NWSL Clash Between Kansas City Current and Orlando Pride Postponed Due to Extreme Heat
The competitive matchup between the Kansas City Current and Orlando Pride has been delayed due to dangerously high temperatures exceeding 96 degrees. The match is slated to begin only when temperatures drop below 92 degrees.
The NWSL match between Kansas City Current and Orlando Pride has encountered a severe heat delay in Kansas City, Mo. Scheduled to kick off at 4 p.m. ET, the game has been postponed as temperatures exceeded 96 degrees. Play is anticipated to commence only after the temperature drops to 92 degrees.
Officials are conducting wet bulb tests every 15 minutes at CPKC Stadium, where these top league contenders are set to compete.
Currently, Kansas City Current leads the league with a 12-point margin over second-place Orlando Pride. Kansas City is vying for this year’s NWSL Shield, while Orlando Pride are the reigning 2024 NWSL Champions and NWSL Shield winners. These teams share a burgeoning rivalry founded on recent competitive confrontations and strong playoff aspirations.
Kansas City’s offense is spearheaded by NWSL Golden Boot leader, forward Temwa Chawinga, while Orlando has welcomed Brazilian star Marta back to the starting lineup. Marta recently achieved victory in the Copa America Femenina with Brazil during the July international break.
How to watch Kansas City Current vs. Orlando Pride
- Date: Saturday, Aug. 16 | Time: 7:28 p.m. ET
- Location: CPKC Stadium – Kansas City, Mo.
- Live stream: CBSSports.com
- Odds: KC -125; Draw +250; ORL +340
