Match Summary
Los Angeles FC defeated Sporting Kansas City 2:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by D. Martinez 18′, A. Long 54′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Sporting Kansas City had 51% possession while Los Angeles FC held 49%. Sporting Kansas City had 11 shots (3 on target) compared to 8 (4 on target) for Los Angeles FC. Expected goals: Sporting Kansas City 0.83 — Los Angeles FC 1.74. Sporting Kansas City made 5 substitutions, Los Angeles FC made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty cancelled (Magomed Shapi Suleymanov 71′).
Match Events
Key match events between Sporting Kansas City and Los Angeles FC — 2 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: M. Delgado
Match Statistics
Sporting Kansas City had 51% possession against Los Angeles FC's 49%. Sporting Kansas City registered 11 shots (3 on target) while Los Angeles FC managed 8 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 11–1. Fouls committed: 14–12.
Lineups
Sporting Kansas City lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Kerry Zavagnin, while Los Angeles FC deployed a 4-3-3 under Steven Emil Cherundolo.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Sporting Kansas City is 6.83, compared to 6.96 for Los Angeles FC. 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 Los Angeles FC's best-rated player is S. Palencia (7.06).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Sporting Kansas City have contributed 0 goals and 1 assists this season, led by —. Los Angeles FC's starters account for 1 goals and 4 assists, spearheaded by S. Palencia (1G). 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 Los Angeles FC's 4-man backline averaging 7.06. 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 6.79, versus Los Angeles FC's 3 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 —, compared to 3 for Los Angeles FC 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 43% for Los Angeles FC. 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 13 yellow cards this season, compared to 15 for Los Angeles FC. 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 28.3 (youngest: J. Davis (23), oldest: N. Radoja (32)), while Los Angeles FC average 31.3 (youngest: T. Tillman (26), oldest: H. Lloris (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
Sporting Kansas City's starters average 22 league appearances each, versus 33 for Los Angeles FC. 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, Sporting Kansas City have recorded 0 wins, 1 draws and 5 defeats. Los Angeles FC show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Sporting Kansas City and Los Angeles FC have met 1 times — Sporting Kansas City won 0, Los Angeles FC won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Los Angeles FC 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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API data: 15 Mar 2026