Match Summary
Houston Dynamo and Sporting Kansas City drew 2:2. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2023. Goals were scored by A. Pulido 25′, A. Ibrahim 45′, A. Pulido 62′ (pen.), I. Franco 90′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Houston Dynamo had 59% possession while Sporting Kansas City held 41%. Houston Dynamo had 19 shots (6 on target) compared to 5 (3 on target) for Sporting Kansas City. Expected goals: Houston Dynamo 2.22 — Sporting Kansas City 1.01. Houston Dynamo made 4 substitutions, Sporting Kansas City made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Houston Dynamo and Sporting Kansas City — 4 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: G. Kinda
assist: H. Herrera
Penalty
assist: Þ. Úlfarsson
Match Statistics
Houston Dynamo had 59% possession against Sporting Kansas City's 41%. Houston Dynamo registered 19 shots (6 on target) while Sporting Kansas City managed 5 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 5–4. Fouls committed: 19–10.
Lineups
Houston Dynamo lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under B. Olsen, while Sporting Kansas City deployed a 4-3-3 under P. Vermes.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Houston Dynamo is 6.47, compared to 6.89 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. Houston Dynamo's highest-rated starter is D. Steres (6.47), while Sporting Kansas City's best-rated player is J. Davis (6.89).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Houston Dynamo have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Sporting Kansas City's starters account for 7 goals and 4 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
Houston Dynamo deploy 4 defenders rated 6.47 on average, against Sporting Kansas City's 4-man backline averaging 6.89. 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
Houston Dynamo 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
Houston Dynamo start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Sporting Kansas City averaging 6.89. 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
Houston Dynamo's starters have collected 2 yellow cards this season, compared to 11 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 Houston Dynamo's starting XI is 36.3 (youngest: D. Steres (35), oldest: S. Clark (39)), while Sporting Kansas City average 31.2 (youngest: J. Davis (23), 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
Houston Dynamo's starters average 8 league appearances each, versus 31 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.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Houston Dynamo have recorded 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 defeats. Sporting Kansas City show 0 wins, 1 draws and 5 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Houston Dynamo and Sporting Kansas City have met 2 times — Houston Dynamo won 0, Sporting Kansas City won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Sporting Kansas City leads the head-to-head with 1 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 1–3 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (2)
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