The MLS Eastern Conference heats up as Atlanta United FC hosts Seattle Sounders FC at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Saturday, July 26, 2025, in a pivotal Major League Soccer regular season clash. With Atlanta desperate to end a seven-match winless streak and Seattle pushing for playoff positioning, this matchup promises intensity, tactical intrigue, and high-stakes drama.
Match Details
Fixture: Atlanta United FC vs. Seattle Sounders FC
Date: Saturday, July 26, 2025
Kickoff Time: 7:30 PM ET
Venue: Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, GA
Broadcast: MLS Season Pass on Apple TV
Current Form & Standings
| Team | Record | Points | Last 5 Matches | Conference Rank |
| Atlanta United FC | 4-11-8 | 20 | L-D-D-D-L | 14th (East) |
| Seattle Sounders FC | 10-6-7 | 37 | W-D-W-D-W | 6th (West) |
Atlanta United has failed to win in its last seven MLS matches, conceding multiple goals in four straight home games.
Seattle Sounders are unbeaten in their last five league matches, including a thrilling 3–2 win over San Jose Earthquakes.
Tactical Breakdown & Key Players
Atlanta United FC
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Manager: Ronny Deila
Key Players:
Emmanuel Latte Lath – 7 goals, top scorer
Miguel Almirón – 3rd all-time in club assists
Brad Guzan – 300+ career MLS appearances
Strategy:
Atlanta scores 40% of its goals in the final 15 minutes, the highest in MLS.
Will rely on late surges and home-field advantage, having never lost to Seattle at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Seattle Sounders FC
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Manager: Brian Schmetzer
Key Players:
Albert Rusnák – 10 goals, team leader
Danny Musovski – 8 goals, including a recent brace
Pedro De la Vega – 2 goals, dynamic winger
Strategy:
Seattle scores 24% of its goals between minutes 16–30, often striking early.
Despite defensive inconsistencies, they’ve been resilient on the road, unbeaten in their last four away games vs. Eastern Conference teams.
Injury & Suspension Report
Atlanta United:
Stian Rode Gregersen (quad), Ajani Fortune (foot), Josh Cohen (arm) – all questionable.
Seattle Sounders:
Joao Paulo, Paul Arriola (knee), Stuart Hawkins (quad), Stefan Frei (head) – all sidelined.
MATCH ODDS
Atlanta United FC + 160 Draw + 240 Seattle Sounders FC + 140
Over 2.5 – 160 Under 2.5 + 120
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, July 25, 2025
