Match Preview Presented by Ticketmaster: San Diego FC Hosts Sporting Kansas City in 2026 MLS Regular Season Finale

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San Diego FC returns to Snapdragon Stadium for its final match of the 2026 MLS Regular Season, hosting Sporting Kansas City on Saturday, Nov. 7, for Decision Day. Kickoff is scheduled for 4:00 p.m. PT, with live coverage on Apple TV and radio coverage on San Diego Sports 760 AM. 

SDFC (9-13-11, 38 points) enters Saturday's season finale looking to close out the 2026 campaign with a positive result in front of its home supporters. San Diego returns home following a two-match road trip that included a midweek result against Vancouver Whitecaps FC and a 1-0 victory over St. Louis CITY SC on Saturday, Nov. 1, at Energizer Park. 

Sporting KC (6-22-5, 23 points) travels to San Diego following a 1-1 draw against FC Dallas at Children's Mercy Park. Saturday's contest will mark the final match of the 2026 MLS Regular Season for both clubs. 

SDFC Hosts Sporting Kansas City for Fourth Regular-Season Meeting 

Saturday's matchup marks the fourth meeting between SDFC and Sporting KC in MLS Regular Season play and the second meeting between the clubs during the 2026 campaign. 

San Diego earned a 1-0 road victory over Sporting KC in the first meeting this season on March 8 at Children's Mercy Park. SDFC currently holds a 2-0-1 record in the all-time regular-season series against Sporting Kansas City.  

The clubs will meet at Snapdragon Stadium for the first time this season as San Diego looks to finish its 2026 campaign with another positive result against the Western Conference opponent. 

SDFC Celebrates Military Appreciation Night Presented by Liberty Military Housing 

SDFC will celebrate Military Appreciation Night, presented by Liberty Military Housing, during Saturday's season finale at Snapdragon Stadium. The match will recognize and honor members of the military community and their contributions. Tickets for SDFC’s Military Appreciation Night, presented by Liberty Military Housing on Saturday, Nov. 7 are available at SanDiegoFC.com/Tickets. 

SDFC Fan Fest 

SDFC invites fans to arrive early at Snapdragon Stadium for Fan Fest ahead of Saturday’s matchup against Sporting Kansas City. Pre-match festivities will feature fun family activations, complimentary haircuts provided by local barbers, and an opportunity for fans to support the San Diego Food Bank through donations. 

As part of Military Appreciation Night, the U.S. Army will bring its AS2 Special Operations Semi-Truck Mobile Exhibit to Snapdragon Stadium. The match will also feature an Oath of Enlistment commitment ceremony recognizing 20-30 future soldiers as they prepare to serve. 

Additionally, SDFC Members will have exclusive access to the Members Lounge, featuring player meet-and-greets. 

Fan Fest will provide supporters with an opportunity to enjoy the pre-match festivities and celebrate the Club’s final home match of the 2026 season before heading into Snapdragon Stadium for Decision Day. 

Five SDFC Players Earn November National Team Call-Ups 

Five San Diego FC players have been called up to represent their respective national teams during the November FIFA international break. Forward Cédric Bakambu (DR Congo), midfielder Onni Valakari (Finland), goalkeeper CJ Dos Santos (Cape Verde), goalkeeper Duran Ferree (U.S. U-23) and midfielder David Vazquez (U.S. U-23) will depart for international duty following Saturday’s season finale, representing four national teams during the November window. 

SDFC Closes Out 2026 MLS Regular Season at Snapdragon Stadium 

Saturday's matchup against Sporting Kansas City marks San Diego FC's final match of the 2026 MLS Regular Season and the Club's final opportunity to take the field at Snapdragon Stadium this year. Kickoff is scheduled for 4:00 p.m. PT, with live coverage on Apple TV and radio coverage on San Diego Sports 760 AM.