Major League Soccer · Season 2025
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Match Statistics
Lineups
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Real Salt Lake is 7.09, compared to 6.64 for Sporting Kansas City. 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. Real Salt Lake's highest-rated starter is D. Luna (7.58), while Sporting Kansas City's best-rated player is D. Joveljic (6.92).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Real Salt Lake have contributed 8 goals and 7 assists this season, led by D. Luna (4G). Sporting Kansas City's starters account for 7 goals and 2 assists, spearheaded by D. Joveljic (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
Real Salt Lake deploy 4 defenders rated 6.92 on average, against Sporting Kansas City's 4-man backline averaging 6.74. 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
Real Salt Lake field 4 midfielders averaging 7.44, versus Sporting Kansas City's 3 rated 6.51. 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
Real Salt Lake start 2 forward(s) averaging 6.73, compared to 3 for Sporting Kansas City averaging 6.83. 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 79% for Real Salt Lake and 80% for Sporting Kansas City. 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
Real Salt Lake's starters have collected 9 yellow cards this season, compared to 7 for Sporting Kansas City. 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 Real Salt Lake's starting XI is 25.9 (youngest: Z. Gozo (18), oldest: Rafael Cabral (35)), while Sporting Kansas City average 23.7 (youngest: J. Bartlett (20), oldest: S. Suleymanov (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
Real Salt Lake's starters average 9 league appearances each, versus 10 for Sporting Kansas City. 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: Pablo Andrés Mastroeni
Substitutes
Coach: Kerry Zavagnin
Match Summary
Real Salt Lake defeated Sporting Kansas City 2:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by D. Luna 40′, A. Katranis 62′, B. Vera 71′ (o.g.). 2 yellow cards were shown. Real Salt Lake had 49% possession while Sporting Kansas City held 51%. Real Salt Lake had 17 shots (7 on target) compared to 12 (3 on target) for Sporting Kansas City. Expected goals: Real Salt Lake 1.46 — Sporting Kansas City 0.85. Real Salt Lake made 4 substitutions, Sporting Kansas City made 5.
Real Salt Lake vs Sporting Kansas City Head to Head Results
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