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Sporting Kansas City vs Houston Dynamo

Children's Mercy Park, Kansas City, Kansas26 May 2022 at 01:30

Match Events

Sporting Kansas City
Houston Dynamo
Kick Off
18′D. Ceren
O. Rosell29′
41′
C. Baird

assist: D. Quintero

Half Time
Oriol RosellR. Espinoza
46′
B. SweatK. Shelton
46′
51′D. Quintero
J. Russell
52′
57′
R. AvilaA. Carrasquilla
57′
B. RainesM. Vera
L. NdenbeK. Pierre
64′
69′G. Dorsey
72′
J. RodríguezF. Picault
72′
C. BairdT. Pasher
J. Russell

Penalty

73′
Andreu FontàsN. Isimat-Mirin
76′
K. Ford88′
Full Time

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Sporting Kansas City is 6.89, compared to 6.80 for Houston Dynamo. 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 J. Pulskamp (6.92), while Houston Dynamo's best-rated player is G. Dorsey (6.95).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Sporting Kansas City have contributed 8 goals and 5 assists this season, led by D. Sallói (7G). Houston Dynamo's starters account for 5 goals and 5 assists, spearheaded by G. Dorsey (3G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Midfield Control

Sporting Kansas City field 11 midfielders averaging 6.89, versus Houston Dynamo's 11 rated 6.80. 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.

Discipline

Sporting Kansas City's starters have collected 8 yellow cards this season, compared to 14 for Houston Dynamo. 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 29.8 (youngest: J. Pulskamp (24), oldest: Andreu Fontàs (36)), while Houston Dynamo average 26.5 (youngest: B. Raines (20), oldest: D. Steres (35)). 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 32 league appearances each, versus 32 for Houston Dynamo. 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.

Sporting Kansas CityPosition StrengthHouston Dynamo
6.89
Avg Rating
6.80
6.89Midfielder (11 v 11)6.80
8G 5A5G 5A
Sporting Kansas City
1MidfielderJ. Pulskamp6.92A
3MidfielderAndreu Fontàs
2MidfielderB. Sweat
12MidfielderK. Ford
18MidfielderL. Ndenbe6.91G
6MidfielderOriol Rosell
54MidfielderR. Walter
21MidfielderF. Hernández
28MidfielderC. Duke
7MidfielderJ. Russell
20MidfielderD. Sallói6.97G3A
Houston Dynamo
26MidfielderM. Nelson
2MidfielderD. Steres6.92G2A
13MidfielderE. Bartlow6.81A
29MidfielderS. Junqua
24MidfielderD. Cerén
11MidfielderC. Baird
8MidfielderJ. Rodríguez
25MidfielderG. Dorsey7.03G2A
35MidfielderB. Raines6.5
23MidfielderD. Quintero
45MidfielderR. Avila

Match Summary

Sporting Kansas City defeated Houston Dynamo 2:1. The match was played in US Open Cup 2022. Goals were scored by C. Baird 41′, J. Russell 52′, J. Russell 73′ (pen.). 5 yellow cards were shown. Sporting Kansas City made 4 substitutions, Houston Dynamo made 4.

Rivalry since 2012

Sporting Kansas City vs Houston Dynamo Head to Head Results

44 stretnutí
Sporting Kansas City
16
wins
Drawn
14
Houston Dynamo
14
wins
Total goals
115 · 2.6/match
Both scored
24/44 · 55%
Over 2.5
20/44 · 45%

Recent Meetings

Highest-scoring game: 44 v 2015

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API data: 11 May 2026