Match Summary
Sporting Kansas City defeated Orlando City SC 3:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2024. Goals were scored by J. Davis 44′, D. Sallói 52′, R. Walter 90′. 4 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Sporting Kansas City had 42% possession while Orlando City SC held 58%. Sporting Kansas City had 13 shots (6 on target) compared to 12 (1 on target) for Orlando City SC. Expected goals: Sporting Kansas City 1.10 — Orlando City SC 1.34. Sporting Kansas City made 5 substitutions, Orlando City SC made 5. VAR was involved: Card upgrade (William Agada 68′).
Match Events
Key match events between Sporting Kansas City and Orlando City SC — 3 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
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Match Statistics
Sporting Kansas City had 42% possession against Orlando City SC's 58%. Sporting Kansas City registered 13 shots (6 on target) while Orlando City SC managed 12 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 3–6. Fouls committed: 9–10.
Lineups
Sporting Kansas City lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under P. Vermes, while Orlando City SC deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Ó. Pareja.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Sporting Kansas City is 6.81, compared to 6.92 for Orlando City SC. 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 Orlando City SC's best-rated player is C. Araújo (7.09).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Sporting Kansas City have contributed 8 goals and 4 assists this season, led by D. Sallói (7G). Orlando City SC's starters account for 10 goals and 7 assists, spearheaded by R. Enrique (8G). 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 Orlando City SC'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
Sporting Kansas City field 5 midfielders averaging 6.86, versus Orlando City SC's 5 rated 6.99. 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 1 for Orlando City SC averaging 6.79. 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 Orlando City SC. 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 20 yellow cards this season, compared to 12 for Orlando City SC. 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 29.0 (youngest: J. Davis (23), oldest: T. Melia (39)), while Orlando City SC average 24.8 (youngest: C. Araújo (24), oldest: I. Angulo (26)). 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 20 league appearances each, versus 27 for Orlando City SC. 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. Orlando City SC show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Sporting Kansas City and Orlando City SC have met 1 times — Sporting Kansas City won 0, Orlando City SC won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Orlando City SC leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 4 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.00 per match (1 for the home side, 3 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–1 in 2025.
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