Match Summary
Sporting Kansas City defeated FC Dallas 3:2. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2024. Goals were scored by W. Agada 11′, W. Agada 23′, T. Melia 30′ (o.g.), P. Musa 65′, M. Rodríguez 82′. 2 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Sporting Kansas City had 54% possession while FC Dallas held 46%. Sporting Kansas City had 18 shots (6 on target) compared to 12 (5 on target) for FC Dallas. Expected goals: Sporting Kansas City 2.47 — FC Dallas 1.63. Sporting Kansas City made 5 substitutions, FC Dallas made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Sporting Kansas City and FC Dallas — 5 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: M. Rodríguez
assist: A. Vargas
Own Goal
assist: L. Farrington
Match Statistics
Sporting Kansas City had 54% possession against FC Dallas's 46%. Sporting Kansas City registered 18 shots (6 on target) while FC Dallas managed 12 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 7–0. Fouls committed: 18–9.
Lineups
Sporting Kansas City lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under P. Vermes, while FC Dallas deployed a 3-4-1-2 under P. Luccin.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Sporting Kansas City is 6.81, compared to — for FC Dallas. 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 FC Dallas'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). FC Dallas'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 — on average, against FC Dallas's 3-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 5 midfielders averaging 6.86, versus FC Dallas's 4 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 1 forward(s) averaging 6.65, compared to 3 for FC Dallas 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 14 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for FC Dallas. 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 29.6 (youngest: A. Vargas (22), oldest: T. Melia (39)), while FC Dallas average 28.0 (youngest: D. Sealy (22), oldest: O. González (37)). 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 17 league appearances each, versus 0 for FC Dallas. 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. FC Dallas show 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Sporting Kansas City and FC Dallas have met 2 times — Sporting Kansas City won 0, FC Dallas won 2, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. FC Dallas leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 9 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.50 per match (3 for the home side, 6 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 2–4 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026