Match Summary
Sporting Kansas City and Portland Timbers drew 3:3. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2024. Goals were scored by W. Agada 13′, D. Rosero 38′, W. Agada 45′, Evander 64′ (pen.), F. Mora 66′, E. Miller 81′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Sporting Kansas City had 50% possession while Portland Timbers held 50%. Sporting Kansas City had 16 shots (6 on target) compared to 9 (8 on target) for Portland Timbers. Expected goals: Sporting Kansas City 2.57 — Portland Timbers 2.06. Sporting Kansas City made 2 substitutions, Portland Timbers made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Sporting Kansas City and Portland Timbers — 6 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
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assist: R. Voloder
Penalty
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Match Statistics
Sporting Kansas City had 50% possession against Portland Timbers's 50%. Sporting Kansas City registered 16 shots (6 on target) while Portland Timbers managed 9 (8 on target). Corner kicks: 7–1. Fouls committed: 16–20.
Lineups
Sporting Kansas City lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under P. Vermes, while Portland Timbers deployed a 4-2-3-1 under P. Neville.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Sporting Kansas City is 6.80, compared to 6.80 for Portland Timbers. 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 Portland Timbers's best-rated player is D. Ayala (7.18).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Sporting Kansas City have contributed 7 goals and 4 assists this season, led by D. Sallói (7G). Portland Timbers's starters account for 6 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by K. Miller (2G). 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 Portland Timbers's 4-man backline averaging 6.64. 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 Portland Timbers's 5 rated 6.96. 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 6.77, compared to 1 for Portland Timbers 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.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages —% for Sporting Kansas City and 46% for Portland Timbers. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Sporting Kansas City's starters have collected 17 yellow cards this season, compared to 19 for Portland Timbers. 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 29.9 (youngest: J. Davis (23), oldest: T. Melia (39)), while Portland Timbers average 27.5 (youngest: D. Ayala (23), oldest: E. Miller (32)). 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 21 league appearances each, versus 28 for Portland Timbers. 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.
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Sporting Kansas City have recorded 0 wins, 1 draws and 5 defeats. Portland Timbers show 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Sporting Kansas City and Portland Timbers have met 2 times — Sporting Kansas City won 0, Portland Timbers won 2, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Portland Timbers leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 7 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.50 per match (2 for the home side, 5 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 2–4 in 2025.
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