The MLS Western Conference heats up this weekend as Sporting KC vs Austin FC in a matchup that could prove decisive for both clubs’ playoff ambitions. With just a few weeks left in the regular season, every point matters, and neither side can afford to slip.
Sporting KC enter this fixture looking to steady their campaign after a string of mixed results. Despite struggles earlier this summer, the team remains dangerous at home, where their supporters at Children’s Mercy Park create one of the most intimidating atmospheres in Major League Soccer.
Austin, meanwhile, arrives with momentum but also concerns over squad depth, as injuries and international call-ups have stretched Josh Wolff’s options.
Beyond the playoff picture, this clash has become a budding rivalry in the West. Austin has enjoyed the upper hand in recent meetings, but Sporting’s attacking firepower, led by Dejan Joveljić, promises a fierce contest.
Fans can expect a hard-fought Sporting KC vs Austin FC battle where small margins may decide the outcome.
Sporting KC vs Austin H2H, Predicted Starting XIs, Prediction
Table of Contents
| Match | Sporting Kansas City vs Austin FC (MLS Western Conference) |
|---|---|
| Date | Sunday, September 7, 2025 |
| Time | 6 PM CT (that’s 7 PM ET / 4 PM PT) |
| Venue | Children’s Mercy Park, Kansas City, KS |
| Competition | Major League Soccer Regular Season |
| Broadcast | MLS Season Pass on Apple TV+, plus local radio coverage |
Sporting KC vs Austin FC Head-to-Head History
From their recent meetings:
| Date | Result | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 23, 2025 | Austin FC 1–0 Sporting KC | MLS Regular |
| Jun 30, 2024 | Sporting KC 2–0 Austin FC | MLS Regular |
| May 19, 2024 | Austin FC 3–2 Sporting KC | MLS Regular |
In their head-to-head record, Austin FC has won 6 of the last 10 matches, Sporting KC 3, and 1 draw.
Their most recent meeting ended in a 1–0 victory for Austin FC in February 2025.
Current Form (Last 5 Matches)
- Sporting Kansas City: W-L-L-L-L (one win, four losses)..
- Austin FC: W-L-D-D-W (two wins, two draws, one loss).
Predicted Starting XIs
Using typical lineups from recent reports:
- Sporting KC (4-2-3-1): Pulskamp (GK); Leibold, Voloder, James, Shelton; Bassong, Davis; Salloi, Muñoz, Suleymanov; Joveljić
- Austin FC (4-3-3): Stuver (GK); Biro, Hines-Ike, Svatok, Desler; Gallagher, Pereira, Dubersarsky; Wolff, Bukari, Uzuni
Where to watch the Sporting KC vs Austin FC match
- Streaming: Available in the U.S. on MLS Season Pass via Apple TV+
- Radio: Kansas City fans can tune in on 94.5 FM or 1510 AM, or listen via the SKC App.
Prediction & Analysis
- Key players:
- Sporting KC: Dejan Joveljić is their standout striker, with 16 goals this season.
- Austin FC: Brad Stuver continues to impress between the posts; he has been very reliable.
Challenges: Austin is missing multiple key players due to injuries and international duty, likely testing their depth.
Sporting KC vs Austin FC Prediction consensus:
- Statesman predicts a narrow 2–1 win for Sporting KC, citing Austin’s thin roster.
- KhelNow also picks a 2–1 win for Sporting KC.
Sporting Kansas City appear to have the edge—home advantage, superior recent form, and a full-strength squad. So the most probable outcome is Sporting KC 2–1 Austin FC.
