Match Preview
As the clock ticks towards 21:30 (Argentina time), the stage is set at Children’s Mercy Park for a thrilling encounter between Sporting Kansas City and Colorado Rapids in Week 26 of MLS.
Team Form
Both clubs come into this match eager to shake off a series of disappointing results and seize the opportunity to claim three crucial points.
Recent Performances: Sporting Kansas City
Sporting Kansas City endured a tough setback in their last outing, suffering a heavy 2-5 defeat against Seattle Sounders. Prior to that, the team had one draw and faced three losses, conceding a staggering 14 goals while only finding the net 4 times.
Recent Performances: Colorado Rapids
On the other hand, Colorado Rapids also faced a challenging match recently, losing 0-3 to LA Galaxy. Their recent form shows they have one victory, one draw, and two losses, managing to score 9 goals but conceding 11 in the process.
Historical Context
In the last five encounters between these two sides, Sporting Kansas City has claimed 2 victories, there has been 1 draw, and Colorado Rapids have won 2 times. Their most recent meeting was on July 4, 2025, in the MLS tournament, where Sporting Kansas City edged out a 1-2 victory.
Referee
The match will be officiated by Fotis Bazakos.
Upcoming Fixtures
Sporting Kansas City
- Week 27: vs Austin FC – September 7 at 20:00 (Argentina time)
- Week 28: vs Real Salt Lake – September 13 at 22:30 (Argentina time)
- Week 29: vs Vancouver Whitecaps FC – September 20 at 21:30 (Argentina time)
- Week 30: vs LA Galaxy – September 27 at 23:30 (Argentina time)
- Week 31: vs Minnesota United – October 4 at 21:30 (Argentina time)
Colorado Rapids
- Week 28: vs Houston – September 13 at 22:30 (Argentina time)
- Week 29: vs FC Dallas – September 20 at 21:30 (Argentina time)
- Week 30: vs Minnesota United – September 27 at 22:30 (Argentina time)
- Week 31: vs Real Salt Lake – October 4 at 22:30 (Argentina time)
- Week 32: vs Los Angeles FC – October 18 at 22:00 (Argentina time)
Match Timing by Region
- Argentina: 21:30 hours
- Colombia and Peru: 19:30 hours
- Honduras, El Salvador, Mexico, and Nicaragua: 18:30 hours
- Venezuela and Santiago, Chile: 20:30 hours
With both teams aiming to rise in the standings, this matchup promises to be an exciting spectacle for soccer fans.