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Scoring Trends

Sporting Kansas City II

Ventura County

1.25

Goals Scored

1.5

2.63

Goals Conceded

1.5

1.38 Expected Goals (xG) 2.06

88%

Over 1.5

75%

Over 2.5

63%

Over 3.5

38%

Detailed Analysis

Explore Head-to-Head and Form below for more insights.

Expert Analysis by Omoye ThankGod

Ventura County enter this game as clear favorites to control the proceedings. Recent suggest an open game with likely chances at both ends.

Their head-to-head record shows a history of competitive battles. Considering both teams' scoring consistency, goals on both ends seem highly likely. The numbers provide a solid foundation for this match outlook.

Possible Outcome Probability

Match Winner

Home Win27%

Draw15%

Away Win58%

Goals & Scoring

Both Teams to Score70%

Over 1.5 Goals89%

Over 2.5 Goals81%

Match Events

No Data

No live events recorded yet.

Previous Encounters

28 Sept 25 NEX

Sporting Kansas City II

1:2

✓ Ventura County

20 Apr 24 NEX

Ventura County ✓

2:1

Sporting Kansas City II

24 Mar 24 NEX

Sporting Kansas City II

1:3

✓ Ventura County

04 Sept 23 NEX

Ventura County

1:5

✓ Sporting Kansas City II

14 May 23 NEX

Sporting Kansas City II ✓

2:1

Ventura County

Recent Form (Last 5)

Sporting Kansas City II

Home Team

04 May

Sporting Kansas City II

2 : 3

Tacoma Defiance

26 Apr

Sporting Kansas City II

1 : 2

Houston Dynamo 2

20 Apr

Sporting Kansas City II

3 : 2

Vancouver Whitecaps 2

11 Apr

North Texas

3 : 2

Sporting Kansas City II

05 Apr

Sporting Kansas City II

1 : 4

North Texas

Ventura County

Away Team

02 May

Ventura County

1 : 3

San Jose Earthquakes II

26 Apr

St. Louis City 2

2 : 1

Ventura County

19 Apr

Ventura County

1 : 2

Austin FC II

13 Apr

Ventura County

2 : 0

Real Monarchs

30 Mar

Tacoma Defiance

0 : 1

Ventura County

League Standings

Pos	Team	P	W	L	GD	Pts
1	New York Red Bulls II	8	6	2	20:8	20
2	Columbus Crew 2	9	6	3	16:15	17
3	Philadelphia Union II	8	5	3	11:8	14
4	Toronto FC II	8	3	5	13:13	11
5	New England Revolution II	7	4	3	7:6	11
6	CT United FC	8	3	5	10:15	8
7	FC Cincinnati 2	7	2	5	9:11	6
8	New York City II	6	2	4	4:10	6

Pos	Team	P	W	L	GD	Pts
1	Crown Legacy	9	8	1	27:10	23
2	Atlanta United 2	8	5	3	14:9	16
3	Orlando City B	8	5	3	17:19	13
4	Huntsville City	7	4	3	14:16	12
5	Chattanooga	8	3	5	13:14	10
6	Chicago Fire II	7	4	3	6:9	10
7	Carolina Core	8	1	7	10:16	5
8	Inter Miami II	8	1	7	9:21	4

Pos	Team	P	W	L	GD	Pts
1	Ventura County	9	5	4	14:13	14
2	San Jose Earthquakes II	7	4	3	14:7	13
3	Portland Timbers 2	7	4	3	8:8	13
4	Los Angeles FC 2	9	4	5	15:19	13
5	Real Monarchs	7	4	3	12:12	10
6	Vancouver Whitecaps 2	9	3	6	14:18	9
7	Tacoma Defiance	9	3	6	10:15	8

Pos	Team	P	W	L	GD	Pts
1	Houston Dynamo 2	8	8	0	20:3	23
2	St. Louis City 2	9	8	1	20:8	23
3	Minnesota United 2	8	5	3	9:9	14
4	Austin FC II	7	4	3	10:8	13
5	North Texas	9	4	5	13:14	11
6	Sporting Kansas City II	10	2	8	11:26	7
7	Colorado Rapids 2	8	0	8	9:19	3

Pos	Team	P	W	L	GD	Pts
1	Crown Legacy	9	8	1	27:10	23
2	New York Red Bulls II	8	6	2	20:8	20
3	Columbus Crew 2	9	6	3	16:15	17
4	Atlanta United 2	8	5	3	14:9	16
5	Philadelphia Union II	8	5	3	11:8	14
6	Orlando City B	8	5	3	17:19	13
7	Huntsville City	7	4	3	14:16	12
8	Toronto FC II	8	3	5	13:13	11
9	New England Revolution II	7	4	3	7:6	11
10	Chattanooga	8	3	5	13:14	10
11	Chicago Fire II	7	4	3	6:9	10
12	CT United FC	8	3	5	10:15	8
13	FC Cincinnati 2	7	2	5	9:11	6
14	New York City II	6	2	4	4:10	6
15	Carolina Core	8	1	7	10:16	5
16	Inter Miami II	8	1	7	9:21	4

Pos	Team	P	W	L	GD	Pts
1	Houston Dynamo 2	8	8	0	20:3	23
2	St. Louis City 2	9	8	1	20:8	23
3	Minnesota United 2	8	5	3	9:9	14
4	Ventura County	9	5	4	14:13	14
5	San Jose Earthquakes II	7	4	3	14:7	13
6	Austin FC II	7	4	3	10:8	13
7	Portland Timbers 2	7	4	3	8:8	13
8	Los Angeles FC 2	9	4	5	15:19	13
9	North Texas	9	4	5	13:14	11
10	Real Monarchs	7	4	3	12:12	10
11	Vancouver Whitecaps 2	9	3	6	14:18	9
12	Tacoma Defiance	9	3	6	10:15	8
13	Sporting Kansas City II	10	2	8	11:26	7
14	Colorado Rapids 2	8	0	8	9:19	3

Match Preview: Sporting Kansas City II vs Ventura County

The upcoming fixture between Sporting Kansas City II and Ventura County promises to be an engaging encounter in MLS Next Pro. Scheduled for Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 24:00 UTC, the match will take place at Swope Soccer Village. Both sides will be looking to make their mark in this scheduled event.

Team Context & Standings

The context of this match is defined by the current standings and the ambitions of both squads. Sporting Kansas City II will look to leverage their competitive standing to gain an advantage, while Ventura County aims to improve their league position with a positive result on the road.

Head-to-Head & History

Previous meetings between these two sides often provide context for what to expect. While past results offer a glimpse into tactical matchups, this fresh encounter brings new dynamics. The teams have their own recent history to draw upon as they prepare tactically.

Tactical Overview

Tactically, this game could be decided in the midfield battles. Control of possession, defensive discipline, and clinical finishing in the final third are expected to be the deciding factors. Sporting Kansas City II will try to assert dominance early, whereas Ventura County might look for opportunities on the break or through set-pieces.

Following the Match

For those following the action, staying updated is key. From the first whistle to the final moments, fans can follow every goal, momentum shift, and key event as the drama unfolds on the pitch.

Key Statistics

Modern football is often defined by the underlying numbers. Expect close scrutiny on metrics such as shots on target, possession percentages, and corner counts. These figures will illustrate which team effectively controlled the tempo and created the most dangerous chances.

Why This Matters

Three points here could be pivotal for the ambitions of either Sporting Kansas City II or Ventura County. Momentum is crucial in MLS Next Pro, and a victory in this match would serve as a significant morale booster for the winning side moving forward in the campaign.