Match Summary
St. Louis City and DC United drew 2:2. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2024. Goals were scored by J. Yaro 19′, T. Ku-DiPietro 20′, C. Benteke 38′, João Klauss 70′ (pen.). 8 yellow cards were shown. St. Louis City had 57% possession while DC United held 43%. St. Louis City had 15 shots (5 on target) compared to 10 (3 on target) for DC United. Expected goals: St. Louis City 1.98 — DC United 1.95. St. Louis City made 5 substitutions, DC United made 3. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Celio Martins 68′).
Match Events
Key match events between St. Louis City and DC United — 4 goals and 8 cards recorded during the match.
assist: I. Vassilev
assist: J. Stroud
Penalty
Match Statistics
St. Louis City had 57% possession against DC United's 43%. St. Louis City registered 15 shots (5 on target) while DC United managed 10 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 6–0. Fouls committed: 15–21.
Lineups
St. Louis City lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under B. Carnell, while DC United deployed a 4-2-3-1 under T. Lesesne.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for St. Louis City is 6.71, compared to — for DC United. 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 T. Totland (6.84), while DC United's best-rated player is —.
Defensive Solidity
St. Louis City deploy 4 defenders rated 6.84 on average, against DC United'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 3 midfielders averaging 6.59, versus DC United'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
St. Louis City start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for DC United 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
St. Louis City's starters have collected 4 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for DC United. 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 25.5 (youngest: C. Durkin (25), oldest: T. Totland (26)), while DC United average 31.3 (youngest: C. McVey (28), oldest: M. Klich (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
St. Louis City's starters average 18 league appearances each, versus 0 for DC United. 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. DC United show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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