Kansas City Chiefs show out as Patrick Mahomes leads star-studded support for unbeaten current
Photo byOn a warm Saturday evening in Kansas City, football took a back seat for a few hours—but the Chiefs were still front and center. Patrick Mahomes and a crew of teammates rolled into CPKC Stadium to support the Kansas City Current, bringing some NFL star power to an already electric night of women's soccer.
With Mahomes wearing multiple hats these days—quarterback, MVP, and now part-owner of the city's NWSL team—his off-field presence is becoming just as impactful as what he does on Sundays.
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Kansas City Chiefs
unite behind Patrick Mahomes as unbeaten Current dominate the spotlight
It wasn't just another night at CPKC Stadium. The Current, sitting on the best record in the league at 9-0-2, were hosting Racing Louisville, and among the crowd were a few familiar faces from Arrowhead.
Patrick Mahomes
led the way, joined by teammates Chris Oladokun, Brashard Smith, Omarr Norman-Lott, and even head coach Andy Reid.
The team's official Instagram posted, 'The Chiefs are in Teal Town tonight 🩵,' alongside a string of photos showing Mahomes and the crew enjoying the match.
This wasn't just a casual outing. Mahomes and his wife, Brittany, have been part of the Current's ownership group since 2023, and they've been fully involved ever since. From showing up to games to using their platforms to grow the league's visibility, their support has been loud and consistent.
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The Current, meanwhile, are on a tear. With forward Temwa Chawinga leading the charge at seven goals, the squad is eyeing a serious title run. And having the city's biggest sports stars behind them only adds fuel to the fire.
Patrick Mahomes balances
Super Bowl chase
with growing Kansas City legacy off the field
While Mahomes' numbers in 2024 weren't his flashiest—he finished with 3,928 yards, 26 touchdowns, and 11 picks—he still guided the Chiefs to the NFL's best record. And more importantly, he's still chasing that fourth Super Bowl ring.
That next chapter begins soon, with the Chiefs set to kick off the 2025 NFL season in São Paulo, Brazil, where they'll face the Los Angeles Chargers in a historic Friday night opener on September 5. But until then, Mahomes seems just as locked in off the field, building community and showing up where it matters.
Whether it's a playoff game or a regular Saturday night at a soccer stadium, the face of the franchise is always representing—and fans in Kansas City are taking notice.
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