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Charlotte FC continues long road stretch at Sporting KC Charlotte FC have a perilous hold on an Eastern Conference playoff spot as they meet Sporting Kansas City on Wednesday in Kansas City, Kan.S...

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Sporting Kansas City hosts Charlotte FC in non-conference action

Sporting Kansas City and Charlotte FC hit the pitch in a non-conference matchup

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Dejan Joveljic - Assists in defeat Joveljic assisted once to go with two shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 4-2 defeat to FC Dallas.

Impact Joveljic continued his strong run of form Saturday, laying the ball off to setup Kansas City's opening goal in their 4-2 defeat at the hands of Dallas. Over his last five appearances (five starts), the veteran forward has put forth a goal contribution in each appearance. Over the hot stretch, he's managed five goals and one assist. At the halfway mark of the season, Joveljic has scored 10 goals and assisted twice across 17 appearances (16 starts).

JUNE 17 • ROTOWIRE

Santiago Munoz - Nets consolation goal off bench Santiago Munoz scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 4-2 defeat against FC Dallas.

Impact Santiago Munoz attempted two shots (one on goal) and scored his second goal of the season in an abbreviated 12 minute performance Saturday as Kansas City were undone by Dallas in a 4-2 defeat. The forward has scored in two of this last three appearances (zero starts). Overall, Munoz has made just five appearances (one starts) this season.

JUNE 17 • ROTOWIRE

Shapi Suleymanov - Strikes from distance in loss Suleymanov scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 4-2 loss against FC Dallas.

Impact Suleymanov unleashed a left-footed curler from outside of the box Saturday to give Kansas City an early lead before the wheels fell off and they were defeated 4-2 by Dallas. The forward led the Kansas City attacking effort with six crosses attempted (two accurate). Suleymanov also tracked back to contributed two tackles (one won), one interception and one clearance to the team's defensive effort over his 78 minutes of play. Overall, Suleymanov has scored twice and assisted three times across his first 18 MLS appearances (15 starts).

JUNE 17 • ROTOWIRE

John Pulskamp - Allows four in defeat Pulskamp had one save and allowed four goals in Saturday's 4-2 defeat against FC Dallas.

Impact Pulskamp managed just one save and one clearance Saturday as Kansas City were forced to play with 10 men for the final 29 minutes of their 4-2 loss to FC Dallas. The veteran shot stopper has now conceded seven goals across his last two starting appearances. Pulskamp will look to right the ship on June 25th when he would be the likely starter between the sticks as Kansas City travel to tussle with Charlotte.

JUNE 17 • ROTOWIRE

Khiry Shelton - Set for suspension Shelton will be suspended for their next contest after picking up two yellow cards in Saturday's 4-2 defeat against Dallas.

Impact Shelton picked up two yellow cards and was sent off in the 61st minute of Saturday's game. This will leave him suspended for the next contest against Charlotte on June 25. His absence will force a change in the starting XI since he has started four of the last five games at right back, with Andrew Brody likely replacing him for that game.

JUNE 15 • ROTOWIRE

Erik Thommy - Starts Saturday Thommy recorded one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 4-2 defeat to FC Dallas.

Impact Thommy got the start after missing the last match with a groin injury. He's been back in starting contention of late, totaling four starts in the last five appearances, assisting once on 10 shots (one on target), five crosses (zero accurate) and four tackles in that span.

JUNE 15 • ROTOWIRE

Luciano Acosto scores 2 goals, Dallas snaps 6-game skid, beats Sporing KC 4-2

Luciano Acosta scored two goals, his first multi-goal game of the season and the fourth of his career, to help FC Dallas beat Sporting Kansas City 4-2 to snap a six-game winless st...

JUNE 15

Zorhan Bassong - Will continue to represent Canada Bassong will continue his international duty since he has been called up by Canada for the Gold Cup, according to the CANMNT.

Impact Bassong will continue his international duty as he was called up by the CANMNT for the Gold Cup to replace the injured Sam Adekugbe (Achilles). Bassong has been a regular starter for SKC recently, and his absence will force a change in the starting XI. Memo Rodriguez is expected to get a larger role until he comes back, and that could be against Seattle on July 12 if Canada performs well and reaches the final.

JUNE 13 • ROTOWIRE

Manu Garcia - 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 • ROTOWIRE

Dejan Joveljic - Extends streak with early goal Joveljic scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 3-1 defeat to Los Angeles Football Club.

Impact Joveljic scored in the 39th minute on Sunday against LAFC for the fourth straight MLS game by timing his run perfectly to finish off a pass from Manu Garcia. His goal was his 10th of the season and maintained a strong run that places him among the league's top scorers. He has now scored five goals in his last four MLS games.

JUNE 9 • ROTOWIRE

John Pulskamp - Four saves in defeat Pulskamp made four saves and allowed three goals in Sunday's 3-1 defeat against Los Angeles Football Club.

Impact Pulskamp had a decent outing on Sunday against LAFC, making four saves and a season-high four clearances, but ultimately conceded three goals. The goalkeeper made 16 saves in his last three games, conceding seven goals although his performances are looking good. He will aim to find a clean sheet for the next contest against Dallas on Saturday.

JUNE 9 • 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

Erik Thommy - Out Sunday Thommy (groin) was not an option for Sunday's match vs LAFC.

Impact Thommy is nursing a groin injury and was out for Sunday's late match. He's only seen three starts in the last 11 MLS matches played, scoring once with three assists in that span.

JUNE 8 • ROTOWIRE

Robert Voloder - Underwent surgery Voloder underwent surgery for a fracture left clavicle and is expected to miss the next 6-8 weeks.

Impact Voloder's injury turned out to be more serious as he was forced to undergo surgery to repair a fractured left clavicle. He will be a big loss for the back line, having recording 10 starts in 11 appearances, totaling 20 interceptions and 61 clearances. His absence will open the opportunity for Joaquin to get more start at center back for Kansas City.

JUNE 8 • ROTOWIRE

Jacob Davis - On bench against LAFC Davis (ankle) is available as a substitute option in Sunday's visit to Los Angeles FC.

Impact Davis could see minutes for the first time since May 15 after dealing with a minor ankle problem. The versatile player has been used both as a full-back and in midfield during the current campaign, so he may be an option to replace either Khiry Shelton or Jacob Bartlett in future matches.

JUNE 8 • ROTOWIRE

Joveljic and Sporting Kansas City visit Los Angeles FC

Dejan Joveljic leads Sporting Kansas City into a matchup with Los Angeles FC after scoring two goals against the Houston Dynamo

JUNE 7

Daniel Salloi - Assists in road win Salloi assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 victory against Houston Dynamo. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 82nd minute.

Impact Salloi logged his third assist in the season during Kansas City's road win. The midfielder also received his second yellow card in the proccess, though. That was his 11th start in 16 overall appearances.

JUNE 3 • ROTOWIRE

Santiago Munoz - Scores as substitute Santiago Munoz scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-1 win against Houston Dynamo.

Impact Munoz subbed on in the 79th minute and scored his first goal in the season in the 88th to seal Kansas City's road win. The forward logged his third appearance (one start) since transferring from Mexico in April. He will now look for more playing time from now on.

JUNE 3 • ROTOWIRE

Dejan Joveljic - Scores brace at Houston Joveljic scored two goals to go with three shots (three on goal) in Saturday's 3-1 victory over Houston Dynamo.

Impact Joveljic scored twice to help Kansas City earn the comeback win on the road, and now has nine goals in the season. The forward led his side in shots during the match. He started in all but two games so far.

JUNE 3 • ROTOWIRE

John Pulskamp - Makes eight saves in win Pulskamp registered eight saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 3-1 win against Houston Dynamo.

Impact Pulskamp made a season-high eight saves to help Kansas City win on the road. The goalkeeper has only three clean sheets in 16 starts, though. He will now look to keep the momentum at LA FC on Sunday.

JUNE 3 • ROTOWIRE

Zorhan Bassong - Will represent Canada Bassong has been called up by Canada for the friendly games against Ukraine and Ivory Coast on June 7 and June 11, respectively.

Impact Bassong has started the last four games for Sporting Kansas City and will miss Sunday's match against LAFC due to the call-up. He should return in time to face Dallas on June 14. His absence will force a change in the starting XI, with Memo Rodriguez expected to replace him in the midfield on Sunday.

JUNE 3 • ROTOWIRE

13 USMNT World Cup hopefuls who could, or should, switch clubs this summer

For many members of the USMNT, their next move is pivotal, with the 2026 FIFA World Cup on home soil now just 12 short months away. Here are...

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