Sporting Kansas City and Dallas will settle their differences on the 8th of July at Children’s Mercy Park. Coach Peter Vermes is on the verge of following Estevez’s footsteps. Will a loss against the Bulls seal his departure? Find out what Football Whispers’ soccer experts had to say in their Sporting KC vs Dallas betting tips below.
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Sporting KC vs Dallas prediction: Bulls to give Vermes the horns
Key Stats
- The last 10 matches between the two teams resulted in five victories for Dallas, two draws, and only three Sporting KC wins.
- We saw over 2.5 goals in eight of the last 10 Sporting KC vs Dallas head-to-heads.
- Sporting KC have the 2nd-weakest defense in the Western Conference, with 44 goals conceded this season.
Correct score prediction: Sporting KC 1-2 Dallas
Three of Dallas’ last four victories against this opponent had 1-2 on the scoreboard after 90 minutes of play. Given the state Sporting KC are currently in, we highly doubt they’ll be able to get anything out of the match at Children’s Mercy Park.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Vermes’ boys must use home-field advantage
- HOME: -109 – 51.2%
- DRAW: +260 – 26.8%
- AWAY: +300 – 22.0%
*These Sporting KC vs Dallas odds are subject to change
The odds behind a home win are priced at -109, giving coach Peter Vermes’ players a massive 51.2% win probability ahead of the kick-off. In the meantime, we see Dallas’ odds are being priced at +300, which means the Bulls have only a 22.0% chance of scooping the three points this week.
Over 2.5 goals is also quite plausible, as the odds are valued at -148, giving our key Sporting KC vs Dallas prediction a decent 59.68% success chance.
Last five H2Hs: Slight Dallas advantage
Check out these interesting Sporting KC vs Dallas statistics before you place a bet on this game.
USA US Open Cup 11/07/24
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USA MLS 01/06/23
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USA MLS 19/03/23
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USA MLS 09/10/22
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USA US Open Cup 11/05/22
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Sporting KC team news and form: Superb defensive work by Sporting KC surprised us all
Coach Vermes have a horrible defensive record this season. We all know that. However, to see them not only record a clean sheet against Austin but not allow the opponent to produce a single shot on target was something special by Vermes’ boys.
Predicted lineup: Melia (GK), Pierre, Rosero, Voloder, Leibold, Thommy, Radoja, Davis, Russell, Pulido & Tzionis
USA MLS 07/09/24
D
New York Red Bulls
1
Sporting Kansas City
1
USA US Open Cup 28/08/24
W
Indy Eleven
0
Sporting Kansas City
2
USA MLS 25/08/24
W
Orlando City SC
0
Sporting Kansas City
3
Leagues Cup 09/08/24
L
Columbus Crew
4
Sporting Kansas City
0
Leagues Cup 06/08/24
L
Toluca
2
Sporting Kansas City
1
Dallas team news and form: Despite losing, Dallas impressed
Yes, the Bulls may have lost against Cincinnati, but 0-1 against Pat Noonan’s team is nothing to be ashamed of. However, Dallas’ manager won’t be able to count on several of his key players. The likes of Alan Velasco, Paxton Pomykal, and Geovanne Jesus will all miss the game due to injuries.
Predicted lineup: Paes (GK), Arriola, Ibeagha, Tafari, Farfan, Illarramendi, Fraser, Ansah, Lletget, Kamungo & Farrington
USA MLS 08/09/24
D
Vancouver Whitecaps
0
FC Dallas
0
USA MLS 01/09/24
L
Colorado Rapids
3
FC Dallas
2
USA MLS 24/08/24
W
DC United
3
FC Dallas
4
Leagues Cup 01/08/24
L
Juarez FC
2
FC Dallas
0
Leagues Cup 28/07/24
L
St. Louis City SC
2
FC Dallas
1
Player to watch: Asier Illarramendi
Spanish legend Illarramendi deserves the shoutout we are giving him in our Sporting KC vs Dallas prediction. He is by far the most valuable Bulls player, and we can’t wait to see him perform this week. After all, he did score two goals already!
Second player to watch: Petar Musa
Musa is the leading finisher for Dallas this season. He found the net on nine occasions and we are confident he will be a starter for his manager against Sporting KC as well.
