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by Erik Gibbs in FIFA Club World Cup Picks
The Seattle Sounders will go head-to-head with Atlético Madrid this Thursday in a highly anticipated fixture at the FIFA Club World Cup 2025. The match will be held at CenturyLink Field, Seattle’s iconic home stadium. This encounter brings together two vastly different footballing cultures and histories, and with the home advantage in their favor, Seattle Sounders will look to make a strong impression against the seasoned Spanish side.
The Sounders enter this Club World Cup matchup having played one game in the competition so far. Unfortunately for the American side, that opening fixture ended in defeat, with no wins or draws recorded yet. This leaves them with zero points and an average of 0 points per game in the tournament.
Atlético Madrid also enters this matchup after having played one Club World Cup game, which similarly ended in a loss. Like Seattle, they have yet to earn a point in the tournament and currently average zero points per game.
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Seattle Sounders vs Atletico Madrid Form
Table
| Teams | Pts | P | W | D | L | GD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
3
|
0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | -1 |
|
4
|
0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | -4 |
Seattle Sounders and Atletico Madrid Latest Matches
2/6 (33%)
1/6 (17%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Jun 15, 2025 - FIFA Club World Cup
Jun 8, 2025 - Major League Soccer
Jun 1, 2025 - Major League Soccer
May 28, 2025 - Major League Soccer
May 24, 2025 - Major League Soccer
May 17, 2025 - Major League Soccer
4/6 (67%)
1/6 (17%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Jun 1, 2025 - Major League Soccer
May 28, 2025 - Major League Soccer
May 24, 2025 - Major League Soccer
May 3, 2025 - Major League Soccer
Apr 19, 2025 - Major League Soccer
Mar 22, 2025 - Major League Soccer
1/6 (17%)
2/6 (33%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Jun 15, 2025 - FIFA Club World Cup
Jun 8, 2025 - Major League Soccer
May 17, 2025 - Major League Soccer
May 14, 2025 - Major League Soccer
May 10, 2025 - Major League Soccer
Apr 26, 2025 - Major League Soccer
3/6 (50%)
1/6 (17%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Jun 15, 2025 - FIFA Club World Cup
May 25, 2025 - LaLiga
May 18, 2025 - LaLiga
May 15, 2025 - LaLiga
May 10, 2025 - LaLiga
May 3, 2025 - LaLiga
4/6 (67%)
0/6 (0%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
May 18, 2025 - LaLiga
May 10, 2025 - LaLiga
Apr 24, 2025 - LaLiga
Apr 14, 2025 - LaLiga
Apr 2, 2025 - Copa del Rey
Mar 16, 2025 - LaLiga
2/6 (33%)
1/6 (17%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Jun 15, 2025 - FIFA Club World Cup
May 25, 2025 - LaLiga
May 15, 2025 - LaLiga
May 3, 2025 - LaLiga
Apr 19, 2025 - LaLiga
Apr 6, 2025 - LaLiga
Seattle Sounders - Atletico Madrid: Form Analysis
Looking at their broader 2025 season performance, the Sounders have secured a total of seven victories. The team has shown flashes of offensive strength, managing to score 25 goals across all competitions this year. Within the Club World Cup specifically, they have found the net once, giving them a tournament average of one goal per match.
Defensively, the Sounders have struggled somewhat, conceding two goals in their only Club World Cup appearance—an average of two goals allowed per game. When considering their entire 2025 campaign, the Sounders have let in 27 goals across their fixtures, averaging approximately 1.42 goals conceded per match.
With home-field advantage on their side, Seattle will be hoping to contain Atlético’s high-octane offense and capitalize on any scoring opportunities that come their way.
However, Atlético’s overall performance in 2025 tells a far more compelling story. The Spanish giants have played 55 matches across all competitions, recording an impressive 33 wins, along with 11 draws and 11 losses. Their attacking output has been particularly noteworthy, having racked up a remarkable 105 goals this season, which comes out to an average of 1.91 goals per game.
Defensively, Atlético Madrid conceded four goals in their Club World Cup outing, which is uncharacteristically high for a team of their caliber. Over the entire 2025 season, however, they have allowed just 54 goals in 55 matches, maintaining a strong defensive average of 0.98 goals conceded per game.
This suggests that their Club World Cup debut may have been an outlier, and they are likely to tighten up at the back moving forward.
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Atletico Madrid v Seattle Sounders last Lineups
Formation : 4 - 2 - 3 - 1
Formation : 4 - 4 - 2
Missing players
Y. Gomez Andrade
K. Kee-hee
S. Hawkins
MidfielderP. Arriola
ForwardJ. Morris
Seattle Sounders & Atletico Madrid Squad Analysis
A key player for the Sounders has been Albert Rusnák, who has emerged as both the team’s top scorer and most creative force. He has scored seven goals so far this season and has also provided three assists, making him a dual threat in both goal-scoring and playmaking responsibilities.
Despite not scoring in their first Club World Cup match, Atlético remains a dangerous side going forward. Norwegian striker Alexander Sørloth has been the most prolific player in front of goal, netting 17 times this season.
Supporting him is French international Antoine Griezmann, who leads the squad in assists with seven. This combination of finishing ability and creative support has been central to Atlético’s attacking strategy.
Most goals and assists
Seattle Sounders
Atletico Madrid
A. Rusnak
(8 Goals)
J. Ferreira
(5 Assists)
Seattle Sounders - Atletico Madrid Key Points
- Atlético Madrid finished the 2025 season 22-6-10
- The Over 2.5 goals was 17-21 in 38 games for Atlético Madrid
- The Sounders are 2-2-1 in their last 5 games
- The Sounders are 1-3 ATS in their last 4 games
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Our Seattle Sounders vs Atletico Madrid Prediction
The Sounders look to assert themselves on home turf and Atlético Madrid eager to bounce back from an uncharacteristic start to their Club World Cup campaign. While the Sounders will benefit from fan support and familiarity with the venue, they face an uphill battle against a team with European pedigree and a deep roster of world-class talent.
For Seattle to have a real shot at pulling off an upset, they will need to be extremely organized defensively and efficient in transition. The form of Albert Rusnák will be crucial, as he can serve as the spark for both goals and assists.
Atlético, meanwhile, will likely focus on re-establishing their dominance through ball control, defensive solidity, and sharp attacking movements. With players like Sørloth and Griezmann leading the line, they have the tools to punish any defensive lapses. Our prediction for Seattle Sounders vs. Atlético Madrid: Atlético Madrid to win.
Seattle Sounders vs Atletico Madrid - Other Interesting Picks
Julian Alvarez to score first goal
Julian Álvarez is in fine form and thrives under high-pressure matches, and he is a leading candidate to score first. His quick movement and swift reflexes in the box often give him an edge over defenders, especially against teams still warming up to the game. Since Atlético Madrid will likely dominate possession early, Álvarez could capitalize on a defensive error to open the scoring.
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