Major League Soccer· Season 2025
Match Summary
FC Dallas defeated Sporting Kansas City 2:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by D. Salloi 32′, L. Acosta 37′, Leo Chu 39′. 3 yellow cards were shown. FC Dallas had 37% possession while Sporting Kansas City held 63%. FC Dallas had 7 shots (2 on target) compared to 13 (5 on target) for Sporting Kansas City. Expected goals: FC Dallas 1.36 — Sporting Kansas City 0.78. FC Dallas made 5 substitutions, Sporting Kansas City made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between FC Dallas and Sporting Kansas City — 3 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: S. Suleymanov
Match Statistics
FC Dallas had 37% possession against Sporting Kansas City's 63%. FC Dallas registered 7 shots (2 on target) while Sporting Kansas City managed 13 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 2–7. Fouls committed: 12–12.
Lineups
FC Dallas lined up in a 4-3-2-1 formation under Eric Quill, while Sporting Kansas City deployed a 4-3-3 under Kerry Zavagnin.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for FC Dallas is 6.89, compared to 6.69 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. FC Dallas's highest-rated starter is P. Musa (7.40), while Sporting Kansas City's best-rated player is M. Garcia (7.00).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of FC Dallas have contributed 16 goals and 6 assists this season, led by P. Musa (12G). Sporting Kansas City's starters account for 9 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
FC Dallas deploy 4 defenders rated 6.80 on average, against Sporting Kansas City's 4-man backline averaging 6.74. 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
FC Dallas field 5 midfielders averaging 6.81, versus Sporting Kansas City's 3 rated 6.69. 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
FC Dallas start 1 forward(s) averaging 7.40, compared to 3 for Sporting Kansas City averaging 6.82. 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 FC Dallas and 80% 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
FC Dallas's starters have collected 16 yellow cards this season, compared to 10 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 FC Dallas's starting XI is 26.9 (youngest: N. Norris (20), oldest: S. Ibeagha (33)), while Sporting Kansas City average 24.1 (youngest: J. Bartlett (20), 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
FC Dallas's starters average 13 league appearances each, versus 12 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: Eric Quill
Substitutes
Coach: Kerry Zavagnin
Rivalry since 2012
FC Dallas vs Sporting Kansas City Head to Head Results· 31
FC Dallas and Sporting Kansas City have met 31 times — FC Dallas won 13, Sporting Kansas City won 12, with 6 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2012. FC Dallas leads the head-to-head with 13 victories from 31 meetings. A combined 106 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.42 per match (51 for the home side, 55 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 21 matches (68%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 22 games (71%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 6–2 in 2015.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, FC Dallas have recorded 4 wins, 0 draws and 2 defeats. 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