Sporting Kansas City II desperately need points on Monday, Jul 20 at 2:00 AM in the MLS Next Pro. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Sporting Kansas City II come into this fixture struggling badly (1W 4L in last 5). Minnesota United II, meanwhile, arrive in good form (3W 0D 2L recently) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. Sporting Kansas City II head into this on the back of a defeat, while Minnesota United II arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

Despite playing at home, Sporting Kansas City II face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. Minnesota United II have won 7 of 10 encounters. Their last encounter ended in Sporting Kansas City II won 3–4. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 4.6 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: Despite home advantage, Minnesota United II arrive in better form and with the historical edge. This could be a tricky afternoon for Sporting Kansas City II. Minnesota United II to win.