Match Summary
Sporting Kansas City defeated St. Louis City 2:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2023. Goals were scored by S. Adeniran 22′, A. Pulido 31′, A. Pulido 44′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Sporting Kansas City had 58% possession while St. Louis City held 42%. Sporting Kansas City had 10 shots (6 on target) compared to 8 (2 on target) for St. Louis City. Expected goals: Sporting Kansas City 1.77 — St. Louis City 0.31. Sporting Kansas City made 3 substitutions, St. Louis City made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Sporting Kansas City and St. Louis City — 3 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: I. Vassilev
assist: D. Sallói
assist: J. Davis
Match Statistics
Sporting Kansas City had 58% possession against St. Louis City's 42%. Sporting Kansas City registered 10 shots (6 on target) while St. Louis City managed 8 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 7–5. Fouls committed: 9–15.
Lineups
Sporting Kansas City lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under P. Vermes, while St. Louis City deployed a 4-2-3-1 under B. Carnell.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Sporting Kansas City is 6.89, compared to — for St. Louis 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. Sporting Kansas City's highest-rated starter is J. Davis (6.89), while St. Louis City's best-rated player is —.
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Sporting Kansas City have contributed 7 goals and 4 assists this season, led by D. Sallói (7G). St. Louis City'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.
Defensive Solidity
Sporting Kansas City deploy 4 defenders rated 6.89 on average, against St. Louis 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
Sporting Kansas City field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus St. Louis City's 5 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
Sporting Kansas City start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.89, compared to 1 for St. Louis City 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.
Discipline
Sporting Kansas City's starters have collected 11 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for St. Louis 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 Sporting Kansas City's starting XI is 32.3 (youngest: J. Davis (23), oldest: T. Melia (39)), while St. Louis City average 26.0 (youngest: N. Blom (26), oldest: N. Blom (26)). 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 31 league appearances each, versus 0 for St. Louis 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, Sporting Kansas City have recorded 0 wins, 1 draws and 5 defeats. St. Louis City show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Sporting Kansas City and St. Louis City have met 2 times — Sporting Kansas City won 1, St. Louis City won 0, 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 (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 2–2 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (2)
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