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Sporting KC reportedly set to hire Rapha Wicky to replace legendary head coach Peter Vermes

Sporting KC are nearing an agreement with former Chicago Fire and Young Boys manager Raphael Wicky, according to the Athletic. The Swiss man...

JANUARY 5 • goal

Sporting KC reportedly set to hire Rapha Wicky to replace legendary head coach Peter Vermes

Thrives as playmaker in 2025 Garcia recorded two goals and six assists in the 2025 MLS season.

Impact Garcia was a regular for Sporting KC and was in the lineup in all but four of his 27 appearances. Aside from being one of the team's primary playmaking threats, Garcia also posted solid peripheral stats, such as 44 chances created, 56 crosses, 20 corners and 30 tackles. This was an excellent debut in the MLS for Garcia, who should remain as a key player in midfielder for SKC in 2026.

NOVEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting versus Houston Garcia (quadriceps) has been included in the starting lineup for Saturday's clash against Houston Dynamo.

Impact Garcia is back following a two-game absence and will feature in attacking midfield in the final game of the season. While he may produce from occasional set pieces, he's an all-around contributor, having scored two goals and six assists over 26 league matches played this year.

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sporting Kansas City seeks to stop losing streak in matchup with the Houston Dynamo

Sporting Kansas City will try to break a five-game skid when it hosts the Houston Dynamo

OCTOBER 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Ruled out again Garcia (quad) is out for Saturday's trip to LA Galaxy, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Garcia returned for two matches from a quad injury, but now lands straight back on the injury report. It's a brutal turn for what has become a lingering issue. He first started having this issue more than a month ago and has tried to come back twice previously.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sporting Kansas City tries to end road losing streak in matchup with the LA Galaxy

Sporting Kansas City hits the road against the LA Galaxy looking to break a four-game road losing streak

SEPTEMBER 26, 2025 • Associated Press

Muller leads the Vancouver Whitecaps against Sporting Kansas City

Thomas Muller leads the Vancouver Whitecaps into a matchup with Sporting Kansas City after scoring three goals against the Philadelphia Union

SEPTEMBER 19, 2025 • Associated Press

Option for Saturday Garcia (quad) is an option for Saturday's match against Real Salt Lake, according to Thad Bell of the KC soccer journal.

Impact Garcia is back from his injury after the break, with the midfielder now deemed fit for action. This is good news for the club, as he has started in 22 of his 24 appearances this season while bagging two goals and six assists. He will now look to reclaim his spot in the starting XI immediately.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sporting Kansas City aims to stop losing streak in matchup with the Colorado Rapids

Sporting Kansas City looks to break a four-game skid when it hosts the Colorado Rapids

AUGUST 29, 2025 • Associated Press

Ruled out Saturday Garcia (quad) is out for Saturday's trip to Orlando City, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Garcia has been struggling with this injury for three weeks now, missing a match and then coming off the bench for 27 minutes last time out. The midfielder is one of the most important parts of the starting XI, but it appears this quad issue is lingering. Garcia being ruled out could force Kansas City into a change of formation for Saturday's trip to Orlando.

AUGUST 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Six crosses as a sub Manu Garcia had one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (three accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 2-0 loss versus San Diego FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 65t...

Impact Man Garcia came on with 27 minutes to go after an injury, which saw him miss the previous game. He attempted six crosses and was successful with three, and created two chances. He also took on corner duties to bring him to 25 for the season, and is the joint third-highest taker on his team.

AUGUST 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against San Diego Garcia (quadriceps) is on the bench for Saturday's game versus San Diego FC.

Impact Garcia will be an option as expected, but only for limited playing time Saturday. He may replace either Jake Davis or Zorhan Bassong at some point during the second half and could take some corner kicks away from Magomed-Shapi Suleymanov. Prior to his one-game absence, the Spanish midfielder contributed two goals and six assists over 23 MLS appearances in 2025.

AUGUST 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Option for Saturday Garcia (quadriceps) is an option for Saturday's match against San Diego, according to Daniel Sperry of the KC Star.

Impact Garcia is on the mend and looks to be an option again, with the midfielder cleared for Saturday's contest. This is good news after he missed their last outing, as he is one of their top midfielders. That said, he should see the starting XI almost immediately if he is fit by match time.

AUGUST 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Deemed questionable Garcia is questionable for Saturday's trip to Vancouver, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Garcia is in doubt for Saturday's trip to Vancouver as he deals with a quad issue. The midfielder would be a big loss if ruled out, but he did come off after 67 minutes last time out, which could point towards a lingering issue. Garcia would have two weeks to recover from the issue after Saturday's clash.

JULY 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists against Salt Lake Manu Garcia assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Real Salt Lake.

Impact Garcia created the 1-1 equalizer in the 59th minute with his fourth assist in a row and sixth overall in the season. The midfielder co-led Kansas City in chances created during the match. He started in all but one of their 20 games so far.

JULY 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Third assist in a row Garcia assisted once to go with zero corners and four chances created in Wednesday's 2-1 victory over Charlotte FC.

Impact Garcia has assisted in the last three matches in a row for a total of five on the season. He's been a solid midfield for the team this season, having started 18 of the 19 games played, totaling 27 tackles (21 won) and 30 crosses (nine accurate), while also adding on two goals.

JUNE 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Toye, Joveljic each score stoppage-time goals, Sporting KC beats Charlotte 2-1

Mason Toye and Dejan Joveljic each scored a goal in stoppage time and John Pulskamp had four saves to help Sporting Kansas City beat Charlotte FC 2-1

JUNE 26, 2025 • Associated Press

Provides assist in defeat Garcia assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-1 loss versus Los Angeles Football Club.

Impact Garcia delivered the through-ball that set up Joveljic's goal on Sunday against LAFC, showcasing his vision against a packed defense. Operating centrally, he completed several key passes and helped spring SKC attacks, demonstrating his midfield creativity. Garcia's influence keeps him central to SKC's offensive shape and he continues as a key distributor with two goals and three assists this season while creating 28 chances, a career high for the midfielder that can still rise.

JUNE 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Denis Bouanga's 1 goal, 2 assists help LAFC beat Sporting KC 3-1

Denis Bouanga had a goal and two assists, Eddie Segura scored his first goal since 2020 and Los Angeles FC extended its unbeaten streak to nine games with a 2-1 win over Sporting K...

JUNE 9, 2025 • Associated Press

Scores on Saturday Garcia scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-3 draw against New England Revolution. In addition, he...

Impact Garcia found the net in the 61st minute off an assist from Erik Thommy. Garcia also contributed defensively with two tackles, two clearances and an interception. This marked his first goal in six games, bringing his season tally to two.

MAY 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Urruti scores 1st goal in 2 years as Revolution and Sporting KC tie 3-3

Maxi Urruti scored in the 84th minute for the New England Revolution in a 3-3 tie with Sporting Kansas City

MAY 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Assists match-winner Saturday Manu Garcia assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal) and one corner in Saturday's 2-0 victory against St. Louis City SC.

Impact Garcia was able to play in Dejan Joveljic in the 72nd minute to help secure the first win of the season Saturday. He looked alot more comfortable in this new system, headed by manager Kerry Zavagnin, that saw him be able to play through the middle much more and have freedom to create. We should see an increase in output as time goes on.

APRIL 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sporting KC beats St. Louis City 2-0, ends record skid in debut of interim manager Kerry Zavagnin

Dejan Joveljic scored twice in the second half to help Sporting Kansas City end a club-record 13-match winless streak with a 2-0 victory over St. Louis City at Children’s Mercy Par...

APRIL 6, 2025 • Associated Press

Provides first assist of the season Garcia assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 3-3 draw against Minnesota United.

Impact Garcia provided his first assist of the season on Dejan Joveljic's equalizer in the 80th minute of Saturday's clash against Minnesota, capping off an incredible comeback after being three goals down. The Spanish midfielder has been contributing well this season, adding three chances created to bring his total to nine in four appearances. He also recorded three crosses for the third time in as many games. He will aim to contribute again Saturday against LAFC.

MARCH 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Active display in loss Garcia had three off-target shots, created three chances, sent in three crosses (one accurate) and made two tackles (both won) during Saturday's 2-1 loss against San Jose.

Impact Garcia started for the first time since joining SKC and was very active on the attacking end, initiating several plays while also going up the field and finding space between opposition's lines to finish plays. This was definitely a great first impression by the Spaniard, who will hope to do even better once he's fully settled in his new club.

MARCH 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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