Match Summary
San Diego defeated St. Louis City 2:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by M. Iloski 79′, A. Dreyer 87′, K. Hiebert 90′. 4 yellow cards were shown. St. Louis City had 40% possession while San Diego held 60%. St. Louis City had 16 shots (5 on target) compared to 15 (3 on target) for San Diego. Expected goals: St. Louis City 1.62 — San Diego 1.14. St. Louis City made 4 substitutions, San Diego made 2.
Match Events
Key match events between St. Louis City and San Diego — 3 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: A. Godoy
Match Statistics
St. Louis City had 40% possession against San Diego's 60%. St. Louis City registered 16 shots (5 on target) while San Diego managed 15 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 6–1. Fouls committed: 8–9.
Lineups
St. Louis City lined up in a 3-5-2 formation under David Critchley, while San Diego deployed a 4-3-3 under Michael Anthony Varas.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for St. Louis City is 6.86, compared to 7.12 for San Diego. 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 San Diego's best-rated player is J. Tverskov (7.55).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of St. Louis City have contributed 2 goals and 2 assists this season, led by A. Watts (1G). San Diego's starters account for 27 goals and 30 assists, spearheaded by H. Lozano (11G). 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 3 defenders rated — on average, against San Diego's 4-man backline averaging 7.03. 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 5 midfielders averaging 6.86, versus San Diego's 3 rated 7.16. 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 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for San Diego averaging 7.23. 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 St. Louis City and 64% for San Diego. 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
St. Louis City's starters have collected 7 yellow cards this season, compared to 42 for San Diego. 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: A. Watts (25), oldest: A. Watts (25)), while San Diego average 27.8 (youngest: L. Bombino (19), oldest: A. Godoy (35)). 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 27 league appearances each, versus 32 for San Diego. 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. San Diego show 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
St. Louis City and San Diego have met 1 times — St. Louis City won 0, San Diego won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 0 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 0.00 per match (0 for the home side, 0 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.
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026