Albert Rusnák scores late to rally Sounders to 1-1 draw with Earthquakes
Albert Rusnák scored late in the second half to rally the Seattle Sounders to a 1-1 draw with the San Jose Earthquakes at PayPal ParkMARCH 30
ALBERT RUSNAK
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Continues to pour in crosses Rusnak generated three shots (zero on goal), 10 crosses (four accurate) and seven corners in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Houston Dynamo.
Impact Rusnak once again was the catalyst for the Seattle attack Saturday, attempting 10 crosses (four accurate) and seven corners for the second consecutive appearance. The midfielder is commanding the ball in more advanced positions in 2025. As a result, Rusnak has created 19 chances through five appearance (four starts) while contributing just two tackles (one won) to the defensive effort. With Seattle's continued emphasis on Rusnak delivering the ball into the box, expect the midfielder to challenge his career-best 12 assists in a single regular season campaign which he set in 2024.
MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE
Creates three chances Rusnak had two shots (zero on goal), 10 crosses (five accurate) and seven corners in Saturday's 1-0 loss against St. Louis City SC.
Impact Rusnak lead the Seattle attack Saturday with three chances created in a 1-0 loss at the hands of St. Louis City SC. The attacking midfielder continues to be the man in the Seattle starting XI tasked with providing service into the box for darting attackers. Over four appearances (three starts), Rusnak has attempted 24 crosses (11 accurate) and 22 corners while creating 15 chances, assisting three goals and scoring once.
MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE
Pinpoint performance Rusnak scored one goal and assisted twice from five shots and three chances created in Saturday's 5-2 victory against Los Angeles Football Club.
Impact Rusnak found himself pulling the strings for the Seattle attack Saturday as they earned a 5-2 victory over LAFC. After entering the match due to injury midway through the first half, Rusnak supplied two assists before scoring Seattle's fifth goal of the match. In just three appearances (two starts) in MLS play this season, Rusnak has created 12 chances, scored twice and assisted twice.
MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE
Jordan Morris becomes Seattle's all-time goals leader, Sounders beat LAFC 5-2
Jordan Morris became Seattle’s career leader for goals scored, Kalani Kossa-Rienzi scored his first MLS goal, and the Sounders beat Los Angeles FC 5-2MARCH 9
Leads team in shots, crosses Rusnak had three shots (two on goal), five crosses (three accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 2-0 loss versus Real Salt Lake.
Impact Rusnak was once again central to Seattle's build-up effort, though he was unable to find a defense-unlocking pass Saturday in their 2-0 loss to Real Salt Lake. The iron-lung midfielder matched a team-high with two shots (two on goal) and attempted a team-high five crosses (three accurate) en route to creating four chances. For good measure, Rusnak took four corners and made one defensive clearance. If Seattle's first two fixtures of the MLS season are an indication of how manager Brian Schmetzer wishes to operate, Rusnak will be at the center of their build-up play. In two starting appearances, Rusnak has registered six accurate crosses and 11 corners while creating nine chances and supplying one assist.
MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE
Catalyst for attack Rusnak assisted once to go with five shots (two on goal), six crosses (three accurate) and seven corners in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Charlotte FC.
Impact Rusnak led the Seattle attack with five shots (two on goal) and seven corners Saturday while registering five chances created and assisting once in a 2-2 draw versus Charlotte. The dynamic attacking-midfielder is the key cog in the Seattle build-up. Over 35 appearances (31 starts) in 2024, Rusnak managed 10 goals and a career-best 12 assists.
FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE
Plays in Concacaf game Rusnak (quadriceps) played about 30 minutes in Wednesday's 3-1 win over Antigua in Concacaf.
Impact Rusnak came off the bench in Wednesday's Concacaf match and scored. He was in doubt with a quadriceps injury but seems fully fit ahead of Saturday's MLS opener.
FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE
Albert Rusnák could miss Sounders' CCC opener with injury | Notebook Sounders midfielder Albert Rusnák is questionable for next week's CONCACAF Champions Cup series opener due to a right quad injury.
FEBRUARY 12 • SEATTLETIMES.COM
Re-signs as Designated Player Rusnak has re-signed with Seattle as a Designated Player through the 2026 season, with a team option for 2027, the club announced. Sounders FC General Manager & Chief Soccer Office...
Impact Rusnak originally joined Seattle in 2022 and has since made 121 appearances for the club, recording 22 goals and 25 assists. His most significant contributions came last season when Head Coach Brian Schmetzer moved him to his natural role as an attacking midfielder behind the striker. In 2024, Rusnak excelled, scoring 10 goals and adding 12 assists in 35 games.
JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE
Future unclear Rusnak's future with Seattle is unclear as he remains in negotiations with the club.
Impact Rusnak is working on a contract with Seattle after a stellar campaign in 2024. He scored 10 goals and added 12 assists while playing 2.803 minutes. Rusnak would be a crucial part of the starting XI in 2025, and it would be a surprise if a new deal wasn't agreed for the midfielder.
DECEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Suffers hip injury Rusnak generated three shots (three on goal), five crosses (one accurate) and five corners in Saturday's 1-0 defeat versus Los Angeles Galaxy. He was subbed off due to injury in th...
Impact Rusnak led the charge for the Seattle attack Sunday before being removed in the second half due to a hip injury. In the abbreviated appearance, the veteran midfielder attempted team-highs with shots (three on goal) and five crosses (one accurate). Rusnak set a new career high for goal contributions in a single season during the 2024 campaign, managing 10 goals and 12 assists over 35 MLS appearances (31 starts).
DECEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
2025 MLS Free Agent Tracker MLS players like Albert Rusnak, Victor Wanyama and Tim Parker headline the upcoming 2025 free agents.
NOVEMBER 20, 2024 • KANSASCITY.COM
Attempts 14 crosses Rusnak generated one shot (zero on goal), 14 crosses (four accurate) and eight corners in Monday's 0-0 (5-4) penalty shootout victory over Houston Dynamo.
Impact Rusnak attempted match-highs with 14 crosses (four accurate) and eight corners Monday as Seattle defeated Houston 0-0 (5-4) in a penalty shootout. He created two chances. Though Rusnak was not able to find the pass that unlocked the Dynamo defense in regular time, he converted Seattle's second spot-kick opportunity during the penalty shootout.
OCTOBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Assists from corner Rusnak assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), eight crosses (three accurate) and seven corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Portland Timbers. In addition, he was given...
Impact Rusnak supplied the assist for the lone Seattle goal Saturday as they drew 1-1 with Portland. The assist was his 12th of the season, tying his previous career-high mark set in 2017 with Real Salt Lake in his first MLS season. In addition to his ability to setup his teammates, Rusnak also scored 10 goals in 2024, a mark he's hit on three previous occasions and eclipsed just once. Overall, Rusnak's 22 goal contributions over 32 appearances (28 starts) are his most in a single season of his career.
OCTOBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Scores once again in victory Rusnak scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), eight crosses (three accurate) and six corners in Saturday's 1-0 victory versus Colorado Rapids.
Impact Rusnak slotted home a rebound opportunity Saturday to score the lone Seattle goal as they would edge past Colorado 1 - 0. The goal marked the second consecutive match in which Rusnak has found the back of the net. Through 31 appearances (27 starts), the veteran midfielder has recorded 21 goal contributions (11 goals, 10 assists), exceeding his previous career-best mark set in 2017 when he scored seven goals and provided 13 assists over 30 appearances (29 starts) for Real Salt Lake.
OCTOBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Scores, assists in victory Rusnak scored one goal and assisted once from one shot and four chances created in Wednesday's 3-0 victory against Vancouver Whitecaps FC.
Impact Rusnak continued in his role of leading the Seattle attack Wednesday, scoring once and supplying an assist in their 3 - 0 victory over Vancouver. The veteran midfielder is having his best season in Seattle, having now scored nine goals and assisted 11 times over 30 appearances (26 starts). Done the stretch, Rusnak will look to exceed his previous career best marks of 11 goals and 13 assists in a single MLS season.
OCTOBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Eight crosses in draw Rusnak had one shot (zero on goal), eight crosses (four accurate) and five corners in Wednesday's 2-2 draw against San Jose Earthquakes.
Impact Rusnak once again was pulling the strings in the Seattle midfield Wednesday, leading the team with eight crosses (four accurate) as they drew 2 - 2 with San Jose. Rusnak has made it a point to provide service of late. Over his last five matches, he has attempted 36 crosses (19 accurate) and taken 33 corners. His 48 accurate crosses in 2024 rank in the top 10 of MLS. The veteran midfielder has scored eight goals and supplied 10 assists over 28 appearances (24 starts).
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Leads match in crosses Rusnak recorded three shots (one on goal), nine crosses (five accurate) and eight corners in Sunday's 2-0 victory over Sporting Kansas City.
Impact Rusnak didn't earn a goal contribution Sunday but still compiled a great outing, registering three shots, three chances created and nine crosses in the win. This is only one less than his season high for crosses in a match, having earned 10 once before this campaign. He also added quite a bit of value with his corner total, notching eight.
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Rusnak leads the Seattle Sounders against Sporting Kansas City
Albert Rusnak leads the Seattle Sounders into a matchup with Sporting Kansas City after scoring three goals against the Columbus CrewSEPTEMBER 14, 2024
Hat trick hero Rusnak scored three goals to go with three shots (three on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 4-0 victory versus Columbus Crew.
Impact Rusnak continued his blistering run of form Saturday, scoring a hat trick while leading Seattle to a 4 - 0 victory over Columbus Crew. Rusnak was dynamic in attack; scoring from outside of the box, finishing first time, and striking from a dead ball opportunity. Over his last five appearances (five starts), Rusnak has scored four goals, supplied two assists and created 21 chances.
SEPTEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Albert Rusnak's hat trick powers Sounders past Crew Albert Rusnak scored three goals as the Seattle Sounders defeated the host Columbus Crew 4-0 on Saturday night.Jordan Morris added a goal an...
SEPTEMBER 8, 2024 • SUNHERALD.COM
Impetus of Seattle attack Rusnak had 10 crosses (six accurate) and 10 corners in Saturday's 1-0 defeat versus Portland Timbers.
Impact Rusnak was the central figure pulling the proverbial strings for the Seattle attack Saturday, though they were held at bay and defeated 1 - 0 by Portland Timbers. Rusnak led Seattle with 10 crosses (six accurate) and also led the team with 10 corners. Rusnak continues to see a bulk of the dead ball opportunities for Seattle and consistently leads the team in crosses. Over 25 appearances (21 starts), Rusnak has scored five goals and supplied 10 assists, marking his first double-digit assist campaign since 2017 with Real Salt Lake.
SEPTEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Logs assist and goal Rusnak logged one assist and one goal during the Sounders' 3-2 win Saturday against Minnesota United.
Impact Jackson Ragen scored from one of Rusnak's three accurate crosses Saturday. Despite logging only one shot on goal, he recorded one from more than 20 yards out for the Sounders' third at Minnesota. More than a month without MLS games has not stopped Rusnak from continuing his pre-respite excellence, four goals and eight assists since May.
AUGUST 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
