KC Current seek quarterfinal breakthrough against Angel City
The fourth-seeded Current face the fifth seed in a Saturday showdown at CPKC Stadium, aiming for their first playoff win since 2024.
By Diego Mendoza ·
The KC Current host Angel City FC on Saturday at CPKC Stadium, looking to extend a five-game winning streak.
The team enters the National Women's Soccer League playoffs as the fourth seed. Their opponent is the fifth seed, Angel City. Head coach Chris Armas told reporters on Thursday that the matchup requires little persuasion to generate excitement among the squad.
The Current arrived at this point after a difficult start to the 2026 campaign. They rebounded in the second half of the season to secure their playoff berth. Midfielder Rocky Rodriguez noted that the group responded positively to early challenges, describing the team as peaking at the right moment.
The squad is motivated to advance past the quarterfinals for the first time since 2024. In the 2025 postseason, the Current were eliminated at CPKC Stadium by eighth-seeded Gotham FC. Armas stated that the team has not focused on that previous exit, citing a palpable hunger and excitement among the players for the current contest.
Armas acknowledged that key players like Temwa Chawinga missed the 2025 playoffs due to injuries. He suggested that the players on the pitch last year are eager for another opportunity to compete in the postseason.
Angel City FC has not lost a match since August. Despite finishing just one spot below Kansas City in the standings, Armas described them as the toughest opponent the Current will face this year. He highlighted their defensive organization and their ability to score goals, calling them a complete team.
If the Current win Saturday and Gotham FC loses their quarterfinal on Sunday, Kansas City may host the next playoff game. The match is scheduled for 11:00 a.m. on KCTV5.
