St. Louis City vs Sporting Kansas City – Match Preview

The vibrant CityPark is set to host a thrilling match on Saturday, September 29th at 00:30 GMT. St. Louis City will face Sporting Kansas City in the Major League Soccer’s opening round. Both teams are eager to move up from the lower tier of the table. They are tied with 31 points each, St. Louis at 26th and Sporting Kansas at 25th. This match is a golden opportunity for both sides to gain momentum. A victory could provide the boost they need in their campaigns.

St. Louis City – Form

St. Louis City’s recent performances have been inconsistent. They clinched a 2-1 victory against San Jose Earthquakes on September 22nd. This win defied the expectations of a draw. However, their home game on September 15th ended in a 1-3 loss to Minnesota United. Cedric Teuchert scored early, but it wasn’t enough. Their away match on September 7th against New England Revolution ended in a 2-2 draw. Henry Kessler and Simon Becher scored, continuing their 17-match winless streak on the road.

Sporting Kansas City – Form

Sporting Kansas City’s recent form has also been inconsistent. Their last game on September 22nd ended in a 0-2 defeat to Minnesota United. This result was unexpected. Before that, they lost 2-0 to Seattle Sounders FC. Jackson Ragen and Paul Rothrock scored for the Sounders. They did manage to secure a point in a 1-1 draw against New York Red Bulls. This match broke their streak of away matches with over 2.5 goals.

St. Louis City – Sporting Kansas City – Head to Head

The last match between these two teams ended in a 1:1 draw on July 21, 2024. In their last 7 matches, Sporting Kansas City has won 3 times. St. Louis City has won twice, and 2 matches ended in draws. This shows a closely matched rivalry. Both teams have scored in their last 6 consecutive matches. St. Louis City has scored in each of the last 7 matches against Sporting Kansas City. However, they haven’t won in the last 4 meetings. They are keen to change this in front of their home crowd at CityPark.

St. Louis City – Sporting Kansas City – Standings

Both teams are in a challenging position as they prepare for this match. St. Louis City is ranked 26th with 31 points after 30 matches. Sporting Kansas City is slightly ahead in 25th place, with 31 points from an extra match. Both teams have underperformed according to pre-season expectations. This match is crucial for sparking a late resurgence. The standings suggest a close match, with St. Louis City slightly favored due to home advantage.

St. Louis City vs Sporting Kansas City – Top scorers

Joao Klauss leads the attack for the home team with 5 goals this season. Cedric Teuchert and Eduard Loewen are close behind, each with 4 goals. Noekkvi Thorisson also has 4 goals, adding depth to their offense. Celio Pompeu has contributed 3 goals. The away team’s attack is led by William Agada, with 9 goals. Erik Thommy and Alan Pulido each have 7 goals, posing a threat to the home defense. Johnny Russell has scored 4 times, while Remi Walter has added 3 goals from midfield.

St. Louis City vs Sporting Kansas City – Full-Time Betting

Bookmakers favor a home win at odds of 1.80. Sporting Kansas City is priced at 3.90 for an away win, with a draw at 4.00. St. Louis City’s recent win against San Jose Earthquakes could tip the scales in their favor. Sporting Kansas City has a narrow lead in their last 7 encounters, with 3 wins. Injury and suspension information could influence the odds. However, St. Louis City might have the upper hand.

Alternative betting markets offer interesting options. The “halftime-fulltime” bet on Sporting Kansas City leading at halftime but St. Louis City winning at full-time offers intriguing odds. The “draw-no-bet” option for St. Louis City at 1.364 provides a safety net. The “double-chance” market for either team to win or draw at 1.25 could appeal to conservative bettors.

St. Louis City vs Sporting Kansas City – Over/Under Betting

The “Over 2.5” option is priced at 1.44, while “Under 2.5” is at 2.70. Both teams have allowed a significant number of goals this season. The head-to-head statistics suggest a high-scoring game. The “Over 2.5” option at 1.44 could attract bettors. Meanwhile, the “Under 2.5” option at 2.70 might appeal to those seeking higher rewards.

St. Louis City vs Sporting Kansas City – BTTS Betting

The “BTTS: Yes” option is priced at 1.444. This reflects the trend of both teams scoring in their recent encounters. St. Louis City’s last 5 matches saw both teams score in 3 games. Sporting Kansas City shows a similar pattern. Given the offensive and defensive records, “BTTS: Yes” at 1.444 seems a likely outcome for bettors.

St. Louis City vs Sporting Kansas City – Prediction