Explore MFF’s detailed preview for Sporting KC vs SJ Earthquakes in Major League Soccer. Stats, odds, predictions and line-ups for the 01:30 BST match. Explore MFF’s detailed preview for Sporting KC vs SJ Earthquakes in Major League Soccer. Stats, odds, predictions and line-ups for the 01:30 BST match.
Details of the match
- Team: Sporting KC vs SJ Earthquakes
- Date: Sunday, April 12, 2026
- Start: 01:30 BST
- Place: Misericordia Children’s Park
Our predictions for Sporting KC vs SJ Earthquakes
Match Prediction: Sporting KC 1-2 SJ Earthquakes
Sporting KC will be looking to bounce back from a disappointing run of results, but facing a confident SJ Earthquakes side will be no walk in the park. With Sporting KC’s recent defensive weaknesses, conceding multiple goals in their last outings, they will need to strengthen at the back. SJ Earthquakes, on the other hand, are riding a winning streak, and their solid defensive performances suggest they won’t be easy to break down. Sporting KC will be looking to bounce back from a disappointing run of results, but facing a confident SJ Earthquakes side will be no walk in the park. With Sporting KC’s recent defensive weaknesses, conceding multiple goals in their last outings, they will need to strengthen at the back. SJ Earthquakes, on the other hand, are riding a winning streak, and their solid defensive performances suggest they won’t be easy to break down.
Expect Sporting KC to come out with attacking intent, looking to exploit any gaps in the Earthquakes’ defense. However, SJ Earthquakes’ recent form suggests they have the upper hand, especially with their ability to grind out results away from home. This could be a closely contested game, but the Earthquakes may have enough to see them through. Expect Sporting KC to come out with attacking intent, looking to exploit any gaps in the Earthquakes’ defense. However, SJ Earthquakes’ recent form suggests they have the upper hand, especially with their ability to grind out results away from home. This could be a closely contested game, but the Earthquakes could have enough to pull through.
Forms guide and team overview
Sporting KC
Sporting KC’s recent form has been mixed, with just one win in their last five games. Their last outing saw them go down 1-3 to Real Salt Lake, highlighting ongoing defensive issues. Despite a spirited 2-1 win against LA Galaxy, their inability to maintain consistency has been their Achilles heel. This inconsistency could affect his confidence heading into the clash with SJ Earthquakes. Sporting KC’s recent form has been mixed, with just one win in their last five matches. Their last outing saw them go down 1-3 to Real Salt Lake, highlighting ongoing defensive issues. Despite a spirited 2-1 win against LA Galaxy, their inability to maintain consistency has been their Achilles heel. This inconsistency could affect his confidence heading into the clash with SJ Earthquakes.
Recent Major League Soccer Results:
- Defeat: 1-3 against Real Salt Lake (A)
- Loss: 1-4 vs. Colorado Rapids (H)
- Win: 2-1 vs LA Galaxy (A)
- Defeat: 0-1 vs. San Diego (H)
- Draw: 2-2 vs Columbus Crew (H)
SJ Earthquakes
SJ Earthquakes are on a good run of form, winning four of their last five matches. Their recent 3-0 win over San Diego showcased their offensive prowess and defensive solidity. With a string of clean sheets and narrow wins, they have shown their ability to control games and see results. This momentum will certainly boost their confidence when they face Sporting KC.SJ Earthquakes are on a fine run of form, winning four of their last five games. Their recent 3-0 win over San Diego showcased their offensive prowess and defensive solidity. With a string of clean sheets and narrow wins, they have shown their ability to control games and see results. This momentum will no doubt boost their confidence against Sporting KC.
Recent Major League Soccer Results:
- Win: 3-0 vs. San Diego (H)
- Win: 1-0 v Vancouver Whitecaps (A)
- Defeat: 0-1 vs. Seattle Sounders (H)
- Win: 1-0 against Philadelphia Union (A)
- Win: 2-0 vs. Atlanta United (H)
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The head-to-head record between these two teams has been fairly balanced, with both teams picking up wins in their recent encounters. Sporting KC secured a thrilling 5-3 victory in 2025, but SJ Earthquakes have had the upper hand in the most recent meeting, winning 3-0 in February 2026. Historically, the matches between these two have been closely contested, often high-scoring, suggesting another entertaining encounter could be a record-breaking head-to-head. with both teams securing victories in recent encounters. Sporting KC secured a thrilling 5-3 victory in 2025, but SJ Earthquakes have had the upper hand in the most recent meeting, winning 3-0 in February 2026. Historically, the matches between these two have been closely contested, often with plenty of goals, suggesting that another entertaining encounter could be in store.
Recent Major League Soccer results
- SJ Earthquakes 3-0 Sporting KC (February 22, 2026)
- SJ Earthquakes 3-5 Sporting KC (April 20, 2025)
- Sporting KC 1-2 SJ Earthquakes (March 2, 2025)
- SJ Earthquakes 1-2 Sporting KC (July 14, 2024)
- Sporting KC 2-1 SJ Earthquakes (March 17, 2024)
Team news and injury report
Sporting KC
- Jayden Reid (Ankle Injury)
SJ Earthquakes
- DeJuan Jones (Achilles tendon problems)
Alignments and tactical configuration
Sporting KC (3-4-3)
- Expected lineup: Pulskamp (GK), James (DF), Miller (DF), Bartlow (DF), Johnsen (MF), Davis (MF), Reynolds (MF), Suleymanov (MF), Garcia (AT), Joveljić (AT), Harris (AT). (MF), Suleymanov (MF), Garcia (AT), Joveljić (AT), Harris (AT)
Sporting KC are expected to line up in a 3-4-3 formation, aiming to take advantage of their attacking trio of Manu GarcÃa, Dejan Joveljić and Calvin Harris. The midfield, led by Lasse Berg Johnsen, will be crucial in switching from defense to attack, hoping to exploit any space left by the Earthquakes. Sporting KC are expected to line up in a 3-4-3 formation, aiming to take advantage of their attacking trio of Manu GarcÃa, Dejan Joveljić and Calvin Harris. The midfield, led by Lasse Berg Johnsen, will be crucial in the transition from defense to attack, hoping to exploit the spaces left by the Earthquakes.
SJ Earthquakes (4-2-3-1)
- Expected lineup: Daniel (GK), Ricketts (DF), Munie (DF), Roberts (DF), Kikanović (DF), Bouda (MF), Tsakiris (MF), Vieira (MF), Skahan (MF), Leroux (MF), Judd (AT) Expected lineup: Daniel (GK), Ricketts (DF), Munie (DF), Roberts (DF), Tsakiris (DF), Tsakandavić (DF), T. Vieira (MF), Skahan (MF), Leroux (MF), Judd (AT)
SJ Earthquakes are likely to stick with their successful 4-2-3-1 formation, focusing on a solid defensive core with Jamar Ricketts and Benji Kikanović at the back. Ousseni Bouda and Niko Tsakiris will be pivotal in midfield, providing the link for Preston Judd up front, who will look to capitalize on any defensive lapses from Sporting KC. SJ Earthquakes will likely stick with their successful 4-2-3-1 formation, focusing on a solid defensive base with Jamar Ricketts and Benji Kikanović at the back. Ousseni Bouda and Niko Tsakiris will be pivotal in midfield, providing the link for Preston Judd up front, who will look to capitalize on any defensive lapses from Sporting KC.
Battles and key players to watch
- Harris vs Ricketts: Harris will have to outplay Ricketts to create scoring opportunities for Sporting KC. Harris vs Ricketts: Harris will have to outplay Ricketts to create scoring opportunities for Sporting KC.
- Reynolds vs Tsakiris: Reynolds’ midfield energy will be tested by Tsakiris’ composure and vision. Reynolds vs Tsakiris: Reynolds’ midfield energy will be tested by Tsakiris’ composure and vision.
- GarcÃa (Sporting KC): GarcÃa’s creativity and talent are vital to unlocking the Earthquakes’ defense. GarcÃa (Sporting KC): GarcÃa’s creativity and talent are vital to unlocking the Earthquakes’ defense.
- Bouda (SJ Earthquakes): Bouda’s ability to control the tempo of midfield makes him key to the Earthquakes’ attacking transitions.
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