Exciting Match Preview: Kansas City Current Welcomes Gotham FC for Annual Teal Out Showdown
Kansas City Current Prepares for Key Showdown Against Gotham FC
Kansas City Current Set to Host Second Annual Teal Out
Following their victory over Angel City FC in Los Angeles, the Kansas City Current (19-2-2, 59 pts.) are poised to host Gotham FC (9-6-8, 35 pts.) at CPKC Stadium this Saturday, October 11 at 4 p.m. CT. This penultimate home game of the NWSL regular season doubles as the team’s second annual Teal Out, with fans encouraged to sport teal attire. The event is sponsored by Palmer Square Capital Management, with the first 8,000 attendees receiving exclusive teal bandanas.
Broadcasting and Viewing Options for Kansas City Soccer Fans
The match will be available for viewing on ION, with commentary by Jordan Angeli and Maura Sheridan, and on the World Feed with Mike Watts and McCall Zerboni. Locally, the game will also air on KMCI, 38 the Spot, beginning with the pregame show, KC Current Matchday, at 3:30 p.m. CT. Radio listeners can tune into 90.9 The Bridge for live commentary by Jillian Carroll Letrinko and Dave Borchardt. Additionally, the KC Current App offers multilingual broadcasts in English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
Mallory Weber to Be Honored in Pre-Match Ceremony
Mallory Weber will be celebrated prior to kickoff for her outstanding contributions to the Kansas City Current. Announcing her retirement from professional soccer, Weber has been a pivotal player since the club’s beginning in 2021. After a distinguished college career at Penn State, and time with various NWSL teams, her final numbers stand at 97 caps and over 5,200 minutes in professional soccer. She continues with the Current as Manager of Soccer Development and an assistant coach for Kansas City Current II.
Analysis: Kansas City’s Unbeaten Record Against Gotham FC
Kansas City remains unbeaten against Gotham FC in their all-time series (5-0-5). Gotham led in four of these encounters, yet the Current managed to equalize each time. In their most recent meetup, Kansas City triumphed 2-1 with early goals by Michelle Cooper and Temwa Chawinga. Notably, Chawinga has scored five goals across four matches against Gotham; her consistent scoring makes her one of only five players in league history to achieve this feat against a single NWSL opponent.
Impressive Performance Statistics at CPKC Stadium
CPKC Stadium continues to be a fortress for the Kansas City Current, securing a stunning 27-1-5 record across all competitions since its inauguration. This success extends into their NWSL home matches where they maintain an 18-1-5 record, outscoring their opposition significantly during this period. The venue stands as the world’s first stadium purpose-built for women’s professional sports and remains a symbol of the team’s dominance, evidenced by this year’s unbeaten home record.
Kansas City Current on Verge of Record Breaking NWSL Season
Boasting an average of 2.57 points per match and leading the standings with 59 points, Kansas City needs just one more win to set a new NWSL record for most points in a single regular season. Their current tally surpasses the previous high of 60 points achieved by Orlando in 2024. Securing another victory would also ensure an unmatched historical points-per-match record.
Spotlight on Key Players and Achievements
Michelle Cooper’s recent game-winning goal against Angel City underscored her impact this season, setting the NWSL record for the fastest goal off the bench. Her contributions, alongside Goalkeeper Lorena’s 13 shutouts and Temwa Chawinga’s league-leading 14 goals, highlight the team’s depth and skill across the field. Meanwhile, pinpoints from midfielder Lo’eau LaBonta and Gotham’s forward Esther González promise to offer further thrilling moments on the field.
Brazilian National Team Selections and Future Fixtures
Goalkeeper Lorena and forward Bia Zaneratto have been called up by Brazil for upcoming international fixtures, adding to Lorena’s ongoing impressive career tally of national team appearances this year. They will represent their country in friendly matches against England and Italy later this month.
2025 NWSL Shield Victory and Playoff Plans
Having clinched the 2025 NWSL Shield, Kansas City celebrates this historic milestone while gearing up for the playoffs. Secured as the No. 1 overall seed, the Current guarantees a home game for the quarterfinals and a potential home semifinal if they advance. Fans can procure playoff tickets now, with match dates to be confirmed following the conclusion of the regular season on November 2.
