KC Current

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KC Current Makes History with Wild 5-4 Victory in Inaugural CPKC Stadium Match

NWSL Community Engagement - CPKC Stadium - Inclusivity - Kaden Griffith - Kansas City Current - Mahomes - NWSL - Portland Thorns - Sports History - Taylor Swift - Vanessa DiBernardo - Women's Soccer

History was made as KC Current electrified the CPKC Stadium with a thrilling 5-4 win against Portland Thorns. Find out more!

The Kansas City Current marked a historic moment as they opened CPKC Stadium with a sensational NWSL match against the Portland Thorns. Vanessa DiBernardo's goal kickstarted the game, leading to an intense battle that ended with a 5-4 victory for the KC Current. The stadium was packed with excited fans witnessing a wild game full of action and suspense.

Patrick and Brittany Mahomes, part of the team's ownership group, discussed Taylor Swift supporting the KC Current on SportsCenter, adding a touch of glamour to the already electric atmosphere. The couple's presence and support added to the buzz surrounding the game and the team's future prospects.

In a heartwarming tribute, 10-year-old Kaden Griffith from Lenexa was honored by the KC Current for his advocacy work for people with disabilities. This gesture highlighted the team's commitment to inclusivity and community engagement.

The Kansas City Current's victory against Portland Thorns not only secured a glorious start at CPKC Stadium but also etched their names in women's sports history. The team's resilience and spirit on the field set the tone for a promising season ahead.

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History made & a wild game: KC Current electrify CPKC Stadium in ... (Kansas City Star)

The Kansas City Current opened CPKC Stadium with an NWSL match against the Portland Thorns. Here's a game recap, final score and highlights.

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KC Current hold off Portland for a 5-4 victory in their new stadium (WVNS-TV)

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Vanessa DiBernardo scored the first goal for Kansas City in its new stadium and the Current held off the Portland Thorns 5-4 on ...

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Patrick, Brittany Mahomes Talk Taylor Swift Supporting KC Current ... (Bleacher Report)

Patrick and Brittany Mahomes, who are part of the Kansas City Current's ownership group, spoke on SportsCenter on Saturday morning about the possibility of…

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KC Current prepares to make history with opening of new women's ... (KWCH)

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV ...

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KC Current hold on to beat Portland in inaugural CPKC Stadium match (fox4kc.com)

It was one of the best ways for the Kansas City Current to open their historic CPKC Stadium with a 5-3 win over the Portland Thorns.

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Lenexa boy to be honored at historic KC Current home opener (Shawnee Mission Post)

Kaden Griffith, a 10-year-old Lenexa boy, is being honored by the KC Current women's soccer team for his work advocating for people with disabilities.

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Kansas City Current makes women's sports history at CPKC ... (KCUR)

The Current will take on the Portland Thorns in the first-ever match at CPKC Stadium on Kansas City's Berkley Riverfront, the first arena constructed ...

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Portland Thorns fall short to KC Current in 2024 season opener (OPB News)

Vanessa DiBernardo scored the first goal for Kansas City in its new stadium and the Current held off the Portland Thorns 5-4 on Saturday in the ...

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KC Current hold off Portland for a 5-4 victory in their new stadium (KWCH)

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — ...

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Kansas City Current beats Portland Thorns FC in historic home opener (KSHB)

The Kansas City Current successfully defended its home turf during a historic day for women's sports on Saturday at opening day at CPKC Stadium.

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American Train Dispatchers Association protests CPKC before KC ... (KCTV Kansas City)

On Saturday, the KC ...

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History made: KC Current kicks off season in new stadium (KCTV Kansas City)

On Saturday, history was made as the KC Current kicked off its season in CPKC Stadium, the first stadium in the world dedicated to a women's sports team.

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'I nearly cried when I walked in': KC Current fans react to grand ... (KSHB)

History was made at CPKC stadium on Saturday morning, as Kansas City officially became home to the first stadium ever built for a women's professional team.

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A high-scoring, history-making win for the KC Current in their new ... (KMBC Kansas City)

Kansas City made history Saturday as the newly-built CPKC Stadium, the first stadium in the world built for a women's professional sports team, ...

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KC Current's new stadium raises the bar for women's sports: 'Can't ... (USA TODAY)

Kansas City Current's CPKC Stadium is the first full-size stadium built solely for a women's professional team.

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KC Current Record 5-4 Win In NWSL First Purpose-Built Stadium (Forbes)

On a cool Saturday afternoon, the Kansas City Current were lined up against the Portland Thorns for the third time in four seasons.

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KC Current hold off Portland for a 5-4 victory in their new stadium (Okotoks Today)

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Vanessa DiBernardo scored the first goal for Kansas City in its new stadium and the Current held off the Portland Thorns 5-4 on ...

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KC Current describe playing in inaugural CPKC Stadium match (fox4kc.com)

But not for the Current players and coaches themselves. Before the game, players arrived at CPKC Stadium off the team bus to cheering supporters. They were in ...

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Mahomes-owned KC Current holds off Portland for first win in new ... (FOXSports.com)

Vanessa DiBernardo scored the first goal for Kansas City in its new stadium as the Current held off the Portland Thorns 5-4 on Saturday in the ...

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Portland Thorns fall at Kansas City Current (timbers.com)

KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI (Saturday, March 16, 2024) – Portland Thorns (0-1-0, 0 points) dropped a 5-4 result to open the 2024 National Women's Soccer League ...

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KC Current open 2024 season with a significant 5-4 win vs. the ... (KC Soccer Journal)

The Kansas City Current hold on for a 5-4 win vs. the Portland Thorns in a thriller at the first game at CPKC Stadium.

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