Match Summary
Vancouver Whitecaps defeated Sporting Kansas City 2:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2024. Goals were scored by R. Voloder 34′ (o.g.), W. Agada 69′, F. Picault 76′. 1 yellow cards were shown. Vancouver Whitecaps had 54% possession while Sporting Kansas City held 46%. Vancouver Whitecaps had 14 shots (5 on target) compared to 17 (8 on target) for Sporting Kansas City. Expected goals: Vancouver Whitecaps 1.32 — Sporting Kansas City 1.33. Vancouver Whitecaps made 5 substitutions, Sporting Kansas City made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Vancouver Whitecaps and Sporting Kansas City — 3 goals and 1 cards recorded during the match.
Own Goal
assist: S. Berhalter
Match Statistics
Vancouver Whitecaps had 54% possession against Sporting Kansas City's 46%. Vancouver Whitecaps registered 14 shots (5 on target) while Sporting Kansas City managed 17 (8 on target). Corner kicks: 4–6. Fouls committed: 10–8.
Lineups
Vancouver Whitecaps lined up in a 3-4-2-1 formation under V. Sartini, while Sporting Kansas City deployed a 4-2-3-1 under P. Vermes.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Vancouver Whitecaps is 7.16, 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. Vancouver Whitecaps's highest-rated starter is P. Vite (7.39), while Sporting Kansas City's best-rated player is D. Sallói (6.89).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Vancouver Whitecaps have contributed 23 goals and 5 assists this season, led by B. White (18G). Sporting Kansas City's starters account for 8 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by D. Sallói (7G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Vancouver Whitecaps deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Sporting Kansas City's 4-man backline averaging 6.86. 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
Vancouver Whitecaps field 4 midfielders averaging 7.39, versus Sporting Kansas City's 5 rated 6.83. 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
Vancouver Whitecaps start 3 forward(s) averaging 7.04, compared to 1 for Sporting Kansas City averaging 6.65. 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
Vancouver Whitecaps's starters have collected 6 yellow cards this season, compared to 15 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 Vancouver Whitecaps's starting XI is 27.0 (youngest: P. Vite (23), oldest: R. Gauld (30)), while Sporting Kansas City average 29.4 (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
Vancouver Whitecaps's starters average 12 league appearances each, versus 17 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
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Vancouver Whitecaps have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Sporting Kansas City show 0 wins, 1 draws and 5 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Vancouver Whitecaps and Sporting Kansas City have met 2 times — Vancouver Whitecaps won 2, Sporting Kansas City won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Vancouver Whitecaps leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 5 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.50 per match (5 for the home side, 0 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–0 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026