Preseason Countdown presented by Children's Mercy: 13 Days until MLS is Back

As Sporting Kansas City prepares for its 26th season as a charter member of Major League Soccer, SportingKC.com is rolling out a 26-day countdown to the start of the 2021 campaign. A mouthwatering opening weekend of MLS action will see Sporting Kansas City visit the New York Red Bulls at 7 p.m. CT on April 17, giving supporters their first look at Manager Peter Vermes’ side since last December.

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The 2021 Preseason Countdown, presented by Children’s Mercy, will serve as the comprehensive, go-to preview of everything that awaits Sporting Kansas City in the weeks and months to come. From key storylines and bold predictions to statistical breakdowns and players to watch, the 2021 Preseason Countdown will highlight the many reasons to be excited for what’s ahead. To visit the series homepage as it expands, visit SportingKC.com/2021countdown.

With less than two weeks until Sporting Kansas City returns for a 26th season in Major League Soccer, let us remind you that following the club and its players on social media is an absolute must. There is simply no better way to stay up-to-date on the latest developments surrounding the team or engage with the stars who take the field at Children's Mercy Park.

For those who are celebrating Easter by scrolling through social media post after social media post—and for those who simply want a stronger pulse on everything Sporting—now's the time to make sure you're following all of the major accounts tied to the club.

For news, videos, photos and instant updates throughout the 2021 season, follow Sporting on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. Other club-centric accounts to consider are @SKCMatchday on Twitter, providing detailed updates throughout every Sporting match, Children's Mercy Park on Twitter and Facebook, and No Other Pub on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.

As for the rest of the player pathway, Sporting Kansas City II is also on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. The same can be said for the Sporting Kansas City Academy on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.

As for following players on Twitter and Instagram, it's an excellent way to see them in their element both on and off the field. These channels are also a perfect vehicle for showing players love on behalf of a passionate and supportive fan base and city. That's why we've provided the table below, linking to Twitter and Instagram handles for all members of the Sporting first team.

Sporting KC Players on Social Media