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New edition of Behind the Shield presented by Audi shines spotlight on third kits and SKCvSTL rivalry

New in 2024, Behind the Shield presented by Audi will be available after every match week this season with the video series - produced by Sporting Kansas City's full-time digital storytellers - providing fans with an immersive viewing experience highlighted by exclusive interviews and all-access footage from Sporting Kansas City players, trainings and matchdays.

This week's BTS -- which can be seen on SportingKC.com, Sporting Kansas City's YouTube channel and MLS Season Pass on Apple TV -- captures the sights and sounds from the debut of the club's throwback third kits as well as round two in year two of the SKCvSTL rivalary.

"Sporting KC fans are amazing," said Willy Agada, who scored in both matches last week. "They're powerful. You can feel the energy every game. They're always behind us. It's so important for the team. It always helps us give everything, especially when you hear their voices."

Sporting Kansas City will kick off the club's Leagues Cup 2024 campaign against Chicago Fire FC at 8 p.m. CT this Sunday at Children's Mercy Park. Tickets are available online via SeatGeek, including the Sporting U Pass offering $15 Supporters' Stand tickets for college students.

Sunday's showdown will be broadcast live on Apple TV for MLS Season Pass subscribers and pub partners in the Sporting Pub Network will also show all of the action. Radio coverage will air on Sports Radio 810 WHB and La Grande 1340 AM with live streams available in the Sporting KC App.