Kansas City, August 12, 2025
News Summary
Sporting Kansas City is set to clash with Orlando City SC in their last cross-conference match of the regular season at Inter&Co Stadium. Alongside the match, a funeral service for Deputy Elijah Ming will take place at Children’s Mercy Park. Fans can catch the action live on Apple TV or join watch parties at local venues. Additionally, Sporting KC is engaged in community initiatives, including a backpack donation event and youth soccer registration reminders, enhancing its support for the Kansas City community.
Kansas City is gearing up for an exciting evening as Sporting Kansas City prepares to take on Orlando City SC in their final cross-conference match of the regular season. The highly anticipated game will take place at Inter&Co Stadium on Saturday at 6:30 p.m. CT. Fans can catch the action live on Apple TV with an MLS Season Pass subscription.
For those looking to enjoy the match in the company of fellow supporters, using the Sporting Pub Network, watch parties will occur at Meat Mitch Barbecue and The Soccer Lot, providing fans with the perfect environment to rally behind their team.
Today’s community engagement also includes a significant event at Children’s Mercy Park, where a funeral service for Wyandotte County Sheriff’s Deputy Elijah Ming will be held at 11 a.m.. Open to the public, the funeral will have parking lots available from 9 a.m. and stadium gates opening at 9:30 a.m. For those who cannot attend in person, the service will be streamed live on the Unified Government’s YouTube channel.
Fans looking to gear up for the match can enjoy a 25% discount on orders at MLSstore.com until 10:59 p.m. CT tonight, using the promotional code 25MLS. This deal includes Sporting Kansas City’s newly released United We Play pre-match top available in both adult and youth sizes.
In their continued commitment to community outreach, Sporting Kansas City will also be donating backpacks filled with school supplies to The Hope Center this Thursday. This initiative is aimed at supporting students in Kansas City Public Schools as they prepare for the upcoming school year.
Additionally, there are important reminders regarding youth soccer as registration for the kindergarten through second-grade divisions of the Sporting Rec League in Olathe will close on Friday, ensuring that youngsters have a place to thrive in the upcoming fall season at Garmin Olathe Soccer Complex.
Season Ticket Members and supporters group members will have the opportunity to receive complimentary tickets for Sporting’s away match against LA Galaxy on September 27, available starting Friday. This opportunity is part of the perks for loyal supporters of the team.
Sporting also caters to its youngest fans through the early childhood soccer program, Sporting Stripes, which welcomes children aged 2-5, with a new session commencing Saturday at Legacy Park Soccer Fields.
On the competitive front, Sporting Kansas City II will confront Houston Dynamo 2 on Sunday at Children’s Mercy Victory Field starting at 12 p.m. CT. Tickets for this match can be purchased online via SeatGeek, and fans can follow updates via @SportingKCII on X.
Despite their upcoming match excitement, Sporting Kansas City recently faced a setback, losing 2-0 to San Diego FC, which brings their record to 6-13-6. During that match, Sporting outshot San Diego 21-6 and had a 1.49-0.77 edge in expected goals (xG). Key moments included an impressive strike from San Diego’s Chucky Lozano and a precise finish from Anders Dreyer. Sporting Kansas City also made headlines with the debut of new player Alan Montes during this match.
Summary of Key Events
| Event | Date/Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Sporting KC vs. Orlando City SC | Saturday, 6:30 p.m. CT | Inter&Co Stadium |
| Funeral for Deputy Elijah Ming | Today, 11 a.m. CT | Children’s Mercy Park |
| Backpacks Donation | Thursday | The Hope Center |
| Sporting Stripes Session | Saturday | Legacy Park Soccer Fields |
| Sporting Kansas City II vs. Houston Dynamo 2 | Sunday, 12 p.m. CT | Children’s Mercy Victory Field |
FAQ
What time is Sporting Kansas City playing against Orlando City SC?
The match is scheduled for Saturday at 6:30 p.m. CT.
Where can I watch the match?
The match can be watched live on Apple TV with an MLS Season Pass subscription.
Is there a watch party for the match?
Yes, watch parties will be held at Meat Mitch Barbecue and The Soccer Lot.
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Additional Resources
- Sporting KC Weekly Schedule
- Kansas City Star: Sporting KC Article
- Goal.com: Where to Watch Sporting KC
- Wikipedia: Sporting Kansas City
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