28 August 2024 at 01:00

Referee: R. Mendoza
Stadium: Children's Mercy Park, Kansas City, Kansas

Match Events

Key match events between Sporting Kansas City and Indy Eleven — 2 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.

Sporting Kansas City
Indy Eleven
Kick Off
J. Russell

assist: J. Davis

14′
17′
C. Chapman-PageJ. Musa
D. Rosero

assist: R. Walter

35′
Half Time
Andreu FontàsR. Voloder
61′
L. NdenbeT. Leibold
61′
E. ThommyW. Agada
74′
R. WalterZ. Bassong
75′
77′
L. NeidlingerM. Foster
77′
C. LindleyL. Wootton
J. RussellS. Afrifa
88′
88′
J. OBrienS. Guenzatti
88′
A. WilliamsE. Collier
Full Time

Lineups

Sporting Kansas City lined up in a — formation under P. Vermes, while Indy Eleven deployed a — under S. McAuley.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Sporting Kansas City is 6.84, compared to 7.11 for Indy Eleven. 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 E. Thommy (7.06), while Indy Eleven's best-rated player is B. Ofeimu (7.97).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Sporting Kansas City have contributed 12 goals and 9 assists this season, led by D. Sallói (7G). Indy Eleven's starters account for 0 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by —. 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 6.84, versus Indy Eleven's 11 rated 7.11. 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 Sporting Kansas City and 68% for Indy Eleven. 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

Sporting Kansas City's starters have collected 15 yellow cards this season, compared to 4 for Indy Eleven. 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 31.5 (youngest: J. Davis (23), oldest: T. Melia (39)), while Indy Eleven average 26.7 (youngest: L. Neidlinger (20), oldest: A. Quinn (33)). 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 25 league appearances each, versus 2 for Indy Eleven. 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 StrengthIndy Eleven
6.84
Avg Rating
7.11
6.84Midfielder (11 v 11)7.11
12G 9A0G 1A
Sporting Kansas City
29MidfielderT. Melia
3MidfielderAndreu Fontàs
5MidfielderD. Rosero6.8
18MidfielderL. Ndenbe6.91G
54MidfielderR. Walter
26MidfielderE. Thommy7.14G4A
17MidfielderJ. Davis6.91A
7MidfielderJ. Russell
9MidfielderA. Pulido
11MidfielderK. Shelton6.61A
10MidfielderD. Sallói6.97G3A
Indy Eleven
98MidfielderH. Sulte
5MidfielderC. Chapman-Page
3MidfielderA. Stanley6.8
30MidfielderB. Ofeimu8.0
2MidfielderJ. O'Brien
8MidfielderJ. Blake7.2
6MidfielderC. Lindley7.71A
14MidfielderA. Quinn6.4
37MidfielderL. Neidlinger6.5
42MidfielderD. Martínez
9MidfielderA. Williams

Match Summary

Sporting Kansas City defeated Indy Eleven 2:0. The match was played in US Open Cup 2024. Goals were scored by J. Russell 14′, D. Rosero 35′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Sporting Kansas City made 5 substitutions, Indy Eleven made 5.

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Sporting Kansas City have recorded 0 wins, 1 draws and 5 defeats. Indy Eleven show 3 wins, 0 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.

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Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

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