Seattle Sounders Fc vs Nashville Sc Picks and Predictions April 19th 2025

Seattle Looks for Offensive Boost Amid Key Injuries

The Seattle Sounders will return home Saturday to host Nashville SC with hopes of igniting a sputtering offense and overcoming yet another injury setback.

Seattle (2-3-3, 9 points) has scored just two goals over its past five matches — a span that coincides with leading scorer Jordan Morris being sidelined by a hamstring injury. Morris could return this weekend, potentially giving the Sounders a much-needed spark as they aim to climb out of the bottom half of the Western Conference.

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Defensive Challenges Mount for Seattle

In addition to their offensive struggles, the Sounders will be without standout center back Jackson Ragen for the next four to six weeks due to a hamstring injury sustained in last week’s 1-0 road win at FC Dallas. Ragen was a finalist for MLS Defender of the Year last season and a key part of Seattle’s backline.

Veteran Kim Kee-Hee, who returned to the club this year after helping Seattle win the MLS Cup in 2019, is expected to slide into Ragen’s spot. The Sounders may also turn to Jonathan Bell as cover.

Seattle could receive reinforcements elsewhere, with midfielder Albert Rusnak (adductor) and defender Alex Roldan (quadriceps) on track to return after missing the Dallas match.

Nashville Looks to Build on Late Rally

Nashville SC (4-3-1, 13 points) enters the weekend fresh off a dramatic 2-1 home victory over Real Salt Lake, capped by Sam Surridge’s stoppage-time penalty winner. The comeback halted a two-game losing skid and provided a shot of momentum ahead of a difficult road trip.

Nashville has yet to win in three away matches this season and will face a challenge in the notoriously tough environment of Lumen Field. Captain Walker Zimmerman remains in concussion protocol and is questionable to return on Saturday.

Despite injuries of their own, Nashville boasts a battle-tested core and a proven ability to grind out results.

Key to the Match: Finishing Chances

Seattle’s season has been defined by missed opportunities in the final third. The return of Morris could shift that dynamic, but the Sounders must find more consistent service and movement in the attacking half. Nashville, meanwhile, will look to disrupt Seattle’s rhythm and capitalize on any defensive adjustments made in Ragen’s absence.

For MLS Best Bets players, this matchup may lean toward a low-scoring draw or a tight one-goal decision. Monitor Morris’ status closely, as his presence could swing the attacking balance.