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18 May 2025 at 20:00

MLS Next Pro · Season 2025
Referee: C. Rodriguez

Match Summary

St. Louis City II defeated Minnesota United II 3:2. The match was played in MLS Next Pro 2025. Goals were scored by M. Joyner 22′ (pen.), M. Joyner 28′, E. Jaaskelainen 45′ (o.g.), C. Calov 71′, M. Perez 85′. 5 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Minnesota United II made 5 substitutions, St. Louis City II made 4.

Match Events

Key match events between Minnesota United II and St. Louis City II — 5 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.

Minnesota United II
St. Louis City II
Kick Off
B. Niang13′
22′
M. Joyner

Penalty

K. Kiingi37′
45′
Half Time
K. KiingiM. Nour
46′
D. PadelfordD. Mawing
61′
A. RandellT. Putt
61′
B. NiangA. Kabia
61′
67′
E. JaaskelainenR. Dugan
67′
B. McSorleyL. Cornelius
C. Calov
71′
75′
C. CilleyM. Kidd
A. MartinezI. Saidi
76′
76′
M. WentzelR. Becher
85′
M. Perez

assist: M. Kidd

L. Hille88′
90′
Full Time

Lineups

Minnesota United II lined up in a — formation under Jeremy Hall, while St. Louis City II deployed a — under John Christopher Hackworth.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Minnesota United II is —, compared to 6.87 for St. Louis City 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. Minnesota United II's highest-rated starter is —, while St. Louis City II's best-rated player is M. Perez (6.87).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Minnesota United II have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. St. Louis City II's starters account for 5 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by M. Perez (5G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Midfield Control

Minnesota United II field 11 midfielders averaging —, versus St. Louis City II's 11 rated 6.87. 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 —% for Minnesota United II and 79% for St. Louis City 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

Minnesota United II's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 3 for St. Louis City 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 Minnesota United II's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while St. Louis City II average 20.0 (youngest: M. Perez (20), oldest: M. Perez (20)). 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

Minnesota United II's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 18 for St. Louis City 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.

Minnesota United IIPosition StrengthSt. Louis City II
Avg Rating
6.87
MID (11 v 11)6.87
0G 0A5G 3A
Minnesota United II
96MIDW. Speel
36MIDK. Kiingi
34MIDC. Calov
35MIDB. Fischer
2MIDD. Padelford
39MIDL. Hille
37MIDB. Niang
59MIDJ. Farris
98MIDA. Randell
90MIDL. Mesanvi
50MIDA. Martinez
St. Louis City II
31MIDC. Olivares
13MIDM. Wentzel
91MIDJ. Orozco
50MIDG. Mikina
43MIDC. Cilley
28MIDM. Perez6.95G3A
59MIDM. Joyner
33MIDT. Pearce
49MIDS. Antwi
16MIDE. Jaaskelainen
80MIDB. McSorley

Substitutes

43W. Schmidt
53C. Casillas-Lopez
64I. Saidi
33K. Chandler
95M. Nour

Substitutes

61R. Dugan
83L. Cornelius
79E. Chavez

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Minnesota United II have recorded 4 wins, 0 draws and 2 defeats. St. Louis City II show 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.

Minnesota United II

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St. Louis City II

LWLDWD

Head to Head

Minnesota United II and St. Louis City II have met 3 times — Minnesota United II won 1, St. Louis City II won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 8 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.67 per match (3 for the home side, 5 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (33%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (33%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–0 in 2025.

1

Minnesota United II

1

Drawn

1

St. Louis City II

Goals: 3Goals: 5

Recent Meetings (3)

26 Oct 2025St. Louis City II0 – 2Minnesota United II
13 Sept 2025St. Louis City II1 – 1Minnesota United II
27 Jul 2025St. Louis City II4 – 0Minnesota United II

API data: 15 Mar 2026

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