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Sporting Kansas City vs Leon

Children's Mercy Park, Kansas City, Kansas11 August 2021 at 01:00
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Sporting Kansas City

16
Away

Leon

Referee: J. Calderón

Match Events

Sporting Kansas City
Leon
Kick Off
J. LindseyK. Pierre
15′
16′
S. Colombatto
27′
O. Fernández

assist: Á. Mena

44′
O. Fernández

assist: V. Dávila

Half Time
D. SalloiCameron Duke
46′
R. WalterG. Kinda
46′
Cameron Duke

assist: G. Barber

61′
62′
Á. Mena

assist: E. Hernández

66′
W. TesilloO. Rodríguez
66′
E. HernándezJ. Meneses
72′
J. Meneses

assist: Á. Mena

78′
V. Dávila

assist: Á. Mena

79′
V. DávilaE. Gigliotti
87′
S. ColombattoF. Ambríz
88′
O. FernándezJ. Zamudio
Full Time

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Sporting Kansas City is 6.90, compared to 6.68 for Leon. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Sporting Kansas City's highest-rated starter is J. Pulskamp (6.92), while Leon's best-rated player is J. Rodríguez (6.91).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Sporting Kansas City have contributed 7 goals and 5 assists this season, led by D. Salloi (7G). Leon's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Midfield Control

Sporting Kansas City field 11 midfielders averaging 6.90, versus Leon's 11 rated 6.68. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages —% for Sporting Kansas City and 89% for Leon. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Sporting Kansas City's starters have collected 6 yellow cards this season, compared to 2 for Leon. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Sporting Kansas City's starting XI is 27.7 (youngest: J. Pulskamp (24), oldest: R. Walter (30)), while Leon average 29.5 (youngest: J. Rodríguez (29), oldest: D. Ramírez (30)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Sporting Kansas City's starters average 34 league appearances each, versus 9 for Leon. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Sporting Kansas CityPosition StrengthLeon
6.90
Avg Rating
6.68
6.90Midfielder (11 v 11)6.68
7G 5A0G 0A
Sporting Kansas City
1MidfielderJ. Pulskamp6.92A
4MidfielderR. Punčec
13MidfielderA. Dia
2MidfielderJ. Lindsey
48MidfielderK. Rad
6MidfielderIlie
54MidfielderR. Walter
19MidfielderG. Barber
20MidfielderD. Salloi6.97G3A
96MidfielderW. Harris
25MidfielderO. Cisneros
Leon
30MidfielderR. Cota
4MidfielderA. Mosquera
6MidfielderW. Tesillo
23MidfielderR. González
11MidfielderE. Hernández
13MidfielderÁ. Mena
25MidfielderO. Fernández
28MidfielderD. Ramírez6.5
22MidfielderS. Colombatto
8MidfielderJ. Rodríguez6.9
7MidfielderV. Dávila

Match Summary

Leon defeated Sporting Kansas City 6:1. The match was played in Leagues Cup 2021. Goals were scored by S. Colombatto 16′, O. Fernández 27′, O. Fernández 44′, Cameron Duke 61′, Á. Mena 62′, J. Meneses 72′, V. Dávila 78′. Sporting Kansas City made 3 substitutions, Leon made 5.

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