Sporting Kansas City and Inter Miami FC are set to face off in the first leg of the Round One series of the 2025 Concacaf Champions Cup at Children’s Mercy Park on Wednesday, February 19, 2025.
Sporting Kansas City
Sporting Kansas City enters this match after a challenging 2024 season, finishing with their lowest points tally ever. However, they have made significant offseason acquisitions, including Serbian striker Dejan Joveljic and Spanish playmaker Manu Garcia, to bolster their attacking options. The team will be looking to bounce back and make a strong start to their Concacaf Champions Cup campaign.
Inter Miami FC
Inter Miami FC, on the other hand, is coming off a successful 2024 season, having claimed the Supporters’ Shield crown in Major League Soccer. They have also had a promising preseason, remaining unbeaten with two wins and a draw. Head coach Javier Mascherano will be leading the team in his first official fixture, and several new faces are expected to make their debuts.
Key Points to Watch
- Home Advantage: Sporting Kansas City will be playing on their home turf, where they have traditionally performed well.
- New Signings: Both teams have added new players in the offseason, and it will be interesting to see how these new additions perform.
- Previous Encounters: Inter Miami FC has won both previous competitive meetings against Sporting Kansas City last year. They will be looking to continue their dominance.
- Tournament Aspirations: The winner of this series will advance to the Round of 16, making this match crucial for both teams’ ambitions in the Concacaf Champions Cup.
