Major League Soccer · Season 2025
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Match Statistics
Lineups
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Sporting Kansas City is 6.69, compared to 7.03 for Portland Timbers. 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 M. Garcia (6.95), while Portland Timbers's best-rated player is J. Mosquera (8.20).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Sporting Kansas City have contributed 9 goals and 5 assists this season, led by D. Joveljic (6G). Portland Timbers's starters account for 8 goals and 7 assists, spearheaded by K. Kelsy (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 Portland Timbers's 4-man backline averaging 7.15. 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 3 midfielders averaging 6.68, versus Portland Timbers's 5 rated 6.81. 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 3 forward(s) averaging 6.84, compared to 1 for Portland Timbers averaging 6.93. 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 Portland Timbers. 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 10 yellow cards this season, compared to 8 for Portland Timbers. 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 24.1 (youngest: J. Bartlett (20), oldest: M. Garcia (27)), while Portland Timbers average 25.8 (youngest: K. Kelsy (21), oldest: D. Chara (39)). 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 11 league appearances each, versus 9 for Portland Timbers. 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: Philip John Neville
Match Summary
Portland Timbers defeated Sporting Kansas City 4:2. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by D. Ayala 10′, S. Suleymanov 16′, K. Kelsy 26′, D. Joveljic 33′ (pen.), K. Kelsy 49′, J. Miller 54′ (o.g.). 5 yellow cards were shown. Sporting Kansas City had 45% possession while Portland Timbers held 55%. Sporting Kansas City had 9 shots (6 on target) compared to 14 (8 on target) for Portland Timbers. Expected goals: Sporting Kansas City 2.17 — Portland Timbers 1.00. Sporting Kansas City made 5 substitutions, Portland Timbers made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Magomed Shapi Suleymanov 30′).
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