Match Summary
St. Louis City II defeated Houston Dynamo FC II 3:1. The match was played in MLS Next Pro 2025. Goals were scored by E. Jaaskelainen 14′, S. Rodriguez 48′, B. McSorley 51′, M. Perez 75′. 4 yellow cards were shown. St. Louis City II made 5 substitutions, Houston Dynamo FC II made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between St. Louis City II and Houston Dynamo FC II — 4 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: B. McSorley
assist: E. Jaaskelainen
Lineups
St. Louis City II lined up in a — formation under John Christopher Hackworth, while Houston Dynamo FC II deployed a — under Marcelo Santos.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for St. Louis City II is 6.87, compared to 7.48 for Houston Dynamo FC 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 Houston Dynamo FC II's best-rated player is J. Bolma (7.48).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of St. Louis City II have contributed 5 goals and 3 assists this season, led by M. Perez (5G). Houston Dynamo FC II's starters account for 2 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by J. Bolma (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 Houston Dynamo FC II's 11 rated 7.48. 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 82% for Houston Dynamo FC 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 2 for Houston Dynamo FC 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 Houston Dynamo FC II average 23.0 (youngest: J. Bolma (23), oldest: J. Bolma (23)). 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 14 for Houston Dynamo FC 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.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, St. Louis City II have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Houston Dynamo FC II show 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
St. Louis City II
Houston Dynamo FC II
Head to Head
St. Louis City II and Houston Dynamo FC II have met 2 times — St. Louis City II won 1, Houston Dynamo FC II won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. St. Louis City II leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 5 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.50 per match (3 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–2 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (2)
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