Minnesota United vs Seattle Sounders: 2025 MLS Playoffs First Round Preview
Minnesota United will host the Seattle Sounders at Allianz Field in the first of their three clashes during the 2025 MLS playoffs first round. The sides face off in a best-of-three series, with the winner progressing to the one-off Conference semi-finals against either San Diego FC or the Portland Timbers.
Season Overview
Minnesota United had a strong 2025 league campaign, finishing fourth in the Western Conference with 58 points from 34 games. This marks their best conference finish since 2020, when they also secured fourth place. However, on the last matchday, Eric Ramsay’s side appeared to ease off, suffering a 2-1 defeat to LA Galaxy in Los Angeles.
Matheus Nascimento put the Galaxy ahead 12 minutes after kickoff, with Joseph Paintsil doubling their lead in the second half. Joaquin Pereyra pulled one back for Minnesota in the sixth minute of stoppage time, but it wasn’t enough to salvage a result. Despite the loss—Minnesota’s eighth of the league phase—it was only a footnote, as the Loons had already qualified for the playoffs.
Meanwhile, the Seattle Sounders finished just one position behind Minnesota, with three points fewer overall. The Rave Greens ended their campaign on a high note, winning their last three matches consecutively. This strong finish means Seattle enters the playoff clash full of momentum.
Head-to-Head and Key Stats
- The two teams have met 19 times previously.
- Seattle Sounders have won 14 of those encounters, while Minnesota has claimed just 3 victories.
- Minnesota United have won their last two games against Seattle, though they have never beaten the Sounders three times in a row.
- Seattle comes into this match on a three-game winning streak and remain unbeaten in their last four.
- Minnesota has won only once in their last five matches.
Match Prediction
With Seattle Sounders in excellent form and carrying momentum into this playoff series, they will look to continue their winning streak and gain the upper hand over Minnesota in the first clash. The Loons have struggled offensively recently and could find it difficult to break through Seattle’s defense.
Prediction: Minnesota United 0-2 Seattle Sounders
Betting Tips
- Tip 1 – Result: Seattle Sounders to win
- Tip 2 – Goals Over/Under 2.5: Under 2.5 goals
- Tip 3 – Both Teams to Score: Yes