Sporting Kansas City

KAN

Form: LDLWL

Squad Size 31

City Kansas City, Kansas

Stadium Children's Mercy Park

Founded 1995

At 15th with 14 points, Sporting Kansas City face relegation reality, in concerning form. The LDLWL record across recent matches tells a story of struggle. Statistics don't care about effort or intention - they measure outcomes. The squad features D. Joveljić (GOLD BOOT), E. Bartlow (SHIELD), and J. Bartlett (INTERCEPTOR).

Match Coverage

Sporting Kansas City results, scores, and our take on recent matches

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Coverage

The scoreboard says 2-0, but the real story is Sporting KC's complete disciplinary meltdown. Two red cards doomed the visitors against a relentless Colorado side. #Rapids96 #SportingKC #MLS

Rapids Punish Nine-Man Sporting KC Colorado’s sheer offensive persistence broke a depleted Sporting Kansas City in a fiery clash defined by two visiting red cards. The Early Standoff We expected a clash of contrasting ambitions under the lights at Dick's Sporting Goods Park. The high Stakes were obvious for a...

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Houston gets the 2-0 win on the road, but a brutal first-half red card completely ruined this contest. A professional finish by the Dynamo, while SKC's nightmare season rolls on. #MLS #HoldIt #Houston

Houston Dynamo Coast Past 10-Man Sporting KC A grueling, ill-tempered slog at Children's Mercy Park proved exactly why this disjointed matchup belongs far down your weekend watch list. A Sluggish Start Our initial look at this matchup suggested a gritty battle, but the reality on the field fell incredibly flat....

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LAFC didn't just win at BMO Stadium—they put on a clinic. Despite Kansas City edging possession, Bouanga and co. were ruthless in front of goal. A brutal 4-0 statement! #LAFC #MLS #Soccer

Ruthless LAFC Dismantle Sporting Kansas City at BMO Stadium Los Angeles FC delivered a masterclass in clinical finishing that exposed their opponents' weaknesses and cemented their status as true contenders. Early Shockwaves The atmosphere at BMO Stadium crackled early as the hosts asserted their undeniable offensive efficiency. While Sporting Kansas...

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Sporting KC flips the script! 🤯 A massive upset on home turf as they survive a relentless 26-shot barrage from Minnesota United. These three points completely reshape their season arc. #SportingKC #MNUFC #MLS

Sporting KC Springs Massive Upset on Minnesota United Our verdict: Sporting Kansas City defied the standings and weathered an absolute onslaught of Minnesota pressure to secure a desperate, season-altering victory on home turf. Opening Act Sporting Kansas City walked onto the field burdened by a tough spot in the standings,...

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A bottom-table clash turned into an absolute shootout at Energizer Park! St. Louis takes a massive three points with a late spot-kick after SKC fought back. Pure MLS theater! #STLvSKC #MLS #StLouis

Late Penalty Drama Decides Five-Goal Energizer Park Shootout Our take: A gritty basement battle exploded into an absolute classic as St. Louis snatched a massive three points in the final minutes to leapfrog their rivals. The Opening Firefight A relentless 31-shot barrage turned Energizer Park into an absolute shooting gallery...

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The scoreboard says 2-1 for NYRB, but the real story is Horvath's massive 7-save masterclass in goal. SKC dominated the ball, but Ruvalcaba's clinical brace stole the show! #RBNY #MLS

Ruvalcaba's Brace Derails Sporting KC's Possession Masterclass A ruthless New York side absorbed immense pressure, relying on clinical finishing and a goalkeeping clinic to secure a vital road victory. The Opening Barrage The matchup kicked off with relentless Intensity as New York Red Bulls wasted absolutely no time silencing the...

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The scoreboard says 1-2, but the real story is Sporting's late substitution masterclass overriding an early deficit. An unbelievable turnaround at Q2 Stadium. #SportingKC #MLS #AustinFC

Substitutes Spark Sporting Kansas City's Shock Comeback at Q2 Stadium Our verdict is that Peter Vermes' late roll of the dice completely flipped a frustrating script, orchestrating a spectacular late rally to stun the home crowd. The Early Stand A barrage of shots from the visitors defined the early rhythm...

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The scoreboard screams upset, but the pitch tells a story of pure dominance. Sporting KC snaps their brutal losing streak with a massive 3-1 statement over LA Galaxy! 😤🔥 #MLS #SportingKC #LAGalaxy

A Desperate Kansas City Shocks Los Angeles in Masterclass Performance An underdog squad mired in a brutal losing streak finally flipped the script, delivering a relentless offensive showcase to secure three vital points. First-Half Fireworks Sporting KC came out swinging right from the start. Despite the visitors controlling possession at...

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The Timbers chopped down Sporting KC in a ruthless 6-0 thrashing at Providence Park! Kelsy ran riot with a spectacular brace as Portland's attack proved unstoppable. #RCTID #Timbers #MLS

Portland Timbers Demolish Sporting Kansas City in Six-Goal Masterclass A relentless offensive clinic from Portland exposed every flaw in a broken Sporting Kansas City side, signaling the Timbers are hitting their stride. The Early Onslaught The Stakes were clear at Providence Park as a surging Portland Timbers welcomed a struggling...

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Seattle peppered the goal with 25 shots, but Stefan Cleveland built a brick wall for SKC. A frantic 1-1 draw that proves bottom-table desperation can match top-tier quality. #MLS #SportingKC #Sounders

Cleveland's Masterclass Secures Vital Point for Struggling SKC Bottom-dwelling Sporting Kansas City absorbed immense pressure to snatch a gritty point against high-flying Seattle in a thrilling stalemate. Lightning Strikes Twice Early Seattle Sounders wasted absolutely no time asserting their authority on the road, riding the wave of their stellar recent...

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A quiet first half exploded into a five-goal masterclass! Zinckernagel’s brace dismantled Sporting KC in the Windy City. What an absolute spectacle for the home fans! #ChicagoFire #MLS #Soccer

A Second-Half Siege Dismantles Sporting KC Our verdict: Chicago transformed a tense stalemate into an absolute rout, ruthlessly exposing their opponents and proving their credentials near the top of the table. The Tense Standoff The hosts set the tempo immediately at Soldier Field, establishing a stranglehold on the match that...

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The scoreboard says 3-0, but the shot count tells the real story. Vancouver unleashed an absolute siege at BC Place to stay top of the table. #VWFC #MLS #Whitecaps

Whitecaps Unleash First-Half Fury to Crush Sporting KC An early offensive hurricane from the league leaders blew Sporting Kansas City away before the half-hour mark. The First-Half Siege BC Place witnessed an absolute masterclass in attacking efficiency right out of the gate. Although the ball possession was evenly split between...

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The Earthquakes flipped the script on the road. After going down early, Jack Skahan’s explosive double sparked a ruthless comeback to leave Sporting KC reeling. #MLS #SJQuakes #SportingKC

A Quakes Comeback Masterclass Leaves Kansas City Stunned An electric Jack Skahan double proved the ultimate difference as San Jose flipped an early deficit into a commanding away victory. Early Tremors Sporting Kansas City stepped onto the pitch determined to dictate the early tempo and relieve some early-season pressure. The...

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A 3-1 scoreline hides the truth of Real Salt Lake's brutal 22-shot siege at Rio Tinto Stadium. An absolute masterclass that leaves Kansas City with no answers. #MLS #RSLvSKC #RealSaltLake

A Salt Lake Siege at Rio Tinto Real Salt Lake turned Rio Tinto Stadium into a shooting gallery, cementing their top-table credentials while exposing Kansas City's defensive frailties. Early Fireworks The Intensity was evident the moment the players stepped onto the field. Real Salt Lake wasted absolutely no time putting...

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Aaronson's masterclass rips Sporting KC apart in this explosive first leg. Colorado carries a commanding 4-1 advantage into the August return fixture. A sheer mountain to climb. #MLS #Rapids96 #SKC

Colorado Rapids Crush Kansas City in Five-Goal Masterclass An offensive clinic from the visitors leaves the home side clinging to sheer survival ahead of the crucial second leg. First-Half Fireworks Paxten Aaronson wasted absolutely no time carving open the backline, sinking a lethal strike in the 12th minute to draw...

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Season Statistics

Full league record with goals, form, and recent streaks

Major League Soccer 15th Place

Form

LDLWLLLLLD

Record

P19

L13

Pts14

Win%21%

Goals

Scored18

Conceded48

Diff -30

Avg/G0.9

Conc/G2.5

Defense & Discipline

Clean Sheets0

Failed to Score8

Best Streaks

2 Win Streak

1 Draw Streak

5 Loss Streak

League Standings

Full Major League Soccer table with points, goal difference and recent form

Pos	Team	P	Pts	GF	GA	GD
1	Nashville SC	19	43	39	15	+24
2	Inter Miami	19	38	46	36	+10
3	Chicago Fire	18	32	34	24	+10
4	New England Revolution	19	30	29	25	+4
5	Charlotte	19	28	32	28	+4
6	FC Cincinnati	19	27	46	45	+1
7	New York City FC	19	26	33	27	+6
8	New York Red Bulls	19	25	30	41	-11
9	DC United	19	24	27	30	-3
10	Orlando City SC	19	21	31	48	-17
11	Columbus Crew	19	20	27	31	-4
12	Toronto FC	19	20	26	33	-7
13	Philadelphia Union	19	19	28	35	-7
14	CF Montreal	19	17	25	36	-11
15	Atlanta United FC	19	15	21	34	-13

P: 19 GD: +24

P: 19 GD: +10

P: 18 GD: +10

P: 19 GD: +4

P: 19 GD: +1

P: 19 GD: +6

P: 19 GD: -11

P: 19 GD: -3

P: 19 GD: -17

P: 19 GD: -4

P: 19 GD: -7

P: 19 GD: -11

P: 19 GD: -13

League Standings

Full Major League Soccer table with points, goal difference and recent form

Pos	Team	P	Pts	GF	GA	GD
1	Houston Dynamo	19	35	28	24	+4
2	Vancouver Whitecaps	17	34	38	17	+21
3	Los Angeles FC	20	34	35	20	+15
4	San Jose Earthquakes	19	33	38	27	+11
5	FC Dallas	19	30	34	26	+8
6	St. Louis City	19	29	27	25	+2
7	Real Salt Lake	18	28	30	26	+4
8	Colorado Rapids	19	25	29	25	+4
9	Minnesota United FC	19	25	21	26	-5
10	Portland Timbers	19	24	34	35	-1
11	Seattle Sounders	17	24	20	22	-2
12	San Diego	19	24	33	29	+4
13	Los Angeles Galaxy	20	22	24	30	-6
14	Austin	19	17	23	38	-15
15	Sporting Kansas City	19	14	18	48	-30

P: 19 GD: +4

P: 17 GD: +21

P: 20 GD: +15

P: 19 GD: +11

P: 19 GD: +8

P: 19 GD: +2

P: 18 GD: +4

P: 19 GD: +4

P: 19 GD: -5

P: 19 GD: -1

P: 17 GD: -2

P: 19 GD: +4

P: 20 GD: -6

P: 19 GD: -15

P: 19 GD: -30

Match History

Recent results and upcoming fixtures with scores and standings

Date	Opponent	Result	Competition	FutMetrix	H/A
Aug 16, 2026	Colorado Rapids	L 0-2	Major League Soccer	65	A
Aug 02, 2026	Houston Dynamo	L 0-2	Major League Soccer	28	H
Jul 26, 2026	Los Angeles FC	L 0-4	Major League Soccer	42	A
Jul 23, 2026	Minnesota United FC	W 2-1	Major League Soccer	51	H
Jul 17, 2026	St. Louis City	L 2-3	Major League Soccer	66	A
May 24, 2026	New York Red Bulls	L 1-2	Major League Soccer	53	H
May 17, 2026	Austin	W 2-1	Major League Soccer	67	A
May 14, 2026	Los Angeles Galaxy	W 3-1	Major League Soccer	50	H
May 10, 2026	Portland Timbers	L 0-6	Major League Soccer	48	A
May 02, 2026	Seattle Sounders	D 1-1	Major League Soccer	46	H
Apr 26, 2026	Chicago Fire	L 0-5	Major League Soccer	55	A
Apr 18, 2026	Vancouver Whitecaps	L 0-3	Major League Soccer	40	A
Apr 12, 2026	San Jose Earthquakes	L 1-3	Major League Soccer	54	H
Apr 04, 2026	Real Salt Lake	L 1-3	Major League Soccer	50	A
Mar 22, 2026	Colorado Rapids	L 1-4	Major League Soccer	58	H
Mar 15, 2026	Los Angeles Galaxy	W 2-1	Major League Soccer	49	A
Mar 08, 2026	San Diego	L 0-1	Major League Soccer	34	H
Mar 01, 2026	Columbus Crew	D 2-2	Major League Soccer	82	H
Feb 22, 2026	San Jose Earthquakes	L 0-3	Major League Soccer	36	A

Date	Opponent	Pos	Form	Venue	Competition	FutMetrix
Aug 20, 2026	St. Louis City	6	WDWWW	Children's Mercy Park	Major League Soccer	32
Aug 23, 2026	Atlanta United FC	15	WLLDL	Mercedes-Benz Stadium	Major League Soccer	14
Aug 30, 2026	Vancouver Whitecaps	2	DDLWL	Children's Mercy Park	Major League Soccer	36
Sep 06, 2026	FC Dallas	5	WDLDW	Toyota Stadium	Major League Soccer	42
Sep 13, 2026	Los Angeles FC	3	LDWWW	Children's Mercy Park	Major League Soccer	33
Sep 20, 2026	Philadelphia Union	13	WWWWL	Children's Mercy Park	Major League Soccer	26
Sep 27, 2026	Houston Dynamo	1	WWWWD	Shell Energy Stadium	Major League Soccer	39
Oct 02, 2026	Seattle Sounders	11	LLLLL	Lumen Field	Major League Soccer	37
Oct 11, 2026	Portland Timbers	10	LWWDW	Children's Mercy Park	Major League Soccer	31
Oct 15, 2026	Nashville SC	1	WDLWW	Geodis Park	Major League Soccer	45