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5 September 2022 at 00:00

Major League Soccer · Season 2022
Referee: R. Touchan

Match Summary

Los Angeles Galaxy and Sporting Kansas City drew 2:2. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2022. Goals were scored by J. Hernández 4′, J. Russell 67′ (pen.), F. Hernández 76′, J. Hernández 88′ (pen.). 2 yellow cards were shown. Los Angeles Galaxy had 60% possession while Sporting Kansas City held 40%. Los Angeles Galaxy had 11 shots (5 on target) compared to 15 (5 on target) for Sporting Kansas City. Los Angeles Galaxy made 5 substitutions, Sporting Kansas City made 3. VAR was involved: Penalty awarded (Samuel Grandsir 90′).

Match Events

Key match events between Los Angeles Galaxy and Sporting Kansas City — 4 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.

Los Angeles Galaxy
Sporting Kansas City
Kick Off
J. Hernández

assist: Víctor Vázquez

4′
Half Time
Víctor VázquezS. Klještan
59′
64′
R. EspinozaF. Hernández
67′
J. Russell

Penalty

D. JoveljićS. Grandsir
71′
G. BrugmanDouglas Costa
71′
73′
E. ThommyOriol Rosell
76′
F. Hernández

assist: W. Agada

J. AraujoM. Cáceres
85′
M. DelgadoK. Cabral
85′
J. Hernández

Penalty

88′
89′
D. SallóiK. Shelton
Penalty awarded90+5′
VAR
Full Time

Match Statistics

Los Angeles Galaxy had 60% possession against Sporting Kansas City's 40%. Los Angeles Galaxy registered 11 shots (5 on target) while Sporting Kansas City managed 15 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 2–1. Fouls committed: 11–15.

5Shots on Goal5
4Shots off Goal6
11Total Shots15
2Blocked Shots4
8Shots insidebox8
3Shots outsidebox7
11Fouls15
2Corner Kicks1
6Offsides1
60%Ball Possession40%
1Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves3
615Total passes401
550Passes accurate346
89%Passes %86%

Lineups

Los Angeles Galaxy lined up in a 4-4-1-1 formation under G. Vanney, while Sporting Kansas City deployed a 4-3-3 under P. Vermes.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Los Angeles Galaxy is —, compared to 6.77 for Sporting Kansas City. 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. Los Angeles Galaxy's highest-rated starter is —, while Sporting Kansas City's best-rated player is D. Sallói (6.89).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Los Angeles Galaxy have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Sporting Kansas City's starters account for 7 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by D. Sallói (7G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Los Angeles Galaxy deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Sporting Kansas City's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Los Angeles Galaxy field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Sporting Kansas City's 3 rated —. 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.

Forward Threat

Los Angeles Galaxy start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Sporting Kansas City averaging 6.77. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Discipline

Los Angeles Galaxy's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 4 for Sporting Kansas City. 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 Los Angeles Galaxy's starting XI is 33.0 (youngest: G. Brugman (33), oldest: G. Brugman (33)), while Sporting Kansas City average 31.2 (youngest: W. Agada (26), oldest: Andreu Fontàs (36)). 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

Los Angeles Galaxy's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 20 for Sporting Kansas City. 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.

Los Angeles GalaxyPosition StrengthSporting Kansas City
Avg Rating
6.77
FWD (2 v 3)6.77
0G 0A7G 3A
Los Angeles Galaxy4-4-1-1
1🧤GKJ. Bond
3🛡DEFD. Williams
4🛡DEFS. Coulibaly
2🛡DEFJ. Araujo
44🛡DEFR. Edwards
5MIDG. Brugman
8MIDM. Delgado
6MIDRiqui Puig
99MIDD. Joveljić
7FWDVíctor Vázquez
14FWDJ. Hernández
Sporting Kansas City4-3-3
1🧤GKJ. Pulskamp
3🛡DEFAndreu Fontàs
5🛡DEFN. Isimat-Mirin
18🛡DEFL. Ndenbe
24🛡DEFK. Pierre
15MIDR. Espinoza
54MIDR. Walter
26MIDE. Thommy
7FWDJ. Russell
20FWDD. Sallói6.97G3A
23FWDW. Agada6.7

Substitutes

11(F)S. Grandsir
10(M)Douglas Costa
9(F)K. Cabral
18(D)K. Leerdam
77(D)C. Gasper

Substitutes

6(M)Oriol Rosell
11(F)K. Shelton
4(D)R. Voloder
48(D)K. Rad
28(M)C. Duke

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Los Angeles Galaxy have recorded 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 defeats. Sporting Kansas City show 0 wins, 1 draws and 5 losses from their last 6 outings.

Los Angeles Galaxy

DWWLLW

Sporting Kansas City

DLLLLL

Head to Head

Los Angeles Galaxy and Sporting Kansas City have met 2 times — Los Angeles Galaxy won 1, Sporting Kansas City won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 6 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (4 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–1 in 2025.

1

Los Angeles Galaxy

0

Drawn

1

Sporting Kansas City

Goals: 4Goals: 2

Recent Meetings (2)

28 Sept 2025Los Angeles Galaxy4 – 1Sporting Kansas City
4 May 2025Sporting Kansas City1 – 0Los Angeles Galaxy

API data: 15 Mar 2026

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