Sporting Kansas City Soccer Cards

 

Sporting Kansas City soccer cards highlight franchise legends like Preki and modern stars like Johnny Russell, Alan Pulido, and Daniel Salloi. Collectors chase rookie cards for up-and-coming players, autographed editions for Russell and Pulido, and memorabilia patches from Topps MLS Chrome and Panini. Sporting KC cards offer collectors and investors a mix of nostalgia and modern value.

Preki
Jimmy Conrad
Matt Besler
Roger Espinoza
Benny Feilhaber
Chris Klein
Josh Wolff
Graham Zusi
Dom Dwyer
Johnny Russell

Sporting Kansas City, founded in 1995 as the Kansas City Wiz before rebranding in 2011, has become one of MLS’s most consistent and community-focused clubs, winning multiple trophies behind a loyal fan base at Children’s Mercy Park. The early 2000s brought the club’s first MLS Cup in 2000 under coach Bob Gansler, with stars like Preki, a two-time league MVP, and goalkeeper Tony Meola anchoring the squad. Rebranded as Sporting KC, the club rose to prominence under coach Peter Vermes, capturing the 2012, 2015, and 2017 U.S. Open Cups alongside the 2013 MLS Cup, where they defeated Real Salt Lake in a dramatic penalty shootout. Defensive stalwarts like Matt Besler, midfielder Graham Zusi, and striker Dom Dwyer defined Sporting’s identity as a disciplined, hard-working side, while forward Johnny Russelland midfielder Roger Espinoza brought leadership and attacking creativity in later years. Known for its fortress-like home atmosphere and the “Blue Hell” supporters, Sporting KC consistently blends academy development, international signings, and competitive ambitions, remaining one of MLS’s most respected and successful clubs over three decades.