FC Dallas will host Sporting Kansas City at Toyota Stadium on the final day of the regular MLS season. Although the Toros missed out on a playoff spot, they will be eager to finish the season on a positive note with a win in front of their home fans. Despite the absence of experienced midfielder Asier Illarramendi due to suspension and injuries to Fraser, Geovane Jesus, and Pomykal, Dallas will look to build on their past success against Sporting KC.
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Sporting Kansas City, meanwhile, have had a disappointing season and find themselves at the bottom of the table with just 31 points. With a poor run of form leading into the season finale, it will be a tough task for them to get a result against a Dallas side looking to end on a high. The Wizards will also be without key players like Nemanja Radoja, Daniel Rosero, and Andreu Fontas due to injuries. The last time these two sides met at Toyota Stadium, Dallas emerged victorious with a 2-1 win, a result they’ll be hoping to replicate. The match is scheduled for October 20, 2024, at 02:00.
Dallas vs Sporting KC: Important H2H Stats
As FC Dallas prepare to face Sporting Kansas City at Toyota Stadium, here are the key head-to-head (H2H) stats and performance insights ahead of this final regular-season MLS encounter:
- Recent H2H Encounter: The last meeting between these two teams was on July 11, 2024, with Sporting KC securing a 2-1 victory at home. Dallas will be looking to reverse that result on their home turf.
- Current League Positions: Neither team has had a successful season, with Dallas missing out on a playoff spot and Sporting KC stuck at the bottom of the table with only 31 points.
- Key Players:
- Dallas: Sebastian Lletget has been a crucial playmaker for Dallas this season, leading the team with 7 assists. His creativity will be key if Dallas are to break down Sporting KC’s defense.
- Sporting KC: William Agade is the top scorer for Sporting KC with 9 goals. Dallas will need to keep a close eye on him to avoid any defensive lapses.
- Disciplinary Concerns:
- Dallas: Sebastien Ibeagha has accumulated 9 yellow cards, making him a potential liability if discipline becomes an issue during the match.
- Sporting KC: Jacob Davis has the worst disciplinary record for Sporting KC with 10 cards this season, so his aggressive play will need to be managed carefully.
- Scoring and Conceding Patterns:
- Dallas: The Toros are most effective late in matches, scoring 21.2% of their goals between 75-90 minutes. They may look to capitalize on this if the game remains close towards the end.
- Sporting KC: Sporting KC are most vulnerable in the 60-75 minute window, conceding 26% of their goals during this period. Dallas could exploit this weakness, especially if they build momentum in the second half.
- Possession and Corners:
- Possession Stats: Sporting KC have a slight edge in possession, averaging 50.85% compared to Dallas’ 48.70%, indicating that KC may look to control the tempo.
- Corners: Sporting KC also generate more set-piece opportunities, averaging 5.45 corners per match compared to Dallas’ 3.79, which could be a crucial factor in the game.
- Both Teams to Score (BTTS) Stats: Dallas have seen BTTS in 72.73% of their matches this season, while Sporting KC have BTTS in 75.76%, suggesting a high possibility of goals at both ends in this fixture.
These H2H stats highlight key trends and areas of focus for both teams. With Dallas’ late scoring ability and Sporting KC’s defensive vulnerabilities in the second half, the game could be decided by who capitalizes on crucial moments.
Dallas Vs Sporting KC Season Stats
| Performance Summary | Dallas | Sporting KC |
|---|---|---|
| Total Wins | 10 | 8 |
| Home Wins | 9 | 6 |
| Away Wins | 1 | 2 |
| Total Draws | 8 | 7 |
| Home Draws | 2 | 4 |
| Away Draws | 6 | 3 |
| Total Lost | 15 | 18 |
| Home Losses | 5 | 7 |
| Away Losses | 10 | 11 |
| Total Goals For | 52 | 50 |
| Home Goals For | 32 | 33 |
| Away Goals For | 20 | 17 |
| Total Goals Against | 55 | 64 |
| Home Goals Against | 24 | 32 |
| Away Goals Against | 31 | 32 |
| Total Clean Sheet | 7 | 3 |
| Home Clean Sheet | 4 | 2 |
| Away Clean Sheet | 3 | 1 |
| Total Failed To Score | 6 | 6 |
| Home Failed To Score | 2 | 2 |
| Away Failed To Score | 4 | 4 |
| Total Av Goals Scored | 1.58 | 1.52 |
| Home Av Goals Scored | 2 | 1.94 |
| Away Av Goals Scored | 1.18 | 1.06 |
| Total Av Goals Conceded | 1.67 | 1.94 |
| Home Av Goals Conceded | 1.5 | 1.88 |
| Away Av Goals Conceded | 1.82 | 2 |
| Total 1st Goal Scored | 43m | 42m |
| Home 1st Goal Scored | 33m | 31m |
| Away 1st Goal Scored | 54m | 56m |
| Total 1st Goal Conceded | 34m | 47m |
| Home 1st Goal Conceded | 34m | 51m |
| Away 1st Goal Conceded | 35m | 43m |
| Goals Scoring Minutes | Dallas | Sporting KC |
|---|---|---|
| 0-15 | 5 (9.6%) | 4 (8%) |
| 15-30 | 8 (15.4%) | 9 (18%) |
| 30-45 | 8 (15.4%) | 6 (12%) |
| 45-60 | 10 (19.2%) | 8 (16%) |
| 60-75 | 10 (19.2%) | 13 (26%) |
| 75-90 | 11 (21.2%) | 10 (20%) |
| Goals Conceded Minutes | Dallas | Sporting KC |
|---|---|---|
| 0-15 | 9 (16.4%) | 5 (7.8%) |
| 15-30 | 8 (14.5%) | 5 (7.8%) |
| 30-45 | 6 (10.9%) | 15 (23.4%) |
| 45-60 | 10 (18.2%) | 6 (9.4%) |
| 60-75 | 8 (14.5%) | 16 (25%) |
| 75-90 | 14 (25.5%) | 17 (26.6%) |
| Combined Match Stats | Dallas | Sporting KC |
|---|---|---|
| Attacks | 2852 | 3486 |
| Dangerous Attacks | 1139 | 1685 |
| Av Possession Percent | 48.70 | 50.85 |
| Fouls | 395 | 396 |
| Av Fouls Per Game | 11.97 | 12.00 |
| Offside | 61 | 52 |
| Red Cards | 1 | 3 |
| Yellow Cards | 73 | 65 |
| Shots Blocked | 96 | 139 |
| Shots Off Target | 175 | 183 |
| Av Shots Off Target | 5.30 | 5.55 |
| Shots On Target | 153 | 144 |
| Av Shots On Target | 4.64 | 4.36 |
| Total Corners | 125 | 180 |
| Av Corners | 3.79 | 5.45 |
| BTTS | 72.73 | 75.76 |
| Av Player Rating Per Match | 6.85 | 6.81 |
| Tackles | 471 | 555 |
| Total Match Goals Percentages | Dallas | Sporting KC | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home | Away | Home | Away | |
| Over 0.5 | 93.75 | 82.35 | 100 | 93.75 |
| Over 1.5 | 87.5 | 76.47 | 100 | 87.5 |
| Over 2.5 | 68.75 | 58.82 | 76.47 | 68.75 |
| Over 3.5 | 50 | 41.18 | 41.18 | 37.5 |
| Over 4.5 | 25 | 29.41 | 41.18 | 12.5 |
| Over 5.5 | 12.5 | 5.88 | 17.65 | 6.25 |
| Under 0.5 | 6.25 | 17.65 | 0 | 6.25 |
| Under 1.5 | 12.5 | 23.53 | 0 | 12.5 |
| Under 2.5 | 31.25 | 41.18 | 23.53 | 31.25 |
| Under 3.5 | 50 | 58.82 | 58.82 | 62.5 |
| Under 4.5 | 75 | 70.59 | 58.82 | 87.5 |
| Under 5.5 | 87.5 | 94.12 | 82.35 | 93.75 |
Dallas vs Sporting KC Prediction
Based on current form and key stats, FC Dallas head into this match as slight favorites, particularly with home advantage on their side. Although they have missed out on the playoffs, Dallas will be motivated to finish the season on a high note in front of their fans. Sebastian Lletget’s playmaking ability, with 7 assists this season, will be key in unlocking Sporting KC’s defense. Additionally, Dallas’ tendency to score late in matches (21.2% of their goals between 75-90 minutes) could play a decisive role if the match is tightly contested heading into the final stages.
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Sporting Kansas City have endured a tough season, sitting at the bottom of the table. With a three-game losing streak and numerous injuries, they are unlikely to turn things around against a Dallas side eager to end on a positive note. Although William Agade, their top scorer with 9 goals, remains a threat, Sporting KC’s defensive struggles, particularly between 60-75 minutes (26% of their goals conceded), could prove costly.
Both teams have shown a high BTTS rate (Dallas at 72.73% and Sporting KC at 75.76%), suggesting that both sides are likely to score. However, Dallas’ motivation to end the season strong and Sporting KC’s lack of form make the home side the more likely winners.
Predicted Scoreline: Dallas 2-1 Sporting KC
Expect a competitive match with both teams finding the net, but Dallas’ stronger home form and late-game scoring ability should see them edge out Sporting KC. The Toros should be able to finish their season on a high with a narrow victory.