NWSL · NWSL · Est. 2020 · CPKC Stadium
Updated March 16, 2026
The league's first purpose-built women's soccer stadium continues to be the envy of every club in the sport. CPKC Stadium sold out 11 of 12 home matches in 2025, and the Current have leveraged that atmosphere into one of the best home records in NWSL history. The venue has become a destination, drawing neutral fans and corporate sponsors alike, and the 2026 season opener is already sold out.
The 32-year-old captain has hinted this could be her final professional season, and Kansas City wants to send her out with a championship. LaBonta's leadership was instrumental in the Current's run to the 2024 semifinal, and she remains a reliable midfield presence. The club's depth—bolstered by offseason additions—means her minutes can be managed carefully for a deep playoff push.
The Malawian striker was the 2025 NWSL Golden Boot winner with 16 goals and has quickly become the most feared forward in the league. Her combination of physicality and technical skill makes her nearly unmarkable one-on-one. With a full preseason under her belt for the first time, opposing defenses should be terrified of what's coming in 2026.