In a heavyweight clash, Kansas City take on Gotham FC in their next National Women's Soccer League game on Saturday.
Kansas City clinched their place in this season's NWSL playoffs with a convincing 3-0 victory over Washington Spirit in their last match. Goals from Nichelle Prince, Lo’eau LaBonta, and Temwa Chawinga helped secure the win for Kansas.
Similarly, defending champions Gotham FC defeated Utah Royals 1-0 to secure their playoff spot, with Yazmeen Ryan’s early goal leading them to victory.
The Sporting News looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch the match, kickoff times and the latest lineup news.
Kansas City vs. Gotham FC live stream, TV channel
Here's how to watch this Premier League match in the U.S.:
TV channel: CBS
Live stream: Fubo, Paramount+
This game is available for live TV broadcast on CBS. Streaming options are available on Fubo and Paramount+.
What time does Kansas City vs. Gotham FC kick off?
This NWSL clash takes place at CPKC in Kansas City, Missouri and kicks off on Saturday, September 28 at 12:00 p.m. local time.
Here's how that time translates across the U.S.:
| Date | Kickoff time | |
| Eastern Time | Sat, Sep. 28 | 1:00 p.m. |
| Central Time | Sat, Sep. 28 | 12:00 p.m. |
| Mountain Time | Sat, Sep. 28 | 11:00 a.m. |
| Pacific Time | Sat, Sep. 28 | 10:00 a.m. |
Kansas City vs. Gotham FC lineups, team news
Kansas City Current won't tinker too much with their starting 11 after their win against Washington Spirit last time out.
Temwa Chawinga is guaranteed a place in the starting lineup considering her excellent form this season, having scored 16 goals in 21 games this season
Kansas City predicted XI (4-2-3-1, right to left): Schult (GK) — Mace, Cook, Sharples, Wheeler — LaBonta, DiBernardo — Cooper, Debinha, Chawinga — Prince.
Injured: None
Suspended: None
Similarly, Gotham FC will also probably field the same lineup as they did in their win to Utah Royals.
Gotham FC will rely on striker Ella Stevens, who is their top scorer with six goals so far this season.
Gotham FC predicted XI (4-2-3-1, right to left): Berger (GK) — Carter, Sonnett, Davidson, Nighswonger — Sheehan, Lavelle — Ryan, Gonzalez, Williams — Stevens.
Injured: None
Suspended: None
Kansas City vs. Gotham FC Prediction
Kansas City come into this game with a psychological advantage, as they have won three of their last five NWSL games against Gotham FC (with the other two matches ending in draws).
Both sides have been fairly even with regards to form this season. However, Kansas City may edge out Gotham FC to continue their unbeaten run against them.
- Prediction: Kansas City 2-1 Gotham FC
NWSL fixture schedule this week
All times ET
Friday, September 27
- Angel City FC vs. Washington Spirit (10:00 p.m.)
Saturday, September 28
- Kansas City vs. Gotham FC (1:00 p.m.)
- Utah Royals vs. Racing Louisville (7:00 p.m.)
- Orlando Pride vs. Houston Dash (7:30 p.m.)
Sunday, September 29
- Chicago Red Stars vs. North Carolina Courage (12:30 p.m.)
- Seattle Reign vs. Bay Fc (12:30 p.m.)
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