Last updated on May 12, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Yu Tsukanome
25 years old
Seattle Sounders 
MLS Position
Forward
Height
175 cm cm
Weight
-
Date of Birth - Nationality
21 Dec 2000 - Japan
Birth City
Ranking
5th
— MLS
Statistics of Y. Tsukanome — Season 2025/2026
📊 General
Appearances
17
Starts
13
Minutes played
1202
Goals
12
Average rating
Cards
0
Yellow
-
0
Red
⚽ Offensive stats
Goals / Assists
12 goals / 1 assists
Total / on target shots
36 shots / 18 on target
Key passes
10
Dribbles success %
- (18/0)
Duels won %
- (0/0)
Penalties drawn
0
📊 General
Appearances
20
Starts
15
Minutes played
1429
Goals
15
Average rating
7.85/10
Cards
0
Yellow
-
0
Red
⚽ Offensive stats
Goals / Assists
15 goals / 1 assists
Total / on target shots
46 shots / 23 on target
Dribbles success %
- (18/0)
Duels won %
- (0/0)
Standings MLS 2025/2026
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  San Diego | 34 | 19 | 6 | 9 | 64 | 41 | +23 | 63 | WWLDL |
| 2 |  Vancouver Whitecaps | 34 | 18 | 9 | 7 | 66 | 38 | +28 | 63 | LWWDD |
| 3 |  Los Angeles FC | 34 | 17 | 9 | 8 | 65 | 40 | +25 | 60 | DLWWW |
| 4 |  Minnesota United FC | 34 | 16 | 10 | 8 | 56 | 39 | +17 | 58 | LWDLW |
| 5 |  Seattle Sounders | 34 | 15 | 10 | 9 | 58 | 48 | +10 | 55 | WWWDL |
| 6 |  Austin | 34 | 13 | 8 | 13 | 37 | 45 | -8 | 47 | LWLLW |
| 7 |  FC Dallas | 34 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 52 | 55 | -3 | 44 | WLWDW |
| 8 |  Portland Timbers | 34 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 41 | 48 | -7 | 44 | LLDDL |
| 9 |  Real Salt Lake | 34 | 12 | 5 | 17 | 38 | 49 | -11 | 41 | DLWWL |
| 10 |  San Jose Earthquakes | 34 | 11 | 8 | 15 | 60 | 63 | -3 | 41 | WLWLL |
| 11 |  Colorado Rapids | 34 | 11 | 8 | 15 | 44 | 56 | -12 | 41 | DLDLW |
| 12 |  Houston Dynamo | 34 | 9 | 10 | 15 | 43 | 56 | -13 | 37 | DLLWL |
| 13 |  St. Louis City | 34 | 8 | 8 | 18 | 44 | 58 | -14 | 32 | DWLWW |
| 14 |  Los Angeles Galaxy | 34 | 7 | 9 | 18 | 46 | 66 | -20 | 30 | WWLWL |
| 15 |  Sporting Kansas City | 34 | 7 | 7 | 20 | 46 | 70 | -24 | 28 | DLLLL |
Champions League UCL Qualification Europa / Conf. League Relegation zone
Squad — Seattle Sounders
Career of Y. Tsukanome since 2018
2025/2026
Seattle Sounders
Seattle Sounders20Apps
15Goals
1Assists
Rating
2024/2025
Tacoma Defiance
Tacoma Defiance29Apps
5Goals
-Assists
-Rating
2025/2026Seattle Sounders
Seattle Sounders17Apps
12Goals
1Assists
Rating
2024/2025Tacoma Defiance
Tacoma Defiance29Apps
5Goals
-Assists
-Rating
TRANSFERS
2026
Tacoma Defiance
→
Seattle Sounders
Transfer
Tacoma Defiance
Seattle Sounders
BIOGRAPHY
Y. Tsukanome lines up for Seattle Sounders in the MLS, bringing his qualities to one of football's top competitions. Carrying the pride of Japan football, he has made a name for himself at the highest level of club competition. Playing as a forward, he offers qualities that make him a dependable option for his manager. His pace, movement and ability to find space make him a constant threat to opposing defences. As the 2025/2026 season progresses, he continues to represent Seattle Sounders with dedication and professionalism. Y. Tsukanome remains a player to keep a close eye on as the season develops.