Match Summary
Sporting Kansas City defeated Austin 4:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2023. Goals were scored by A. Pulido 19′, R. Castellanos 47′, A. Pulido 57′, S. Driussi 61′, K. Shelton 89′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Sporting Kansas City had 36% possession while Austin held 64%. Sporting Kansas City had 15 shots (6 on target) compared to 14 (2 on target) for Austin. Expected goals: Sporting Kansas City 1.94 — Austin 1.18. Sporting Kansas City made 3 substitutions, Austin made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Sporting Kansas City and Austin — 5 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: A. Pulido
assist: T. Leibold
assist: G. Zardes
Match Statistics
Sporting Kansas City had 36% possession against Austin's 64%. Sporting Kansas City registered 15 shots (6 on target) while Austin managed 14 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 2–5. Fouls committed: 11–12.
Lineups
Sporting Kansas City lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under P. Vermes, while Austin deployed a 4-4-2 under J. Wolff.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Sporting Kansas City is 6.85, compared to 7.12 for Austin. 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. Davis (6.89), while Austin's best-rated player is D. Pereira (7.12).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Sporting Kansas City have contributed 7 goals and 4 assists this season, led by D. Sallói (7G). Austin's starters account for 2 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by D. Pereira (2G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Sporting Kansas City deploy 4 defenders rated 6.89 on average, against Austin'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
Sporting Kansas City field 3 midfielders averaging 6.78, versus Austin's 4 rated 7.12. 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
Sporting Kansas City start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.89, compared to 2 for Austin averaging —. 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.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages —% for Sporting Kansas City and 45% for Austin. 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 14 yellow cards this season, compared to 8 for Austin. 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 29.2 (youngest: J. Davis (23), oldest: A. Pulido (34)), while Austin average 27.7 (youngest: D. Pereira (25), oldest: J. Valencia (29)). 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 27 league appearances each, versus 14 for Austin. 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.
Substitutes
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Sporting Kansas City have recorded 0 wins, 1 draws and 5 defeats. Austin show 1 wins, 0 draws and 5 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Sporting Kansas City and Austin have met 2 times — Sporting Kansas City won 0, Austin won 2, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Austin leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 4 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.00 per match (1 for the home side, 3 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 1–2 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
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