Major League Soccer· Season 2025
Match Summary
DC United defeated Sporting Kansas City 2:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by E. Thommy 53′, C. Benteke 60′ (pen.), H. Kijima 68′. 10 yellow cards were shown. DC United had 44% possession while Sporting Kansas City held 56%. DC United had 11 shots (4 on target) compared to 7 (1 on target) for Sporting Kansas City. Expected goals: DC United 1.85 — Sporting Kansas City 0.45. DC United made 5 substitutions, Sporting Kansas City made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between DC United and Sporting Kansas City — 3 goals and 10 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
Match Statistics
DC United had 44% possession against Sporting Kansas City's 56%. DC United registered 11 shots (4 on target) while Sporting Kansas City managed 7 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 6–1. Fouls committed: 19–13.
Lineups
DC United lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under René Weiler, while Sporting Kansas City deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Kerry Zavagnin.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for DC United is 6.65, compared to 6.67 for Sporting Kansas City. 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. DC United's highest-rated starter is K. Rowles (6.86), while Sporting Kansas City's best-rated player is M. Garcia (7.00).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of DC United have contributed 5 goals and 3 assists this season, led by L. Bartlett (2G). Sporting Kansas City's starters account for 8 goals and 6 assists, spearheaded by D. Joveljic (6G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
DC United deploy 4 defenders rated 6.73 on average, against Sporting Kansas City's 4-man backline averaging 6.44. 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
DC United field 5 midfielders averaging 6.59, versus Sporting Kansas City's 5 rated 6.77. 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
DC United start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Sporting Kansas City averaging 6.91. 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 75% for DC United and 78% for Sporting Kansas City. 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
DC United's starters have collected 13 yellow cards this season, compared to 8 for Sporting Kansas City. 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 DC United's starting XI is 25.9 (youngest: H. Kijima (23), oldest: J. Stroud (29)), while Sporting Kansas City average 25.3 (youngest: J. Davis (23), oldest: M. Garcia (27)). 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
DC United's starters average 10 league appearances each, versus 11 for Sporting Kansas City. 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: René Weiler
Substitutes
Coach: Kerry Zavagnin
Rivalry since 2012
DC United vs Sporting Kansas City Head to Head Results· 14
DC United and Sporting Kansas City have met 14 times — DC United won 4, Sporting Kansas City won 6, with 4 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2012. Sporting Kansas City leads the head-to-head with 6 victories from 14 meetings. A combined 20 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.43 per match (9 for the home side, 11 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 3 matches (21%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 3 games (21%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–0 in 2022.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, DC United have recorded 2 wins, 3 draws and 1 defeat. Sporting Kansas City show 2 wins, 1 draw 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