Major League Soccer· Season 2025
Match Summary
Sporting Kansas City defeated Los Angeles Galaxy 1:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by M. Yoshida 13′ (o.g.). 3 yellow cards were shown. Sporting Kansas City had 29% possession while Los Angeles Galaxy held 71%. Sporting Kansas City had 0 shots (0 on target) compared to 11 (1 on target) for Los Angeles Galaxy. Expected goals: Sporting Kansas City 0.00 — Los Angeles Galaxy 1.39. Sporting Kansas City made 5 substitutions, Los Angeles Galaxy made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Sporting Kansas City and Los Angeles Galaxy — 1 goal and 3 cards recorded during the match.
Own Goal
Match Statistics
Sporting Kansas City had 29% possession against Los Angeles Galaxy's 71%. Sporting Kansas City registered 0 shots (0 on target) while Los Angeles Galaxy managed 11 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 1–12. Fouls committed: 7–8.
Lineups
Sporting Kansas City lined up in a 4-1-4-1 formation under Kerry Zavagnin, while Los Angeles Galaxy deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Gregory Dean Vanney.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Sporting Kansas City is 6.73, compared to 6.82 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 M. Garcia (7.00), while Los Angeles Galaxy's best-rated player is J. Paintsil (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 6.74 on average, against Los Angeles Galaxy's 4-man backline averaging 6.67. 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 5 midfielders averaging 6.79, versus Los Angeles Galaxy's 5 rated 7.11. 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 1 forward(s) averaging 6.91, compared to 1 for Los Angeles Galaxy averaging 6.30. 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 85% 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 7 yellow cards this season, compared to 12 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 24.3 (youngest: J. Bartlett (20), oldest: M. Garcia (27)), while Los Angeles Galaxy average 29.7 (youngest: C. Garces (24), oldest: M. Yoshida (37)). 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 12 league appearances each, versus 11 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.
Substitutes
Coach: Kerry Zavagnin
Substitutes
Coach: Gregory Dean Vanney
Rivalry since 2012
Sporting Kansas City vs Los Angeles Galaxy Head to Head Results· 25
Sporting Kansas City and Los Angeles Galaxy have met 25 times — Sporting Kansas City won 11, Los Angeles Galaxy won 7, with 7 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2012. Sporting Kansas City leads the head-to-head with 11 victories from 25 meetings. A combined 80 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.20 per match (40 for the home side, 40 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 17 matches (68%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 15 games (60%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 7–2 in 2019.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Sporting Kansas City have recorded 2 wins, 1 draw and 3 defeats. Los Angeles Galaxy show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026