The MLS Week 22 fixture between Sporting Kansas City and Seattle Sounders FC kicks off on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at Children’s Mercy Park in Kansas City, Missouri. Scheduled for 10:30 PM ET / 7:30 PM PT, this Western Conference showdown features two playoff-hungry teams trending upward. With Seattle sitting fifth and Kansas City just three points outside the playoff line, expect a high-intensity battle with postseason implications.
Team Form & Standings
Sporting Kansas City
Position: 11th in Western Conference (24 points)
Last 5 Matches: W–D–W–L–L
Home Record: 3W–3D–4L
Goals Scored: 33 Goals Conceded: 38
Kansas City has quietly turned a corner, winning two of their last three matches and scoring in seven straight games. Their recent 2–1 win over Colorado Rapids showcased Dejan Joveljic’s red-hot form, while the midfield trio of Thommy, Garcia, and Rodriguez continues to generate chances. Coach Kerry Zavagnin will look to capitalize on Seattle’s road struggles to climb into playoff contention.
Seattle Sounders FC
Position: 5th in Western Conference (30 points)
Last 5 Matches: D–W–W–L–W
Away Record: 2W–3D–5L
Goals Scored: 28 Goals Conceded: 26
Seattle returned from a tough Club World Cup campaign with renewed focus, earning four points in their last two MLS matches. A 2–0 win over Austin and a 1–1 draw with Columbus highlighted their defensive resilience and attacking depth. However, injuries to Stefan Frei and João Paulo, plus a suspension for Kalani Kossa-Rienzi, leave them vulnerable on the road.
Predicted Lineups & Key Players
Sporting Kansas City
Predicted XI: Pulskamp; Bassong, Fernandez, Miller, Leibold; Thommy, Garcia, Rodriguez; Shelton, Joveljic, Suleymanov
Key Absences: Jacob Bartlett (suspension), Logan Ndenbe, Nemanja Radoja, Dany Rosero, Robert Voloder (injuries)
Player to Watch: Dejan Joveljic – 12 goals this season, including 7 in his last 7 matches
Seattle Sounders FC
Predicted XI: Thomas; Tolo, Ragen, A. Roldan, Baker; Vargas, C. Roldan, Rusnak; Rothrock, Ferreira, Morris
Key Absences: Stefan Frei, João Paulo, Kalani Kossa-Rienzi, Paul Arriola (injuries/suspension)
Player to Watch: Jordan Morris – veteran forward with pace and finishing ability
Tactical Matchup & Betting Trends
Kansas City Strengths: Home scoring streak, midfield creativity, Joveljic’s form
Seattle Strengths: Defensive structure, counterattack efficiency, set-piece threat
Betting Tip: Kansas City has scored 14 goals in their last 7 matches, while Seattle has conceded first in 6 of their last 7 games. Expect a goal-heavy contest, with momentum favoring the hosts.
Match Details
Fixture: Sporting Kansas City vs Seattle Sounders FC
Date: Saturday, July 12, 2025
Time: 10:30 PM ET / 7:30 PM PT
Venue: Children’s Mercy Park, Kansas City, MO
Broadcast: MLS Season Pass on Apple TV
MATCH ODDS
Sporting Kansas City + 190 Draw + 250 Seattle Sounders FC + 115
Over 2.5 – 160 Under 2.5 + 125
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, July 11, 2025
