Match Summary
St. Louis City II defeated Sporting KC II 2:0. The match was played in MLS Next Pro 2025. Goals were scored by M. Joyner 12′ (pen.), G. Mikina 85′. 3 yellow cards were shown. St. Louis City II made 5 substitutions, Sporting KC II made 2.
Match Events
Key match events between St. Louis City II and Sporting KC II — 2 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: M. Kidd
Lineups
St. Louis City II lined up in a — formation under John Christopher Hackworth, while Sporting KC II deployed a — under István Bela Urbányi.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for St. Louis City II is 6.87, compared to 6.63 for Sporting KC II. 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. St. Louis City II's highest-rated starter is M. Perez (6.87), while Sporting KC II's best-rated player is M. Tschantret (7.13).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of St. Louis City II have contributed 5 goals and 3 assists this season, led by M. Perez (5G). Sporting KC II's starters account for 3 goals and 2 assists, spearheaded by M. Tschantret (2G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Midfield Control
St. Louis City II field 11 midfielders averaging 6.87, versus Sporting KC II's 11 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.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 79% for St. Louis City II and 79% for Sporting KC II. 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
St. Louis City II's starters have collected 3 yellow cards this season, compared to 5 for Sporting KC II. 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 St. Louis City II's starting XI is 20.0 (youngest: M. Perez (20), oldest: M. Perez (20)), while Sporting KC II average 20.3 (youngest: L. Christiano (18), oldest: M. Goumballe (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
St. Louis City II's starters average 18 league appearances each, versus 16 for Sporting KC II. 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.
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, St. Louis City II have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Sporting KC II show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
St. Louis City II
Sporting KC II
Head to Head
St. Louis City II and Sporting KC II have met 2 times — St. Louis City II won 2, Sporting KC II won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. St. Louis City II leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 4 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.00 per match (4 for the home side, 0 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–0 in 2025.
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St. Louis City II
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Drawn
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Sporting KC II
Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026