Seattle Sounders vs Austin FC Prediction 29.06.2025
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Seattle Sounders vs Austin FC Prediction
Seattle Sounders vs Austin FC Prediction and Betting Tips for this crucial MLS Western Conference clash at Lumen Field on Sunday. Brian Schmetzer’s men look to bounce back after a disappointing FIFA Club World Cup campaign. In this preview, you’ll get trusted MLS Predictions to guide your bets this weekend.
- Seattle return to MLS after a tough Club World Cup run.
- Austin FC eye third straight win to break into the top seven.
- Key absences for Seattle’s defence could shape the match.
Seattle Sounders are desperate to snap a five-game losing streak across all competitions. After back-to-back league defeats against Minnesota United and Vancouver Whitecaps, they struggled in the Club World Cup, losing all three games. Despite this rough patch, they remain seventh in the Western Conference, level on points with Austin and just behind LAFC and San Jose Earthquakes on goal difference. Schmetzer will look to Albert Rusnak, who leads the team with nine goals this season, to inspire a turnaround at home.
However, Seattle’s backline is depleted. Both Nouhou Tolo and Jonathan Bell are suspended following red cards in their last MLS outing, while Paul Arriola and Stuart Hawkins remain sidelined through injury. Defensive reshuffles will test Seattle’s depth, but with Lumen Field still a stronghold — only one of their five MLS defeats has come at home — they’ll fancy their chances of a return to winning ways.
Meanwhile, Austin FC arrive in Seattle with growing confidence. After a mixed start to the campaign, Nico Estevez’s side have stitched together consecutive wins over Colorado Rapids and New York Red Bulls, climbing to eighth and matching Seattle’s 26 points. Brandon Vazquez, now on eight goals, and Osman Bukari’s threat from the right flank will be crucial as they look to capitalise on Seattle’s defensive absentees.
Los Verdes will hope to maintain their momentum and break into the top seven. With just goal difference separating multiple teams in the playoff race, every point counts. A solid record against struggling sides and a more settled XI give Austin reason to believe, but they must overcome a poor head-to-head record: Seattle lead the fixture 4-1 and are unbeaten in the last three meetings. Expect a fiercely contested battle as both sides push for vital points. For more insights, check our MLS Predictions to stay ahead this weekend.
Seattle Sounders’ home form has been their saving grace this season, with only one MLS defeat at Lumen Field. While they’ve struggled recently, key players like Albert Rusnak remain reliable, having notched nine goals this season. Despite defensive suspensions, Brian Schmetzer’s side should regroup after the tough Club World Cup run, which saw them battle against top-tier opposition like PSG and Atletico Madrid. Austin FC, meanwhile, have scored only 15 goals in MLS — the joint-fewest alongside Montreal — which could hamper their threat, especially on the road. The Sounders also hold a dominant head-to-head record against Austin, winning four of their eight meetings and remaining unbeaten in the last three. With home advantage, strong motivation to bounce back, and a solid crowd behind them, Seattle should edge this clash. Their playoff push depends on making Lumen Field a fortress once more.
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