Albert Rusnak - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Opens scoring in loss Rusnak scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and five corners in Saturday's 3-3 (10-9) penalty shootout loss against Minnesota United.

Impact Rusnak scored Seattle's first goal just five minutes into Saturday's elimination match versus Minnesota that concluded with Seattle's defeat in a 10-9 penalty shootout. The veteran attacking-midfielder concludes the campaign with 12 goals, a new career-high for a single MLS season, across 32 appearances (26 starts). Across his final five appearances (five starts), Rusnak created 11 chances.

NOVEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Goalkeeper Dayne St. Clair scores winner in PK shootout as Minnesota United eliminates Sounders

Dayne St. Clair scored and Andrew Thomas hit the crossbar in a penalty-kick shootout that was decided by the goalkeepers in the 11th round, and Minnesota United staged a short-hand...

NOVEMBER 9 • Associated Press

Leads attack in defeat Rusnak registered four shots (zero on goal), nine crosses (two accurate) and six corners in Monday's 0-0 (3-2) penalty shootout defeat versus Minnesota United.

Impact Rusnak led the Seattle attack Monday in shots (four, zero on goal), crosses (nine, two accurate) and corners (six) while creating a team-high four chances. However, the attacking-midfielder was unable to conjure the defense-unlocking pass in regulation or extra time, and Seattle was outlasted in a shootout loss versus Minnesota. Rusnak converted his penalty opportunity in the shootout.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Assists from dead-ball Rusnak assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (one accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 2-1 win against New York City FC. In addition, he was given a yel...

Impact Rusnak supplied the service from a set piece to assist the first Seattle goal in their 2-1 away victory versus New York City. The attacking midfielder led the Seattle attack with six cross attempts (one accurate) and four corners. Rusnak has scored once and assisted twice across his last three appearances (three starts).

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Morris and Ragen score to help Sounders beat NYCFC 2-1 in regular-season finale

Jordan Morris and Jackson Ragen each scored a goal and the Seattle Sounders beat New York City FC 2-1 in the regular-season finale for both teams

OCTOBER 19 • Associated Press

Back from suspension Rusnak has served is one match suspension and will be an option for the clash with NYCFC on Saturday.

Impact Rusnak could compete for a spot in the center defensive midfield Saturday, now that he is back from suspension. He's recorded three starts in the last five MLS appearances, collecting 32 crosses (11 accurate) with a goal and an assist in that span.

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Seattle Sounders play Real Salt Lake after shutout victory

A game after shutting out the Portland Timbers 1-0, the Seattle Sounders play Real Salt Lake

OCTOBER 10 • Associated Press

Pedro de la Vega, Stefan Frei lead Sounders to 1-0 victory over Timbers

Pedro de la Vega scored early in the first half and Stefan Frei made it stand up as the Seattle Sounders edged the Portland Timbers 1-0

OCTOBER 5 • Associated Press

Sent off in victory Rusnak was shown a straight red card in Saturday's 1-0 win over Portland Timbers.

Impact Rusnak played almost the entire match but earned the red card for a stoppage-time foul against Timbers. The midfielder will consequently be suspended for next weekend's clash with Real Salt Lake and may return to face New York City FC on Oct. 18. His place in the starting lineup may be taken by either Danny Leyva or Joao Paulo, while both Leyva and Jesus Ferreira could gain set pieces in Rusnak's absence.

OCTOBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Seattle Sounders host the Portland Timbers in conference matchup

The Seattle Sounders and the Portland Timbers meet in Western Conference action

OCTOBER 3 • Associated Press

Two goal contributions Rusnak scored one goal and assisted once from two shots and four chances created in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Vancouver Whitecaps FC.

Impact Rusnak delivered the service from the corner flag to assist Seattle's first goal and pounced on a loose ball just one minute later to net his own goal in Seattle's 2-2 draw versus Vancouver. The goal was Rusnak's 11th of the campaign and ties a career-best mark in a single season. The assist was the midfielder's seventh of the campaign across his 27 appearances (21 starts). Rusnak's appearance marked his first 90-minute appearance since missing three matches due to a hamstring injury in August.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Seattle Sounders take on the Vancouver Whitecaps in conference matchup

The Vancouver Whitecaps visit the Seattle Sounders in Western Conference action

SEPTEMBER 26 • Associated Press

Leads team in corners, crosses Rusnak registered two shots (zero on goal), nine crosses (three accurate) and nine corners in Sunday's 2-1 defeat to Austin FC.

Impact Rusnak was the focal point for the Seattle attack Sunday, as he led team with nine corners and nine crosses (three accurate) and created two chances across his 70-minute performance. The appearance marked the midfielder's first inclusion in the starting XI since July as he's worked to regain fitness following a hamstring injury. Expect Rusnak to build upon his 16 goals contributions (10 goals, six assists) as he becomes fully reintegrated into the squad.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

On bench for Galaxy clash Rusnak (hamstring) is on the bench for Saturday's game against Los Angeles Galaxy.

Impact Rusnak has regained enough fitness to appear as a substitute after missing three league games with a muscular problem. The attacker could make a gradual return before earning significant playing time as he did before the injury. In any case, he's a solid offensive contributor given his set-piece duties and his side's attacking power. He'll eventually challenge Jesus Ferreira for the No. 10 position.

SEPTEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Musovski and the Seattle Sounders host the LA Galaxy

Danny Musovski leads the Seattle Sounders into a matchup with the LA Galaxy after scoring three goals against Sporting Kansas City

SEPTEMBER 12 • Associated Press

Available against LA Galaxy Rusnak (hamstring) is at 100% and back available for Saturday's clash against LA Galaxy, coach Brian Schmetzer said to the media, according to Jackson Felts of 93.3 KJR radio.

Impact Rusnak missed the last three MLS games due to a hamstring injury but has now fully recovered and is available to face the Galaxy on Saturday. That said, it remains uncertain if he will be rushed back into the starting XI, as the medical staff will be cautious to avoid any setbacks for the Sounders playmaker. If he begins the game on the bench, Jesus Ferreira will likely start in the number 10 position once again for Seattle.

SEPTEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Close to return Rusnak (hamstring) participated in training warmups on Tuesday and is close to returning, coach Brian Schmetzer said to the media, according to Jackson Felts from 93.3 KJR radio. "...

Impact Rusnak suffered a hamstring injury during the Leagues Cup game against Tijuana and is now close to making his return after participating in training warmups on Tuesday. This is good news for the Sounders as it suggests he could be back after the international break for the next game against LA Galaxy on Sept. 13. That said, if he has to miss more time, Danny Leyva or Jesus Ferreira could continue seeing increased playing time.

AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE

Musovski and the Seattle Sounders visit Minnesota United

Danny Musovski leads the Seattle Sounders into a matchup with Minnesota United after a two-goal showing against the LA Galaxy

AUGUST 15 • Associated Press

Out several weeks Rusnak (hamstring) is going to be out for three to four weeks due to injury, coach Brian Schmetzer told the media, according to 93.3 KJR radio.

Impact Rusnak suffered a hamstring injury during the Leagues Cup game against Tijuana and is now set for a spell of three to four weeks on the sidelines. He is an undisputed starter in the playmaker role, and his absence will force a change in the starting frontline. Jesus Ferreira is expected to play in a deeper role, while Danny Musovski is expected to start as the striker until Rusnak comes back.

AUGUST 12 • ROTOWIRE

Set for extended spell out Rusnak (hamstring) is set for an extended spell on the sideline, according to manager Brian Schmetzer.

Impact Rusnak is expected to spend considerable time on the sideline with a hamstring injury. The attacker suffered the injury during a Leagues Cup win over Tijuana and could be done for the remainder of the season. There's no timeline on his return, but Schmetzer wasn't optimistic about a quick turnaround. Paul Rothrock should step into a larger role while Rusnak recovers.

AUGUST 8 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers hamstring injury Rusnak has suffered a hamstring injury and was forced off in the 64th minute of Wednesday's 2-1 victory against Tijuana in the Leagues Cup, coach Brian Schmetzer said in a press co...

Impact Rusnak suffered a hamstring injury 20 minutes into the second half of Wednesday's victory over Tijuana in the Leagues Cup and was forced off. The playmaker will undergo an MRI in the coming hours to determine the extent of the injury and whether he will need to miss time. If the injury proves serious, Paul Rothrock or Pedro de la Vega could see larger roles in the frontline for the Sounders.

AUGUST 7 • ROTOWIRE

Musovski leads the Seattle Sounders against Atlanta United

Danny Musovski leads the Seattle Sounders into a matchup with Atlanta United after scoring two goals against the San Jose Earthquakes

JULY 25 • Associated Press

Cross for assists Rusnak assisted once to go with five shots (two on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and five corners in Saturday's 3-2 victory over San Jose Earthquakes.

Impact Danny Musovski headed one of Rusnak's accurate crosses. He continues to roll, with an assist for three consecutive appearances. After beginning his summer in cold form, Rusnak is as hot as one can be, averaging multiple goal contributions (three assists and three goals) across the three games. For 2025, his updated G/A improved to 16.

JULY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Musovski scores 2 goals, de la Vega adds 1 goal, 1 assist, Sounders beats Earthquakes 3-2

Danny Musovski scored two goals, his first multi-goal game since 2020, Pedro de la Vega added a goal and an assists and the Seattle Sounders beat the San Jose Earthquakes 3-2

JULY 20 • Associated Press

Darren Yapi scores equalizer as Rapids rally from three goals down to tie Sounders 3-3

Darren Yapi subbed in and scored the equalizer in the 75th minute and the Colorado Rapids rallied for a 3-3 draw with Seattle after the Sounders blew a three-goal lead

JULY 17 • Associated Press

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