KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Kansas City Current fans who packed CPKC Stadium Saturday in the team's season opener were treated to a 3-1 win over the Portland Thorns.
Fans reconnected with others and saw team stars Temwa Chawinga, Debhina and Michelle Cooper collect goals.
"Oh man, I'm really excited. You know, it's a home opener, and it's been a long time since we've been able to see them play," said Current fan Thomas. "We've been wanting to go to a Current game at the new stadium since we heard it was built."
It's the second season for the stadium, which bills itself as the first purpose-built stadium for a professional women's sports team.
"I love supporting our community, especially being here with the first all-girls soccer team stadium. And since last year, we've had season tickets," said fan Kyla Bently. "I just love coming out to the games because it's so fun supporting them."
While the stadium has helped spur additional development on Kansas City, Missouri's riverfront, the team is also helping spur additional awareness around the game and women's sports.
"They've done so much for women's sports here in Kansas City, and it's amazing to be a part of it," said KC Current fan Janell.
Even guys are excited about it.
"Absolutely. I know there's a sports bar opening up that's all about women's sports," Thomas said. "So, once it opens, we're going to see what it's all about."
The Current travel to Washington to face the Spirit at 6:30 p.m. next Saturday, March 22. They return home to host the Utah Royals at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 29.
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