Kansas City leads the Western Conference, although the team cannot boast of a special lead, as the rivals are breathing in the back. Peter Vermes’ charges could not win for four games and finally the team broke through. Sporting rallied and scored a minimal victory over Minnesota (1-0) thanks to a goal from Scot Johnny Russell in 81 minutes. The club from the state of Kansas will try to maintain a leading position, especially since the next meeting will be held within its own walls, but do not forget that the opponent has gained momentum and is unlikely to be able to dominate the field throughout the match.
Crystal Palace did not make any sudden moves in the transfer market. The “eagles” did not win eight matches in a row in the last championship as well. However, Roy Hodgson’s wards started well in the Premier League. Crystal Palace beat Southampton at home (1:0). True, the Eagles left the League Cup after that. Palace drew 0-0 against Bournemouth, losing to the Cherries on penalties. Crystal Palace had successful friendly matches before the season. True, all the Eagles’ rivals were clearly weaker than themselves. Palace beat Millwall (1:0), Oxford (2:1), defeated Charlton (3:0) and drew with Bronnby (1:1). Interestingly, the Southampton Eagles won without a number of injured players. Currently, the Crystal Palace infirmary includes Patrick van Anholt, Nathan Ferguson, James Tomkins, Gary Cahill, Connor Wickham and Christian Benteke. The participation of Gyro Riedewald is questionable.
