Major League Soccer· Season 2025
Match Summary
Austin defeated Sporting Kansas City 1:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by O. Bukari 76′. 7 yellow cards were shown. Austin had 59% possession while Sporting Kansas City held 41%. Austin had 12 shots (2 on target) compared to 7 (2 on target) for Sporting Kansas City. Expected goals: Austin 0.92 — Sporting Kansas City 0.54. Austin made 4 substitutions, Sporting Kansas City made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Austin and Sporting Kansas City — 1 goal and 7 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
Austin had 59% possession against Sporting Kansas City's 41%. Austin registered 12 shots (2 on target) while Sporting Kansas City managed 7 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 4–1. Fouls committed: 12–16.
Lineups
Austin lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under Nicolás Estévez Martínez, while Sporting Kansas City deployed a 4-3-3 under Kerry Zavagnin.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Austin is 6.76, compared to 6.49 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. Austin's highest-rated starter is B. Stuver (7.29), while Sporting Kansas City's best-rated player is J. Bartlett (6.63).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Austin have contributed 3 goals and 2 assists this season, led by M. Desler (1G). Sporting Kansas City's starters account for 1 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by J. Bartlett (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
Austin deploy 4 defenders rated 6.75 on average, against Sporting Kansas City's 4-man backline averaging 6.44. 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
Austin field 4 midfielders averaging 6.78, versus Sporting Kansas City's 3 rated 6.63. 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
Austin start 2 forward(s) averaging 6.48, compared to 3 for Sporting Kansas City 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 84% for Austin and 78% 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
Austin's starters have collected 12 yellow cards this season, compared to 5 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 Austin's starting XI is 28.5 (youngest: O. Wolff (21), oldest: I. Sanchez (35)), while Sporting Kansas City average 22.3 (youngest: J. Bartlett (20), oldest: J. Pulskamp (24)). 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
Austin's starters average 10 league appearances each, versus 11 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: Nicolás Estévez Martínez
Substitutes
Coach: Kerry Zavagnin
Rivalry since 2021
Austin vs Sporting Kansas City Head to Head Results· 12
Austin and Sporting Kansas City have met 12 times — Austin won 6, Sporting Kansas City won 5, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2021. Austin leads the head-to-head with 6 victories from 12 meetings. A combined 41 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.42 per match (20 for the home side, 21 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 9 matches (75%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 8 games (67%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–3 in 2022.
Recent Meetings
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In their last 6 matches, Austin have recorded 2 wins, 1 draw and 3 defeats. Sporting Kansas City show 2 wins, 1 draw and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026