Match Summary
Spokane Velocity defeated Richmond Kickers 1:0. The match was played in USL League One 2025. Goals were scored by A. Pelaez 44′. 3 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Spokane Velocity made 5 substitutions, Richmond Kickers made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Spokane Velocity and Richmond Kickers — 1 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
Lineups
Spokane Velocity lined up in a — formation under Leigh Veidman, while Richmond Kickers deployed a — under Darren Sawatzky.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Spokane Velocity is 6.97, compared to 6.75 for Richmond Kickers. 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. Spokane Velocity's highest-rated starter is A. Pelaez (7.04), while Richmond Kickers's best-rated player is J. Kirkland (7.07).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Spokane Velocity have contributed 8 goals and 3 assists this season, led by A. Pelaez (8G). Richmond Kickers's starters account for 9 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by J. Kirkland (7G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Midfield Control
Spokane Velocity field 11 midfielders averaging 6.97, versus Richmond Kickers's 11 rated 6.75. 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 83% for Spokane Velocity and 61% for Richmond Kickers. 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
Spokane Velocity's starters have collected 5 yellow cards this season, compared to 3 for Richmond Kickers. 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 Spokane Velocity's starting XI is 31.5 (youngest: A. Lewis (31), oldest: A. Pelaez (32)), while Richmond Kickers average 26.3 (youngest: J. Kanagwa (23), oldest: E. Terzaghi (32)). 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
Spokane Velocity's starters average 16 league appearances each, versus 11 for Richmond Kickers. 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
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Spokane Velocity have recorded 1 wins, 3 draws and 2 defeats. Richmond Kickers show 2 wins, 0 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Spokane Velocity and Richmond Kickers have met 1 times — Spokane Velocity won 1, Richmond Kickers won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Spokane Velocity leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 1 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.00 per match (1 for the home side, 0 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 0–1 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026