Match Summary
St. Louis City defeated Sporting Kansas City 4:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2023. Goals were scored by E. Löwen 19′ (pen.), I. Vassilev 25′, N. Gioacchini 55′, I. Vassilev 75′. 3 yellow cards were shown. St. Louis City had 33% possession while Sporting Kansas City held 67%. St. Louis City had 15 shots (6 on target) compared to 17 (7 on target) for Sporting Kansas City. Expected goals: St. Louis City 1.50 — Sporting Kansas City 1.63. St. Louis City made 4 substitutions, Sporting Kansas City made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between St. Louis City and Sporting Kansas City — 4 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: J. Stroud
assist: J. Stroud
assist: T. Ostrák
Match Statistics
St. Louis City had 33% possession against Sporting Kansas City's 67%. St. Louis City registered 15 shots (6 on target) while Sporting Kansas City managed 17 (7 on target). Corner kicks: 4–11. Fouls committed: 18–9.
Lineups
St. Louis City lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under B. Carnell, while Sporting Kansas City deployed a 4-3-3 under P. Vermes.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for St. Louis City is 6.86, compared to 6.83 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. St. Louis City's highest-rated starter is Célio Pompeu (6.86), while Sporting Kansas City's best-rated player is D. Sallói (6.89).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of St. Louis City have contributed 2 goals and 2 assists this season, led by Célio Pompeu (2G). 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
St. Louis City 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
St. Louis City field 5 midfielders averaging 6.86, versus Sporting Kansas City's 3 rated 6.78. 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
St. Louis City start 1 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
St. Louis City's starters have collected 3 yellow cards this season, compared to 7 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 St. Louis City's starting XI is 27.7 (youngest: N. Blom (26), oldest: J. Nerwinski (31)), while Sporting Kansas City average 32.7 (youngest: D. Sallói (29), 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
St. Louis City's starters average 14 league appearances each, versus 27 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, St. Louis City have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. Sporting Kansas City show 0 wins, 1 draws and 5 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
St. Louis City and Sporting Kansas City have met 2 times — St. Louis City 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 6 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (2 for the home side, 4 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 2–2 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (2)
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