As Sporting Kansas City prepares for significant roster changes, they face the impending loss of 15 players, including key contributors like Erik Thommy and Johnny Russell. With the MLS free agency opening on December 12, the club must strategize quickly to reshape its future and retain essential talent.
Peter Vermes’ tenure at Sporting Kansas City faces intense scrutiny as his managerial record dwindles, currently at 254-132-208. With 20 losses this season and criticism from fans mounting, many believe a change is overdue. As the team braces for a significant roster overhaul, the pressure on Vermes intensifies. Can he adapt?
Sporting Kansas City suffered a 3-0 home defeat against LAFC, who capitalized on early defensive errors and maintained pressure throughout. Denis Bouanga’s penalty led to a rebound goal, and two more goals sealed LAFC’s dominance, ending Sporting’s disappointing home campaign.
Sporting Kansas City faces LAFC Saturday night in their home finale, just ten days after a U.S. Open Cup Final defeat. Coach Peter Vermes celebrates his 600th match, a league first with one club. With potential farewells for up to 15 players, it’s a night of fan appreciation and special deals.
Kansas’ 2024 non-conference season ends with a 1-2 record, with a strong start and a fumble recovery that could have led to a win. Despite a strong defense, the offense struggled to produce, with only two touchdowns and a field goal. Jalon Daniels’ six interceptions this season are a career high, highlighting the need for improvement.
After a winless start in 2023, Sporting Kansas City surged with a crucial 2-1 victory in Seattle, leading to a strong finish. This season, a similar trend is emerging post-Leagues Cup, with back-to-back wins. Key players like Johnny Russell, Khiry Shelton, and Jake Davis are driving the team’s success as they head into a crucial September schedule.
Kansas Football hosts UNLV this evening at 6 PM at Children’s Mercy Park. After a loss to Illinois, the Jayhawks aim to rebound, leveraging Jalon Daniels and Devin Neal against a weak UNLV secondary. The game, a rematch from last year’s Bowl, airs on ESPN.
UNLV faces Kansas in a Guaranteed Rate Bowl rematch, airing on ESPN. Former Jayhawks QB Jason Bean, now with the Colts, led Kansas to a 49-36 win previously. Jalon Daniels will start for Kansas amid his struggles this season. Key players include Devin Neal and Ricky White III. Game at 6 p.m. Central.
Major League Soccer has terminated Felipe Hernandez’s contract following a second violation of the league’s gambling policies. Hernandez, on administrative leave since June, previously faced similar allegations in 2021. He will be eligible for reinstatement on January 1, 2026, pending application to the Commissioner’s office, per MLS Communications.
