Sporting Kansas City (9-8-13) vs. Houston Dynamo FC (12-7-10)
Sporting Kansas City vs. Houston Dynamo FC 9/23/23 – Sporting Kansas City and Houston Dynamo FC will meet for their MLS match on September 23, 2023 at 8:30 PM ET at Children’s Mercy Park in Kansas City, MO. Both clubs boast impressive season records; Sporting Kansas City have 9-8-13 and 12-7-10 records respectively – adding further anticipation and drama.
Sporting Kansas City have had a varied performance this season. Alan Pulido led their attack, scoring 13 goals and 3 assists over 23 matches, while Daniel Salloi contributed seven goals and an equal number of assists during 30 appearances, while Erik Thommy made an impactful statement with four goals and 10 assists – impressive stats indeed!
Houston Dynamo FC have seen much steadier fortunes this season, as evidenced by their superior win-loss record. Amine Bassi has been one of the club’s stars, scoring 9 goals and dishing out three assists – receiving ample assistance from teammates such as Corey Baird with 7 goals scored himself as well as Hector Herrera who not only scored 4 but is the primary playmaker with 14 assists! For free winning MLS picks, continue reading our analysis.
Sporting Kansas City vs. Houston Dynamo FC 9/23/23 Game Info
| When: | Saturday, September 23, 2023 at 8:30 PM ET |
| Where: | Children’s Mercy Park |
| TV: | ATV |
| Stream | N/A |
Sporting Kansas City GK Kendall McIntosh vs. Houston Dynamo FC GK Steve Clark
Kendall McIntosh has had an inconsistent year as the goalkeeper for Sporting Kansas City. Starting 13 matches this year and managing just one clean sheet while making 39 saves is evidence of potential improvement; with 20 goals against him it is evident either his defense needs to step up or McIntosh needs to elevate his game; though with zero fouls committed and command of defensive lines against Houston Dynamo FC coming soon it remains an area of concern.
On the other hand, Houston Dynamo’s Steve Clark comes into this match with much more robust stats. Clark has seen 28 starts this season, and his tally of 12 clean sheets attests to his reliability and impact on the game. With 71 saves and 32 goals against, Clark’s more extensive experience this season gives him a psychological edge. His four yellow cards indicate a more aggressive approach to goalkeeping, but it’s an aggression that often works in his favor. His presence in the net could prove to be a significant advantage for Houston Dynamo FC, particularly when up against Sporting Kansas City’s attacking talent.
Soccer Odds/Point Spread: Sporting Kansas City +110, Total Odds: 2.5
The betting odds slightly favor Sporting Kansas City with a moneyline of +110 and a spread of -1 (+340). The total over/under is set at 2.5, with the over at -111. Houston Dynamo FC has a moneyline of +250 and a spread of +1 (-161), with the draw at +225. Based on recent performances, the odds seem to offer value on both sides.
Sporting Kansas City Betting Trends
Sporting Kansas City has been inconsistent recently, winning only 1 of their last 5 games and going 2-3 against the spread in the same period. Their away performance against the spread has been slightly better at 8-7. The totals have gone over in 2 of their last 5 games, but interestingly, the over has hit in 11 of their last 15 home games.
Houston Dynamo FC Betting Trends
Houston Dynamo FC has shown better form, with a 3-1 record in their last 5 matches and a 3-2 record against the spread. Their road games against the spread stand at 7-7. The totals have gone over in 3 of their last 5 games, and in 8 of their last 15 road games, the over has hit as well.
Sporting Kansas City vs. Houston Dynamo FC 9/23/23 Betting Picks
Given the recent form and betting trends, this game seems like it could go either way, but Houston Dynamo FC appears to have the edge based on recent performance and goalkeeper stats. Sporting Kansas City may have the home-field advantage, but their inconsistency is a red flag.
If you’re looking to place bets, the over on 2.5 seems like a solid pick considering both teams have had a trend of hitting the over in recent matches. However, Houston Dynamo FC appears to be the safer bet for the win, given their recent form and stronger goalie performance. For free sports picks today and more betting insights, keep an eye on these prop bets for an added layer of excitement to the game.
Free Pick and Prediction: Houston Dynamo FC 2, Sporting Kansas City 1