The Kansas City Current and the National Women’s Soccer League announced today the full schedule for the upcoming 2022 NWSL Challenge Cup.
The expanded 39-game tournament is set to kick off March 18 with a rematch of last year’s regular-season opener between the Kansas City Current and Racing Louisville FC. The match, to be hosted at Lynn Family Stadium, is slated for a 6:30 p.m. March 18 kick off.
“We’re pleased to once again open this year’s campaign with the Challenge Cup,” said Liz Dalton, managing director of competition and player affairs.
“The Cup is an exciting competition to kick off our 10th anniversary season and we are thrilled to provide another opportunity to crown a champion. Many thanks to all those who have helped make this year’s tournament possible.”
The 2022 NWSL Challenge Cup will feature three regional groups of four teams. The Current will feature in the Central Region, along with the Chicago Red Stars, Houston Dash and Racing Louisville FC. The East Region includes NJ/NY Gotham FC, the North Carolina Courage, Orlando Pride and the Washington Spirit. Angel City FC, OL Reign, Portland Thorns FC and San Diego Wave FC make up the West Region.
The groups will compete in double round-robin matches ahead of the semifinal round and the NWSL Challenge Cup Final Saturday, May 7. Details regarding broadcast schedule for the tournament are forthcoming.
The 2022 NWSL Challenge Cup rules and regulations differ from NWSL’s regular season policies and procedures.
Challenge Cup matches for KC Current:
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