Match Summary
Sporting Kansas City defeated San Jose Earthquakes 2:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2024. Goals were scored by Vítor Costa 11′, D. Rosero 18′, A. Pulido 29′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Sporting Kansas City had 51% possession while San Jose Earthquakes held 49%. Sporting Kansas City had 5 shots (3 on target) compared to 13 (6 on target) for San Jose Earthquakes. Expected goals: Sporting Kansas City 1.03 — San Jose Earthquakes 1.36. Sporting Kansas City made 4 substitutions, San Jose Earthquakes made 5. VAR was involved: Goal cancelled (Rodrigues 83′).
Match Events
Key match events between Sporting Kansas City and San Jose Earthquakes — 3 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
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Match Statistics
Sporting Kansas City had 51% possession against San Jose Earthquakes's 49%. Sporting Kansas City registered 5 shots (3 on target) while San Jose Earthquakes managed 13 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 3–5. Fouls committed: 12–16.
Lineups
Sporting Kansas City lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under P. Vermes, while San Jose Earthquakes deployed a 4-2-3-1 under L. Gonzalez.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Sporting Kansas City is 6.84, compared to 6.71 for San Jose Earthquakes. 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 San Jose Earthquakes's best-rated player is A. Pellegrino (6.71).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Sporting Kansas City have contributed 7 goals and 4 assists this season, led by D. Sallói (7G). San Jose Earthquakes's starters account for 1 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by A. Pellegrino (1G). 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 San Jose Earthquakes'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 6.79, versus San Jose Earthquakes's 5 rated 6.71. 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 San Jose Earthquakes 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 17 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for San Jose Earthquakes. 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 31.7 (youngest: J. Davis (23), oldest: T. Melia (39)), while San Jose Earthquakes average 30.3 (youngest: J. Yueill (28), oldest: A. Pellegrino (35)). 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 25 league appearances each, versus 13 for San Jose Earthquakes. 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. San Jose Earthquakes show 2 wins, 0 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Sporting Kansas City and San Jose Earthquakes have met 2 times — Sporting Kansas City won 1, San Jose Earthquakes won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 11 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 5.50 per match (6 for the home side, 5 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–5 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (2)
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