert’s Prediction: Colorado Rapids by 1