Venue: Lumen Field, Seattle, WA
Kickoff: 7:00 PM PT
Broadcast: FOX 13+, CBS Sports Network, 950 KJR AM
Match Overview
Seattle Reign FC returns home looking to rebound from a tough 4-2 loss to Portland, while Chicago Stars FC continues to search for their second win of the season. Despite their record, Chicago has proven resilient, earning draws in four of their last five matches. Seattle, currently sixth in the standings, needs a win to stay above the playoff line in a tightly packed table.
Team Form & Standings
| Team | Record | Points | Standing |
| Seattle Reign FC | 7-5-3 | 24 pts | 6th place |
| Chicago Stars FC | 1-9-5 | 8 pts | 13th place |
Seattle Goals For/Against: 21 GF / 17 GA
Chicago Goals For/Against: 15 GF / 28 GA
Last Meeting: 2-2 draw at Soldier Field (June 14) – Chicago led 2-0 before Seattle scored twice in the final minutes
Tactical Breakdown
Seattle Reign FC
Key Players: Lynn Biyendolo, Mia Fishel, Jordyn Bugg
Strengths: Late-game resilience, multi-goal scoring streak (5 straight matches)
Concerns: Defensive lapses (4 goals conceded vs. Portland), injury recovery (McClernon expected back)
Chicago Stars FC
Key Players: Ludmila, Shea Groom, Ally Schlegel
Strengths: Grit in midfield, improved defensive shape
Concerns: Lack of finishing, only 1 win all season, poor road record (1-4-2)
Head-to-Head History
All-Time Series: Seattle leads 11W–9L–12D
At Lumen Field: Mixed results, including a 2-1 Chicago win last year and a 5-2 Seattle win in 2023
Goals Scored (All-Time): Seattle 46 – Chicago 45
Key Storylines
Queen’s Match Tribute: Seattle will honor the 1985 USWNT on the 40th anniversary of their first match
Momentum Shift: Seattle must bounce back to stay in playoff contention
Chicago’s Spoiler Role: Despite their record, the Stars have drawn Seattle, Gotham, Angel City, and Bay FC in recent weeks
MATCH ODDS
Seattle Reign FC – 210 Draw + 310 Chicago Stars FC + 475
Over 2.5 – 125 Under 2.5 – 115
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Sunday, August 17, 2025
