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Toluca 2-1 Sporting Kansas City


Leagues Cup Group Stage - 3
Children's Mercy Park

40'
J. Angulo
45+1'
S. Afrifa
J. Russell
45+3'
T. Leibold
66'
M. Araujo
B. A. Garcia Caprizo
79'
D. Rosero
89'
P. Vermes
90+3'
J. Meneses

Pre-game odds

1 X 2
Odds
2.15
3.70
3.00
Prob.
46.5%
27%
33.3%

Key points

• Toluca has scored 12 goals in their last 6 matches, averaging 2 goals per game.
• Toluca is on a three-game unbeaten streak in Liga MX, with two consecutive wins.
• Sporting Kansas City has a goal difference of +3 and has shown positive momentum.
• Sporting Kansas City has a poor away form with five losses in their last 6 matches.
• Both teams have been conceding goals, with Sporting Kansas City averaging 1.33 goals per game and Toluca conceding 1.17 goals per game.
• Toluca has won their last 3 home matches, scoring 11 goals in total.

Current streaks

Toluca

Wins
1
Since a win
0
Losses
0
Since a loss
6
Clean sheets
0
Since a clean sheet
2

Sporting Kansas City

Wins
1
Since a win
0
Losses
0
Since a loss
2
Clean sheets
0
Since a clean sheet
7

Recent form

Toluca

Toluca's recent form shows a strong offensive performance, with an impressive 12 goals scored in their last 6 matches, averaging 2 goals per game. They are currently on a three-game unbeaten streak in Liga MX, including two consecutive wins against Mazatlán and FC Juarez. Notably, their last three matches have all been high-scoring affairs, with over 2.5 goals in each game. The team has demonstrated resilience, bouncing back from a CONCACAF Champions League loss to CS Herediano with a solid run in domestic competitions. Their defensive record is decent, maintaining two clean sheets in the last six games, although they've conceded an average of 1.17 goals per game. The 3-0 victory against Mazatlán stands out as their most dominant performance in this stretch, showcasing their potential for both offensive prowess and defensive solidity.

Sporting Kansas City

Sporting Kansas City has shown impressive form in their recent matches, with a notable streak of three consecutive wins across all competitions before their most recent draw and loss. Their offensive prowess is evident, scoring an average of 1.83 goals per game in their last six matches, with a particularly high-scoring encounter against FC Dallas (3-2 victory) in Major League Soccer. Defensively, they've been somewhat vulnerable, conceding in all six games and allowing an average of 1.33 goals per match. The team's matches have been exciting for spectators, with both teams scoring in 100% of the games and 83% of matches featuring over 2.5 goals. Despite the recent setback against Vancouver, Sporting Kansas City's overall positive momentum is reflected in their goal difference of +3 and their success in various competitions, including the US Open Cup and Leagues Cup.

Toluca

Last 6
LDWWDW
Results
W3 D2 L1
Goals scored
12
Per game
2
Goals against
7
Per game
1.2
Goal difference
+5
Clean sheets
2
Total goals avg
3.17
Both teams scored
67%
Under 2.5
33%
Over 2.5
67%
· Leagues Cup
Toluca
3 - 1
Chicago Fire
· Liga MX
Cruz Azul
1 - 1
Toluca
· Liga MX
Toluca
3 - 0
Mazatlán
· Liga MX
Toluca
3 - 2
FC Juarez
· Liga MX
Guadalajara Chivas
0 - 0
Toluca
· CONCACAF Champions League
Toluca
2 - 3
CS Herediano

Sporting Kansas City

Last 6
WWWLDW
Results
W4 D1 L1
Goals scored
11
Per game
1.8
Goals against
8
Per game
1.3
Goal difference
+3
Clean sheets
0
Total goals avg
3.17
Both teams scored
100%
Under 2.5
17%
Over 2.5
83%
· Leagues Cup
Sporting Kansas City
2 - 1
Chicago Fire
· Major League Soccer
Sporting Kansas City
1 - 1
St. Louis CITY
· Major League Soccer
Vancouver Whitecaps
2 - 1
Sporting Kansas City
· Major League Soccer
San Jose Earthquakes
1 - 2
Sporting Kansas City
· US Open Cup
Sporting Kansas City
2 - 1
FC Dallas
· Major League Soccer
Sporting Kansas City
3 - 2
FC Dallas

Recent home/away form

Toluca

Toluca's recent home form has shown a remarkable turnaround, with the team currently on a three-game winning streak after a period of inconsistency. Their last three matches have all been high-scoring affairs, with Toluca netting three goals in each game. The team has demonstrated an impressive offensive output, scoring 11 goals in their last 6 home games (1.83 goals per game), while their defense has improved, keeping two clean sheets. Notably, 67% of these games have seen over 2.5 goals, indicating exciting, high-scoring encounters for the fans. The 3-2 victory against FC Juarez stands out as a particularly thrilling match. Despite a challenging period earlier in the year with consecutive losses, Toluca's current form suggests they've found their rhythm at home, making them a formidable opponent in their own stadium.

Sporting Kansas City

Sporting Kansas City's recent away form has been notably poor, with five losses in their last six matches. They're currently on a four-game losing streak on the road, indicating significant struggles away from home. The team has been involved in high-scoring affairs, with all six games featuring over 2.5 goals and both teams scoring in 83% of the matches. Their defensive record is particularly concerning, conceding an average of 2.67 goals per game and failing to keep a single clean sheet. Two standout high-scoring games were the 4-0 loss to Columbus Crew and the 4-2 defeat against LA Galaxy. Despite these defensive woes, Sporting Kansas City has managed to find the net consistently, scoring in five out of six games, though it hasn't been enough to overcome their defensive vulnerabilities.

Toluca

Last 6
LDLWWW
Results
W3 D1 L2
Goals scored
11
Per game
1.8
Goals against
7
Per game
1.2
Goal difference
+4
Clean sheets
2
Total goals avg
3
Both teams scored
50%
Under 2.5
33%
Over 2.5
67%
· Leagues Cup
Toluca
3 - 1
Chicago Fire
· Liga MX
Toluca
3 - 0
Mazatlán
· Liga MX
Toluca
3 - 2
FC Juarez
· Liga MX
Toluca
0 - 0
Guadalajara Chivas
· Liga MX
Toluca
0 - 1
Cruz Azul
· CONCACAF Champions League
Toluca
2 - 3
CS Herediano

Sporting Kansas City

Last 6
LLLLWL
Results
W1 D0 L5
Goals scored
7
Per game
1.2
Goals against
16
Per game
2.7
Goal difference
-9
Clean sheets
0
Total goals avg
3.83
Both teams scored
83%
Under 2.5
0%
Over 2.5
100%
· Major League Soccer
Vancouver Whitecaps
2 - 1
Sporting Kansas City
· Major League Soccer
San Jose Earthquakes
1 - 2
Sporting Kansas City
· Major League Soccer
Colorado Rapids
2 - 1
Sporting Kansas City
· Major League Soccer
Columbus Crew
4 - 0
Sporting Kansas City
· Major League Soccer
LA Galaxy
4 - 2
Sporting Kansas City
· Major League Soccer
Minnesota United
3 - 1
Sporting Kansas City
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