Major League Soccer· Season 2025
Match Summary
San Jose Earthquakes defeated Sporting Kansas City 2:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by C. Arango 3′, J. Martinez 19′, D. Joveljic 27′ (pen.). 6 yellow cards were shown, 1 red card. Sporting Kansas City had 68% possession while San Jose Earthquakes held 32%. Sporting Kansas City had 15 shots (3 on target) compared to 7 (5 on target) for San Jose Earthquakes. Expected goals: Sporting Kansas City 1.74 — San Jose Earthquakes 1.61. Sporting Kansas City made 5 substitutions, San Jose Earthquakes made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Sporting Kansas City and San Jose Earthquakes — 3 goals and 7 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
Match Statistics
Sporting Kansas City had 68% possession against San Jose Earthquakes's 32%. Sporting Kansas City registered 15 shots (3 on target) while San Jose Earthquakes managed 7 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 6–2. Fouls committed: 14–15.
Lineups
Sporting Kansas City lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under Kerry Zavagnin, while San Jose Earthquakes deployed a 3-5-2 under Bruce Arena.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Sporting Kansas City is 6.67, compared to 7.04 for San Jose Earthquakes. 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 M. Garcia (7.00), while San Jose Earthquakes's best-rated player is Daniel (7.41).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Sporting Kansas City have contributed 9 goals and 6 assists this season, led by D. Joveljic (6G). San Jose Earthquakes's starters account for 3 goals and 5 assists, spearheaded by B. Leroux (2G). 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 6.44 on average, against San Jose Earthquakes's 3-man backline averaging 6.79. 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 3 midfielders averaging 6.74, versus San Jose Earthquakes's 5 rated 6.99. 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 3 forward(s) averaging 6.82, compared to 2 for San Jose Earthquakes averaging —. 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 80% for Sporting Kansas City and 79% for San Jose Earthquakes. 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 10 yellow cards this season, compared to 7 for San Jose Earthquakes. 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 24.6 (youngest: J. Bartlett (20), oldest: M. Garcia (27)), while San Jose Earthquakes average 27.8 (youngest: B. Leroux (22), oldest: D. Romney (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
Sporting Kansas City's starters average 11 league appearances each, versus 13 for San Jose Earthquakes. 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
Coach: Kerry Zavagnin
Substitutes
Coach: Bruce Arena
Rivalry since 2012
Sporting Kansas City vs San Jose Earthquakes Head to Head Results· 25
Sporting Kansas City and San Jose Earthquakes have met 25 times — Sporting Kansas City won 14, San Jose Earthquakes won 8, with 3 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2012. Sporting Kansas City leads the head-to-head with 14 victories from 25 meetings. A combined 75 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (39 for the home side, 36 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 14 matches (56%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 16 games (64%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–5 in 2025.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Sporting Kansas City have recorded 2 wins, 1 draw and 3 defeats. San Jose Earthquakes show 1 win, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026