Seattle Sounders vs Sporting KC: prediction, where to watch, kick-off time and line-ups - 02/10

The MLS 2026 brings a clash the fans know well. Seattle Sounders and Sporting KC meet again this 02/10, at 02:30, at Lumen Field (The Clink). A match-up that always holds surprises.

In their last 5 across all competitions, Seattle Sounders have won 2 time(s). Sporting KC have won 2. Seattle Sounders are the favourites with a 61.35% chance according to the bookmakers.

Check out where to watch, who is expected to start and the prediction for Seattle Sounders vs Sporting KC.

Overview Seattle Sounders vs Sporting KC

Seattle Sounders are favourites, with odds of 1.63 and a 61.35% chance of winning. The direct head-to-head also leans towards Seattle Sounders Football Club, with 15 win(s) against 11 for Sporting KC. The odds for a Sporting Kansas City win are 5.79 and a draw is 5.405.

In the MLS, Seattle Sounders have 9 win(s), 8 draw(s) and 9 defeat(s), with 33 goal(s) scored and 34 conceded, having Dejan Joveljić as top scorer with 11 goal(s). Meanwhile, Sporting KC have 6 win(s), 3 draw(s) and 17 defeat(s), with 31 goal(s) scored and 63 conceded, and Dejan Joveljić as top scorer with 11 goal(s).

In the last 7 clashes between Seattle Sounders and Sporting KC, the first half had 2 or more goals.

Seattle Sounders are unbeaten against Sporting KC in 4 matches.

Seattle Sounders have conceded goals in all of their last 3 clashes against Sporting KC.

Seattle Sounders are unbeaten in 7 matches in the MLS.

In the last 3 matches involving Seattle Sounders, all had over 9.5 corners.

In the last 4 matches involving Sporting KC, the first half had 2 or more goals.

Head-to-head between Seattle Sounders and Sporting KC

In 31 clashes, Seattle Sounders have the advantage over Sporting KC: 15 win(s) against 11 and 5 draw(s). The most recent was on 02/05/2026, in the MLS. draw won on that occasion.

The dominance in the head-to-head record is a factor that goes into the predictions for Seattle Sounders vs Sporting KC, but it does not define the result alone. The context of the tournament and each team's form weigh just as much as the record.

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Seattle Sounders: current form

Seattle Sounders have played 26 match(es) in the MLS.

See the team's performance in the MLS Soccer 2026:

9 win(s), 8 draw(s), 9 defeat(s)

Performance: 1.35 point(s) per match

33 goals scored (1.27 per match)

Top scorer: Dejan Joveljić (11 goal(s))

Sporting KC: current form

On the other side, Sporting KC also arrive in attacking rhythm: an average of 2.2 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions.

Follow their performance in the MLS:

6 win(s), 3 draw(s), 17 defeat(s)

Performance: 0.81 point(s) per match

31 goals scored (1.19 per match)

Top scorer: Dejan Joveljić (11 goal(s))

Seattle Sounders vs Sporting KC key players

In the MLS, Dejan Joveljić carries Seattle Sounders Football Club's attack with 11 goal(s).

The playmaker is Albert Rusnák, leading in assists with 11. In the whole season, Paul Rothrock has 5 goal(s).

On the other side, Dejan Joveljić is the name that frightens the most for The Wizards with 11 goal(s) in the MLS.

In terms of playmaking, Manuel García Alonso leads in assists with 4. In the whole season, Dejan Joveljić has accumulated 11 goal(s).

Seattle Sounders vs Sporting KC statistics in the MLS

Seattle Sounders have an average of 11.35 corners and 1.73 cards per match. Sporting KC have 9.66 corners and 1.96 cards. The statistics for Seattle Sounders vs Sporting KC are in the table below.

Seattle Sounders

Home

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Sporting KC

Away

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OverallHome / Away

Points & Results

• 1.35
  PPG
  0.81
• 35%
  Wins
  23%
• 42%
  First to Score
  31%

Goals Scored & Conceded

• 1.27
  Scored/game
  1.19
• 1.31
  Conceded/game
  2.42
• 1.57
  xG
  1.23
• 1.62
  xGA
  1.79

Trends

• 58%
  Both Score
  62%
• 27%
  Clean Sheet
  4%
• 23%
  Failed to Score
  35%

Correct score prediction for Seattle Sounders vs Sporting KC

The favoritism in the odds points to Seattle Sounders. With the available data, we project a narrow win. Correct result: Seattle Sounders 1-0 Sporting KC. Predicting the exact score is difficult. The odds reflect this. Play with caution.

Where to watch Seattle Sounders vs Sporting KC

Check out where to watch the live match between Sporting KC and Seattle Sounders:

Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled

Predicted line-ups for Seattle Sounders and Sporting KC

The line-ups for Seattle Sounders vs Sporting KC in the MLS Soccer are officially confirmed between 45 minutes and 1 hour before the match, via the referee's official team sheet and the clubs' social media channels.

Follow below who is expected to take to the pitch.

Seattle Sounders Football Club line-up

The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.

Sporting Kansas City line-up

The Sporting KC starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.

Match details for Seattle Sounders vs Sporting KC

Match: Seattle Sounders vs Sporting KC

Tournament: MLS Soccer 2026

Date: 02/10/2026

Time: 02:30 (Brasília time)

Venue: Lumen Field (The Clink)

Broadcast: none scheduled

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