Sporting Kansas City vs Los Angeles Galaxy — Match Details

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Major League Soccer · Season 2026

14 May 2026 at 01:30

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Sporting Kansas City

Los Angeles Galaxy

Kick Off

Capita

assist: C. Harris

32′

⚽

Zorhan Bassong41′

D. Joveljic

assist: C. Harris

45′

⚽

Half Time

▲ Capita▼ S. Afrifa

46′

▲ H. Miller▼ E. Wynder

49′Mauricio Cuevas

▲ Z. Bassong▼ J. Bartlett

61′

▲ T. Calheira▼ M. Garcia

62′

64′

▲ L. Sanabria▼ E. Thommy

64′

▲ C. Garces▼ J. Haak

65′

▲ M. Cuevas▼ M. Yamane

C. Harris

assist: M. Garcia

70′

⚽

77′

▲ M. Reus▼ Matheus Nascimento

79′Gabriel Pec

▲ J. Davis▼ J. Reynolds

81′

⚽

89′

Gabriel Pec

assist: J. Haak

▲ D. Joveljic▼ S. Suleymanov

90+2′

Full Time

Match Statistics

7Shots on Goal7

5Shots off Goal7

15Total Shots18

3Blocked Shots4

11Shots insidebox12

4Shots outsidebox6

19Fouls6

4Corner Kicks8

3Offsides2

40%Ball Possession60%

1Yellow Cards2

0Red Cards0

6Goalkeeper Saves4

361Total passes534

289Passes accurate462

80%Passes %87%

2.14expected_goals1.02

-0.22goals_prevented-0.22

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Sporting Kansas City is 6.69, compared to 6.89 for Los Angeles Galaxy. 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 S. Cleveland (7.15), while Los Angeles Galaxy's best-rated player is Gabriel Pec (7.25).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Sporting Kansas City have contributed 9 goals and 5 assists this season, led by D. Joveljic (6G). Los Angeles Galaxy's starters account for 13 goals and 13 assists, spearheaded by Gabriel Pec (5G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Sporting Kansas City deploy 4 defenders rated 6.46 on average, against Los Angeles Galaxy's 4-man backline averaging 6.65. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Sporting Kansas City field 4 midfielders averaging 6.81, versus Los Angeles Galaxy's 5 rated 6.95. 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.

Forward Threat

Sporting Kansas City start 2 forward(s) averaging 6.71, compared to 1 for Los Angeles Galaxy averaging 7.24. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 79% for Sporting Kansas City and 83% for Los Angeles Galaxy. 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 12 yellow cards this season, compared to 23 for Los Angeles Galaxy. 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 24.4 (youngest: I. James (17), oldest: S. Cleveland (31)), while Los Angeles Galaxy average 25.9 (youngest: H. Miller (18), oldest: M. Reus (36)). 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 9 league appearances each, versus 12 for Los Angeles Galaxy. 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 City4-4-24-2-3-1Los Angeles Galaxy

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Substitutes

Coach: Raphael Wicky

Substitutes

Coach: Greg Vanney

Sporting Kansas CityPosition StrengthLos Angeles Galaxy

6.69

Avg Rating

6.89

7.15Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.17

0G 0A0G 0A

6.46Defender (4 v 4)6.65

0G 1A0G 1A

6.81Midfielder (4 v 5)6.95

3G 3A11G 10A

6.71Forward (2 v 1)7.24

6G 1A2G 2A

Sporting Kansas City4-4-2

30GoalkeeperS. Cleveland7.2

8DefenderJ. Davis6.51A

2DefenderI. James6.4

28DefenderW. Meyer6.6

99DefenderJ. Reid6.4

7MidfielderCapita6.81G

4MidfielderL. Johnsen7.01G

22MidfielderZ. Bassong6.5

11MidfielderC. Harris6.91G3A

19ForwardT. Calheira6.5

9ForwardD. Joveljic6.96G1A

Los Angeles Galaxy4-2-3-1

12GoalkeeperJ. Marcinkowski7.2

19DefenderM. Cuevas6.6

5DefenderJ. Glesnes6.9

25DefenderC. Garces6.71A

14DefenderJ. Nelson6.5

8MidfielderL. Sanabria6.82G1A

6MidfielderE. Cerrillo7.0

11MidfielderGabriel Pec7.35G4A

18MidfielderM. Reus6.94G5A

26MidfielderH. Miller6.8

28ForwardJ. Paintsil7.22G2A

Match Summary

Sporting Kansas City defeated Los Angeles Galaxy 3:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2026. Goals were scored by Capita 32′, D. Joveljic 45′, C. Harris 70′, Gabriel Pec 89′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Sporting Kansas City had 40% possession while Los Angeles Galaxy held 60%. Sporting Kansas City had 15 shots (7 on target) compared to 18 (7 on target) for Los Angeles Galaxy. Expected goals: Sporting Kansas City 2.14 — Los Angeles Galaxy 1.02. Sporting Kansas City made 5 substitutions, Los Angeles Galaxy made 5.

Rivalry since 2012