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Sporting Kansas City suffers 3-1 defeat to Real Salt Lake

Sporting Kansas City falls to Real Salt Lake in a devastating 3-1 loss at Children’s Mercy Park during Rivalry Week.

The rivalry continues as Sporting KC suffered a 3-1 defeat to Real Salt Lake at Children’s Mercy Park. Dom Dwyer scored Sporting KC’s single goal. An own goal, including two goals from Juan Manuel Martinez, and Yura Movsisyan earned tonight’s victory for the western conference rival.

First Half

The game started with a strong start when Jimmy Medranda sent a cross to Graham Zusi but was quickly recovered by Nick Rimando. Sporting KC continued to maintain strong possession for the first half hour.