Sporting Kansas City is a pillar of MLS, known for its consistent excellence, distinctive style, and passionate fan culture. Based in Kansas City, the club competes in the Western Conference and plays at the soccer-specific Children's Mercy Park, a fortress for the team. Founded in 1996 as the Kansas City Wiz, the club rebranded to Sporting KC in 2010, adopting the sporting club model with colors of indigo and light blue. Owned by Sporting Club and led by head coach Peter Vermes, the team has a rich history. The early years included an MLS Cup win in 2000. The club's modern peak era began with the move to their new stadium and a clear philosophy, winning the MLS Cup in 2013, the U.S. Open Cup four times (2004, 2012, 2015, 2017), and the Supporters' Shield in 2000 and 2013. This period was defined by Vermes' high-pressing system and stars like Graham Zusi, Matt Besler, and Dom Dwyer. The current squad continues to embody that energetic identity, with players like Johnny Russell leading the line. The team culture is legendary, with the Cauldron supporters' section creating one of the most intense and vibrant atmospheres in American soccer. Sporting Kansas City remains a model franchise defined by identity, success, and community.