Bakambu’s Second-Half Brace Secures Draw for San Diego FC

Late Response Levels the Scoreline

San Diego FC and Seattle Sounders FC played to a 2-2 draw on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at Snapdragon Stadium. The match remained deadlocked until the second half when Cédric Bakambu emerged as the decisive offensive force for the home side. His two late goals erased an early deficit and ensured neither team could claim victory in this regular-season contest.

Seattle Takes Early Control

The Sounders established their presence early, capitalizing on San Diego’s defensive lapses in the final minutes of the first half. Dejan Joveljic opened the scoring for Seattle at the 50th minute, giving the visitors a slender advantage. The momentum continued for the away team just five minutes later, with Sebastian Gomez doubling Seattle’s lead at the 55th mark.

By halftime, Sounders supporters were confident in their control of the match.

Bakambu Turns the Tide

San Diego FC refused to stay down, shifting their offensive pressure in the second half. The breakthrough came at the 60th minute when Cédric Bakambu pulled one back for the hosts. San Diego continued to press, and their persistence paid off in stoppage time. Bakambu completed his brace at the 90+6th minute, leveling the score and securing a point for the home crowd.

Key Performances and Final Records

While Bakambu drove the offense forward, Anders Dreyer was also a key contributor for San Diego FC, registering five total shots. On the Seattle side, Albert Rusnák contributed three total shots to the attack. Goalkeeping duties saw Pablo Sisniega make one save for San Diego, while Andy Thomas recorded two saves for the Sounders.

The result leaves San Diego FC with a record of 8-11-12, while Seattle Sounders FC improves to 11-10-10.

Sources

ESPN