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San Diego vs Sporting Kansas City

Snapdragon Stadium, San Diego18 May 2025 at 03:30
Referee: Victor Rivas

Match Events

San Diego
Sporting Kansas City
Kick Off
Half Time
59′
K. SheltonA. Brody
59′
T. LeiboldL. Ndenbe
A. GodoyO. Valakari
60′
60′
E. ThommyD. Salloi
L. de la TorreM. Iloski
72′
O. VerhoevenW. Kumado
72′
A. MightenE. Boateng
81′
H. LozanoT. Angel
81′
84′
S. MunozM. Toye
86′
M. GarciaM. Rodriguez
Full Time

Match Statistics

5Shots on Goal1
4Shots off Goal1
10Total Shots2
1Blocked Shots0
6Shots insidebox1
4Shots outsidebox1
14Fouls20
8Corner Kicks1
4Offsides1
65%Ball Possession35%
2Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves3
631Total passes337
561Passes accurate264
89%Passes %78%
1.58expected_goals0.05
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for San Diego is 6.91, compared to 6.67 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. San Diego's highest-rated starter is A. Dreyer (7.66), while Sporting Kansas City's best-rated player is M. Garcia (6.95).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of San Diego have contributed 8 goals and 10 assists this season, led by A. Dreyer (6G). Sporting Kansas City's starters account for 3 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by M. Garcia (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

San Diego deploy 4 defenders rated 6.82 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

San Diego field 3 midfielders averaging 7.14, versus Sporting Kansas City's 3 rated 6.71. 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

San Diego start 3 forward(s) averaging 7.12, compared to 3 for Sporting Kansas City averaging 6.76. 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 87% for San Diego and 81% 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

San Diego's starters have collected 14 yellow cards this season, compared to 9 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 San Diego's starting XI is 26.0 (youngest: O. Verhoeven (19), oldest: A. Godoy (35)), while Sporting Kansas City average 24.3 (youngest: J. Bartlett (20), oldest: M. Garcia (27)). 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

San Diego's starters average 11 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.

San Diego4-3-34-3-3Sporting Kansas City
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Santos33Verhoev.97McVey17McNair27Bombino20Godoy6Tverskov14Torre77Mighten10Dreyer11Lozano1Pulskamp11Shelton15Miller4Voloder14Leibold21Garcia16Bartlett22Bassong93Suleyma.7Munoz26Thommy

Substitutes

Coach: Michael Anthony Varas

Substitutes

Coach: Kerry Zavagnin

San DiegoPosition StrengthSporting Kansas City
6.91
Avg Rating
6.67
6.30Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.39
0G 0A0G 0A
6.82Defender (4 v 4)6.74
2G 1A0G 0A
7.14Midfielder (3 v 3)6.71
0G 2A2G 2A
7.12Forward (3 v 3)6.76
6G 7A1G 1A
San Diego4-3-3
1GoalkeeperC. J. dos Santos6.3
33DefenderO. Verhoeven6.3
97DefenderC. McVey6.91G
17DefenderP. McNair
27DefenderL. Bombino7.21G1A
20MidfielderA. Godoy6.91A
6MidfielderJ. Tverskov7.41A
14MidfielderL. de la Torre
77ForwardA. Mighten6.62A
10ForwardA. Dreyer7.76G5A
11ForwardH. Lozano
Sporting Kansas City4-3-3
1GoalkeeperJ. Pulskamp6.4
11DefenderK. Shelton
15DefenderJ. Miller6.7
4DefenderR. Voloder
14DefenderT. Leibold
21MidfielderM. Garcia7.01G2A
16MidfielderJ. Bartlett6.61G
22MidfielderZ. Bassong6.5
93ForwardS. Suleymanov6.81G1A
7ForwardS. Munoz
26ForwardE. Thommy

Match Summary

San Diego and Sporting Kansas City drew 0:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. 5 yellow cards were shown. San Diego had 65% possession while Sporting Kansas City held 35%. San Diego had 10 shots (5 on target) compared to 2 (1 on target) for Sporting Kansas City. Expected goals: San Diego 1.58 — Sporting Kansas City 0.05. San Diego made 5 substitutions, Sporting Kansas City made 5.

Rivalry since 2025

San Diego vs Sporting Kansas City Head to Head Results

2 stretnutí
San Diego
2
wins
Drawn
0
Sporting Kansas City
0
wins
Total goals
3 · 1.5/match
Both scored
0/2 · 0%
Over 2.5
0/2 · 0%

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API data: 11 May 2026