Sporting Kansas City's U-14s and U-13s are in Orlando, Florida for the Easter International Cup hosted by Copa Rayados, competing against youth clubs from around the globe. Participating in their first tournament since Cronos Cup last December in Guadalajara, Mexico, both teams will play three group stage matches for a chance to advance to the knockout rounds later this week.
Opponent | Date | Time (CT) |
Inter Miami CF | Wednesday, March 27 | 4:30 p.m. |
ODP National Select | Thursday, March 28 | 8:45 a.m. |
Intercontinental Football Academy | Thursday, March 28 | 12:35 p.m. |
Opponent | Date | Time (CT) |
ODP National Select | Wednesday, March 27 | 12:45 p.m. |
Tijuana Xoloitzcuintles | Thursday, March 28 | 8:45 a.m. |
Atlanta United | Thursday, March 28 | 1:45 p.m. |
Both teams are guaranteed at least four matches with the chance to play a sixth on Saturday. Group stage matches will consist of two 25-minute halves with matches running longer in the knockout rounds.
The U-14s led by head coach Colby Childress and the U-13s guided by head coach Christian Duke will look to build on the successes from the 2023 Easter International where Sporting’s U-12s took home the crown. The U-14s have been preparing for the tournament with two months of MLS NEXT action.
In their most recent outing, the U-14s took down the Houston Rangers 10-0. Before their offensive explosion, they drew 1-1 with Colorado Rapids in a highly competitive, intense matchup between the two MLS NEXT sides. The U-13s have enjoyed one trophy lift already in 2024, taking home their fourth consecutive Futsal Regional Crown.
The U-14s and U-13s begin their Easter International journey today. To keep up with the daily happenings of the cup in Orlando, fans can follow @SKCAcademy on Twitter and Instagram. For more information on everything going on in the Academy, head to SportingKCAcademy.com.
