Major League Soccer · Season 2025
Match Events
assist: A. Dreyer
Match Statistics
Lineups
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Sporting Kansas City is 6.57, compared to 6.95 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. Sporting Kansas City's highest-rated starter is D. Joveljic (6.92), while San Diego's best-rated player is A. Dreyer (7.58).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Sporting Kansas City have contributed 6 goals and 2 assists this season, led by D. Joveljic (5G). San Diego's starters account for 10 goals and 8 assists, spearheaded by A. Dreyer (5G). 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 6.74 on average, against San Diego's 4-man backline averaging 6.94. 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 4 midfielders averaging 6.46, versus San Diego's 4 rated 6.96. 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 2 forward(s) averaging 6.92, compared to 2 for San Diego averaging 7.58. 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 80% for Sporting Kansas City and 87% 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
Sporting Kansas City's starters have collected 5 yellow cards this season, compared to 13 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 Sporting Kansas City's starting XI is 24.7 (youngest: J. Miller (23), oldest: S. Suleymanov (26)), while San Diego average 25.7 (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
Sporting Kansas City's starters average 8 league appearances each, versus 10 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
Coach: Kerry Zavagnin
Substitutes
Coach: Michael Anthony Varas
Match Summary
San Diego defeated Sporting Kansas City 2:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by H. Lozano 23′, A. Dreyer 70′. 1 yellow card was shown. Sporting Kansas City had 42% possession while San Diego held 58%. Sporting Kansas City had 21 shots (7 on target) compared to 5 (5 on target) for San Diego. Expected goals: Sporting Kansas City 1.91 — San Diego 0.89. Sporting Kansas City made 5 substitutions, San Diego made 5.
Sporting Kansas City vs San Diego Head to Head Results
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