Match Summary
Sporting Kansas City defeated San Jose Earthquakes 2:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2024. Goals were scored by E. Thommy 48′, A. Pulido 57′, K. Shelton 82′ (o.g.). 3 yellow cards were shown. San Jose Earthquakes had 50% possession while Sporting Kansas City held 50%. San Jose Earthquakes had 11 shots (1 on target) compared to 13 (4 on target) for Sporting Kansas City. Expected goals: San Jose Earthquakes 0.68 — Sporting Kansas City 0.89. San Jose Earthquakes made 5 substitutions, Sporting Kansas City made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between San Jose Earthquakes and Sporting Kansas City — 3 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: N. Radoja
assist: N. Radoja
Own Goal
Match Statistics
San Jose Earthquakes had 50% possession against Sporting Kansas City's 50%. San Jose Earthquakes registered 11 shots (1 on target) while Sporting Kansas City managed 13 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 8–7. Fouls committed: 7–12.
Lineups
San Jose Earthquakes lined up in a 3-4-3 formation under I. Russell, while Sporting Kansas City deployed a 4-2-3-1 under P. Vermes.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for San Jose Earthquakes is 6.66, compared to 6.79 for Sporting Kansas 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. San Jose Earthquakes's highest-rated starter is B. Kikanovic (6.72), while Sporting Kansas City's best-rated player is M. Rodríguez (6.81).
Defensive Solidity
San Jose Earthquakes deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Sporting Kansas 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
San Jose Earthquakes field 4 midfielders averaging 6.72, versus Sporting Kansas City's 5 rated 6.79. 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
San Jose Earthquakes start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.60, compared to 1 for Sporting Kansas 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
San Jose Earthquakes's starters have collected 4 yellow cards this season, compared to 7 for Sporting Kansas 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 San Jose Earthquakes's starting XI is 28.3 (youngest: B. Kikanovic (25), oldest: W. Yarbrough (36)), while Sporting Kansas City average 30.2 (youngest: A. Vargas (22), oldest: T. Melia (39)). 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
San Jose Earthquakes's starters average 8 league appearances each, versus 12 for Sporting Kansas 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
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, San Jose Earthquakes have recorded 2 wins, 0 draws and 4 defeats. Sporting Kansas City show 0 wins, 1 draws and 5 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
San Jose Earthquakes and Sporting Kansas City have met 2 times — San Jose Earthquakes won 1, Sporting Kansas City 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 (5 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 3–5 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026