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USWNT forward Ally Sentnor has transferred from Utah Royals to Kansas City Current in a record-breaking $600,000 deal, with Utah receiving a 20% sell-on clause and no players in return, marking a significant move in the NWSL.
The US Women's National Team will play its first match at CPKC Stadium in Kansas City on October 29, marking a historic moment for women's sports, with tickets available through various presales and the match broadcast on multiple platforms.
The Orlando Pride defeated the Kansas City Current 3-2 in the NWSL semifinals, showcasing their dominance with a standout performance from Marta, who scored a decisive goal. The Pride's success is attributed to their strong defense, Barbra Banda's relentless pressure, and Marta's exceptional skill, which left the Current unable to recover. The Pride will face the Washington Spirit in the championship game, aiming to cap off their historic season with a title.
Marta, at 38, delivered a stunning goal to lead Orlando Pride to a 3-2 victory over Kansas City Current in the NWSL semifinals, securing their spot in the championship. Despite Kansas City's early lead, Orlando's resilience, highlighted by Barbra Banda's and Marta's performances, turned the game around. Marta's goal, showcasing her enduring skill, was pivotal in denying Kansas City a home final, as Orlando continues their championship pursuit.
Temwa Chawinga's goal secured a 1-0 victory for the Kansas City Current over the North Carolina Courage in the NWSL quarterfinals, despite Chawinga facing aggressive play from opponents. Current coach Vlatko Andonovski criticized the lack of protection for Chawinga, who was frequently targeted during the match. The win advances Kansas City to the semifinals against the Orlando Pride. Chawinga, who broke the NWSL single-season scoring record, was instrumental in the victory despite a recent knee injury.
The Kansas City Current celebrated the grand opening of CPKC Stadium with a thrilling 5-4 victory over the Portland Thorns in a match that tied a National Women's Soccer League record for most total goals. The sellout crowd of 11,500 fans marked the start of a new era for the team and the league, with the stadium being the first built specifically for an NWSL team. The privately funded $120 million stadium and $18 million training center demonstrate the team's unprecedented investment in facilities for women's soccer, drawing praise from NWSL commissioner Jessica Berman. The historic day also saw the return of former U.S. women's national team head coach Vlatko Andonovski to the NWSL, who emphasized the game-changing impact of the new stadium on women's soccer.
Patrick and Brittany Mahomes, part owners of the NWSL's Kansas City Current, expressed their desire to have Taylor Swift attend a game at the newly opened CPKC Stadium. The couple, along with Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, helped kick off the stadium's opening game, which was a historic event as the first purpose-built stadium for a women's soccer team. The stadium sold out its 11,500 seats for the opener, and the Current secured a thrilling 5-4 win over the Portland Thorns.
In the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) season opener, Kansas City Current defeated Portland Thorns FC 5-4 in a thrilling game at their new stadium, CPKC Stadium. Vanessa DiBernardo and rookie Ellie Wheeler scored early goals for Kansas City, while Bia Zaneratto, Kristen Hamilton, and 16-year-old Alex Pfeiffer also found the net. Despite a late rally from Portland, the Current held on for the win. The game marked the first NWSL match broadcast on ABC as part of the league's new media rights deal, and it was a sellout at the 11,500-seat stadium. Vlatko Andonovski, the former U.S. national team coach, secured his first win as the Current's coach, with support from owners Brittany and Patrick Mahomes.
The National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) is seeing a surge in ambition and progress, with teams making significant investments in players, facilities, and branding. Kansas City Current leads the ambition rankings with their new stadium and training complex, while Angel City FC and San Diego Wave FC also demonstrate strong ambition. Washington Spirit and Bay FC are also making waves with their player spending and long-term vision, while established teams like Portland Thorns and Racing Louisville FC continue to strive for success amidst transitions and challenges.
Kansas City Current season ticket holders will be charged around $800 for parking at the team’s new stadium, with on-site parking costing $50 per match. The lack of on-site parking was always part of the club’s development plans, with the stadium only required to provide 2,000 spaces while having a capacity of 11,500. The team is offering transportation options such as walking, biking, busing, ride share, and a planned streetcar extension, but accessibility and convenience remain concerns for fans, especially in the hot summer months.
Former USA women's national team head coach Vlatko Andonovski is set to become the new head coach and sporting director for the Kansas City Current, according to multiple reports. The team confirmed that interim head coach Caroline Sjöblom will not return in 2024. Andonovski, who has deep ties to the Kansas City area, previously coached FC Kansas City and led them to back-to-back NWSL championships. He also led OL Reign to consecutive NWSL semifinal finishes. The 47-year-old recently resigned from his position with the USWNT after their underperformance in the 2023 Women's World Cup. Andonovski will now take charge of the Current as they move into their new stadium, CPKC Stadium.