Kansas City Current vs. Houston Dash: Your Complete Guide to Saturday’s Big Match!

Hey there, soccer fans! The Kansas City Current are packing their bags and heading to Texas this weekend. Here is everything you need to know about the game, the players, and how to watch—explained super simply.

Match Basics: The "Who, What, When, Where"

ELI5 Alert: "9-7-2" means the Current have won 9 games, lost 7, and tied 2. "Points" are like a scoreboard for the whole season: Win = 3 pts, Tie = 1 pt, Loss = 0 pts.

How to Watch & Listen (So Many Ways!)

You have zero excuses to miss this one. Pick your favorite screen or speaker:

TV & Streaming

• National TV: ION (Commentators: Michael Wottreng & Merritt Mathias)
• World Feed: Jonathan Matthes & Lianne Sanderson
• Local KC TV: The Spot – Kansas City 38 (Starts early at 7:15 p.m. with a pregame show called KC Current Matchday!)

Radio

• 90.9 The Bridge (Erik Bergrud & Doug McLagan)

KC Current App

• Watch live in English, Spanish, OR Portuguese!

10 Things to Know Before Kickoff (The Cool Stats)

Here are the storylines that make this game extra spicy:

1. KC Owns the Rivalry Lately: The Current have won 3 of the last 4 regular-season games vs. Houston (Record: 3 Wins, 1 Loss, 0 Ties). All-time, KC leads 6 Wins, 4 Losses, 3 Ties. But—fun fact—neither team has ever beaten the other twice in a single regular season. Something has to give!
2. Last Time Was a Blowout: The last meeting (May 15 at CPKC Stadium) ended 3-0 KC. Houston accidentally scored on themselves (an "own goal"), and star forward Temwa Chawinga scored two goals—both set up by Michelle Cooper.
3. Lo’eau LaBonta is a "Dash" Kryptonite: Midfielder Lo’eau LaBonta has scored against Houston in five straight calendar years (2021–2025). Only three players in league history have scored in 6+ straight seasons against one team. She can make history Saturday!
4. Croix Bethune is on Fire : She was named NWSL Best XI of the Month for July (her 6th career monthly award!). In July alone: 1 Goal + 4 Assists.
5. Assist Queen Alert: Bethune has 7 assists this season—2nd best in the whole league and a new KC single-season record! She needs just 1 more assist to hit 20 career assists faster than almost anyone ever.
6. Haley Hopkins is Having a Breakout Year: Last week she exploded for 3 Goals + 1 Assist (including a "brace"—that’s 2 goals in one game—in a 5-1 win). She now has 5 goals this season, matching her total from her first three pro seasons combined.
7. Debinha is a Living Legend: She co-holds the all-time NWSL scoring record (82 goals). Her next assist makes her the FIRST player ever to hit 20 Goals + 10 Assists for TWO different clubs. GOAT status.
8. Rookie Meila Brewer = Future Star: Defender Meila Brewer got called up to the U.S. U-17 Women’s National Team camp! She’s the only pro player on that roster. She’s prepping for the 2026 FIFA U-17 World Cup.
9. Temwa Chawinga is Making History with Malawi: She’s playing in the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON)—Malawi’s first time ever in the tournament! She led them to the top of their group. They play the quarterfinals Sunday, chasing a first-ever World Cup spot.
10. Brand New: KC Current Studios! Opened Monday at Current Landing. It’s a first-of-its-kind production studio dedicated to women’s sports content—live shows, podcasts, interviews, and more. Read more here.

Availability Report: Who’s In, Who’s Out?

IMPORTANT LINEUP NEWS
Several key players are OUT (injured or on the Season-Ending Injury list). No one is "Questionable" (50/50), which makes the lineup a bit clearer.

OUT (Will NOT Play)

• Alana Cook (SEI – Knee) — SEI = Season-Ending Injury
• Clare Gagne (SEI – Head)
• Mary Long (D-45) — Developmental player, 45-day injured list
• Ellie Bravo-Young (Thigh)
• Michelle Cooper (Thigh) — Big loss! She assisted Chawinga’s two goals last time.
• Laney Rouse (Knee)
• Kolo Suliafu (Thigh)

QUESTIONABLE

• None

INTERNATIONAL DUTY (Away with National Team)

• Temwa Chawinga (Malawi – WAFCON Quarterfinals Sunday!) — She’s the leading scorer… but she’s in Africa.

Current Landing Watch Party!

Can’t make it to Houston? Come hang with the fans at Current Landing (the cool waterfront district right by CPKC Stadium and the Missouri River).

• When: Saturday, Aug 8 | Gates open 6:45 p.m. CT (30 mins before kickoff)
• Where: Current Landing
• Vibe: Giant screens, fellow fans, food, drinks, river views.
• More Info: Click here for details

Quick Summary (TL;DR)

• Game: KC Current @ Houston Dash | Sat, Aug 8 | 7:45 PM CT
• Watch: ION (National), The Spot 38 (Local KC, starts 7:15), KC Current App (Multi-language), 90.9 The Bridge (Radio).
• Storylines: KC won last meeting 3-0. LaBonta scores vs. Houston every year. Bethune chasing assist records. Hopkins breaking out. Debinha chasing history.
• Injuries: 7 Players OUT (including Michelle Cooper). Temwa Chawinga is with Malawi at WAFCON.
• Local Fun: Watch party at Current Landing starting 6:45 PM.

FAQ: Your Burning Questions Answered

1. What time should I turn on the TV?

If you want the KC pregame show, tune into The Spot 38 at 7:15 p.m. CT. If you just want the game, national coverage on ION starts at 7:45 p.m. CT.

2. Why isn’t Temwa Chawinga playing?

She’s representing Malawi in the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). It’s a huge tournament where the winner qualifies for the World Cup. Her team made the quarterfinals (playing Sunday), so she’s on international duty.

3. What does "SEI" mean next to Alana Cook and Clare Gagne?

SEI = Season-Ending Injury. It means they are officially done for the rest of the 2026 season. The team can replace their roster spots.

4. Michelle Cooper assisted two goals last time—is her injury a big deal?

Yes. She’s a starting forward and creative spark. With her OUT (Thigh) and Chawinga AWAY, KC’s attack will look very different. Look for Haley Hopkins or rookies to step up!

5. Can I watch the game in Spanish or Portuguese?

Absolutely! The KC Current App offers the broadcast in English, Spanish, AND Portuguese for free. Just download the app and tap "Watch Live."

Go Current! Let’s get that 4th win in 5 tries against Houston!