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1. Conquering Canada
Sporting KC is back in the national spotlight Friday when the club visits star-studded Toronto FC in a 6:30 p.m. CT kickoff of FS1 and Sports Radio 810 WHB. On Wednesday, Manager Peter Vermes assessed his squad following this week’s international break and lauded Toronto’s mix of talent and experience.