Major League Soccer· Season 2025
Match Summary
San Diego defeated Houston Dynamo 4:2. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by Felipe Andrade 15′, A. Dreyer 53′ (pen.), L. de la Torre 85′, Sergio Santos 87′, A. Dreyer 89′, A. Pellegrino 90′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Houston Dynamo had 34% possession while San Diego held 66%. Houston Dynamo had 17 shots (5 on target) compared to 16 (6 on target) for San Diego. Expected goals: Houston Dynamo 2.32 — San Diego 2.31. Houston Dynamo made 4 substitutions, San Diego made 6. VAR was involved: Penalty cancelled (Anders Dreyer 50′).
Match Events
Key match events between Houston Dynamo and San Diego — 6 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Junior Urso
Penalty
assist: L. Ennali
assist: A. Pellegrino
assist: J. Tverskov
Match Statistics
Houston Dynamo had 34% possession against San Diego's 66%. Houston Dynamo registered 17 shots (5 on target) while San Diego managed 16 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 1–7. Fouls committed: 19–17.
Lineups
Houston Dynamo lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under Juan Francisco Guerra Piñero, while San Diego deployed a 4-3-3 under Michael Anthony Varas.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Houston Dynamo is 6.70, compared to 7.15 for San Diego. 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 L. Ennali (6.89), while San Diego's best-rated player is A. Dreyer (7.62).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Houston Dynamo have contributed 4 goals and 4 assists this season, led by L. Ennali (3G). San Diego's starters account for 10 goals and 12 assists, spearheaded by A. Dreyer (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 6.73 on average, against San Diego's 4-man backline averaging 6.90. 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 4 midfielders averaging 6.74, versus San Diego's 3 rated 7.13. 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 2 forward(s) averaging 6.54, compared to 3 for San Diego averaging 7.62. 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 89% for San Diego. 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 13 yellow cards this season, compared to 9 for San Diego. 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 28.1 (youngest: Felipe Andrade (23), oldest: J. Bond (32)), while San Diego average 27.6 (youngest: M. Duah (20), oldest: A. Godoy (35)). 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 12 league appearances each, versus 12 for San Diego. 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: Michael Anthony Varas
Rivalry since 2025
Houston Dynamo vs San Diego Head to Head Results· 2
Houston Dynamo and San Diego have met 2 times — Houston Dynamo won 2, San Diego won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Houston Dynamo leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 8 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.00 per match (5 for the home side, 3 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 match (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 game (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–4 in 2025.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Houston Dynamo have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeat. San Diego show 1 win, 3 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026