Before the calendar turns to 2017, SportingKC.com is counting down the top five moments from Sporting Kansas City’s 2016 season. From thrilling wins and heroic performances to contract extensions and playoff runs (we see you, Swope Park Rangers), let’s revisit the very best of 2016.
With Sporting Kansas City’s back firmly against the wall, an unlikely hero emerged to resurrect the season. Bogged by a seven-game losing streak and trailing Orlando City 1-0 heading into the final 20 minutes, Sporting Kansas City received its lifeline courtesy of Jacob Peterson. The veteran forward was introduced in the 67th minute — making just his second appearance of the season — and quickly turned the game on its head.