Major League Soccer· Season 2025
Match Summary
Sporting Kansas City defeated Houston Dynamo 3:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by S. Kowalczyk 13′, D. Joveljic 45′, D. Joveljic 52′, S. Munoz 88′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Houston Dynamo had 58% possession while Sporting Kansas City held 42%. Houston Dynamo had 22 shots (9 on target) compared to 13 (4 on target) for Sporting Kansas City. Expected goals: Houston Dynamo 2.96 — Sporting Kansas City 1.12. Houston Dynamo made 5 substitutions, Sporting Kansas City made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Houston Dynamo and Sporting Kansas City — 4 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: O. Lingr
Match Statistics
Houston Dynamo had 58% possession against Sporting Kansas City's 42%. Houston Dynamo registered 22 shots (9 on target) while Sporting Kansas City managed 13 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 6–7. Fouls committed: 14–9.
Lineups
Houston Dynamo lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Juan Francisco Guerra Piñero, while Sporting Kansas City deployed a 4-3-3 under Kerry Zavagnin.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Houston Dynamo is 6.77, compared to 6.71 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. Houston Dynamo's highest-rated starter is J. McGlynn (7.41), while Sporting Kansas City's best-rated player is M. Garcia (7.00).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Houston Dynamo have contributed 3 goals and 5 assists this season, led by J. McGlynn (2G). Sporting Kansas City's starters account for 8 goals and 4 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
Houston Dynamo deploy 4 defenders rated 6.58 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
Houston Dynamo field 5 midfielders averaging 6.93, versus Sporting Kansas City's 3 rated 6.74. 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
Houston Dynamo start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.40, compared to 3 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 84% for Houston Dynamo and 79% 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
Houston Dynamo's starters have collected 11 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 Houston Dynamo's starting XI is 26.8 (youngest: J. McGlynn (22), oldest: J. Bond (32)), while Sporting Kansas City average 24.3 (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
Houston Dynamo's starters average 11 league appearances each, versus 10 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: Juan Francisco Guerra Piñero
Substitutes
Coach: Kerry Zavagnin
Rivalry since 2012
Houston Dynamo vs Sporting Kansas City Head to Head Results· 44
Houston Dynamo and Sporting Kansas City have met 44 times — Houston Dynamo won 14, Sporting Kansas City won 16, with 14 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2012. Sporting Kansas City leads the head-to-head with 16 victories from 44 meetings. A combined 114 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.59 per match (56 for the home side, 58 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 24 matches (55%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 20 games (45%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Houston Dynamo are currently unbeaten in the last 4 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–4 in 2015.
Recent Meetings
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In their last 6 matches, Houston Dynamo have recorded 3 wins, 2 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