Match Summary
Houston Dynamo defeated St. Louis City 3:2. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by E. Ponce 20′, H. Kessler 50′ (o.g.), D. Holmes 72′, E. Lowen 86′, M. Joyner 89′. 6 yellow cards were shown. St. Louis City had 59% possession while Houston Dynamo held 41%. St. Louis City had 15 shots (3 on target) compared to 8 (3 on target) for Houston Dynamo. Expected goals: St. Louis City 1.61 — Houston Dynamo 1.29. St. Louis City made 5 substitutions, Houston Dynamo made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between St. Louis City and Houston Dynamo — 5 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
assist: J. McGlynn
Own Goal
assist: O. Lingr
assist: S. Becher
Match Statistics
St. Louis City had 59% possession against Houston Dynamo's 41%. St. Louis City registered 15 shots (3 on target) while Houston Dynamo managed 8 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 11–3. Fouls committed: 14–14.
Lineups
St. Louis City lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under David Critchley, while Houston Dynamo deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Juan Francisco Guerra Piñero.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for St. Louis City is 7.02, compared to 6.87 for Houston Dynamo. 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. St. Louis City's highest-rated starter is C. Wallem (7.02), while Houston Dynamo's best-rated player is G. Dorsey (6.97).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of St. Louis City have contributed 1 goals and 2 assists this season, led by C. Wallem (1G). Houston Dynamo's starters account for 2 goals and 4 assists, spearheaded by G. Dorsey (2G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
St. Louis City deploy 4 defenders rated 7.02 on average, against Houston Dynamo's 4-man backline averaging 6.97. 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
St. Louis City field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Houston Dynamo's 5 rated 6.77. 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
St. Louis City start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Houston Dynamo 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
St. Louis City's starters have collected 6 yellow cards this season, compared to 15 for Houston Dynamo. 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 St. Louis City's starting XI is 25.0 (youngest: C. Wallem (25), oldest: C. Wallem (25)), while Houston Dynamo average 23.0 (youngest: B. Raines (20), oldest: G. Dorsey (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
St. Louis City's starters average 32 league appearances each, versus 27 for Houston Dynamo. 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, St. Louis City have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. Houston Dynamo show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
St. Louis City and Houston Dynamo have met 1 times — St. Louis City won 0, Houston Dynamo won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Houston Dynamo leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 1 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.00 per match (0 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–0 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026