KC Current's Temwa Chawinga Cleared to Return from Injury

Two-time NWSL MVP set to play in home match against NJ/NY Gotham FC

Apr. 3, 2026 at 4:24pm

A dynamic, abstract painting in neon colors depicting the explosive movement and energy of a female soccer player dribbling the ball down the field.The return of star forward Temwa Chawinga injects new energy into the Kansas City Current's season as they look to bounce back from a recent slump.Kansas City Today

The Kansas City Current have announced that star forward Temwa Chawinga has been removed from the season-ending injury (SEI) list and will be available to play in the team's upcoming home match against NJ/NY Gotham FC. Chawinga, the reigning and two-time NWSL MVP, has been sidelined with an injury, but her return comes as the Current look to snap a three-game losing streak.

Why it matters

Chawinga's return is a major boost for the Current, who have struggled to start the season after a dominant 2025 campaign. As one of the league's top players, her presence on the field will be crucial in helping the team get back on track and compete for another NWSL title.

The details

The NWSL and the Kansas City Current officially announced that Temwa Chawinga has been removed from the season-ending injury list and will be available to play in the team's upcoming home match against NJ/NY Gotham FC. Chawinga, who has won the NWSL MVP award in each of the last two seasons, has been sidelined with an undisclosed injury, but her recovery and return to the lineup comes at a crucial time for the Current, who are in the midst of a three-game losing streak.

  • Chawinga will be available for the Current's home match against NJ/NY Gotham FC on April 4, 2026.

The players

Temwa Chawinga

A two-time NWSL MVP and star forward for the Kansas City Current.

Chris Armas

The new head coach of the Kansas City Current.

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What they’re saying

“We're thrilled to have Temwa back on the field and ready to contribute. Her presence will be a huge boost for our team as we look to turn things around.”

— Chris Armas, Head Coach, Kansas City Current

What’s next

The Kansas City Current will host NJ/NY Gotham FC on April 4, 2026, with Temwa Chawinga expected to make her return to the lineup.

The takeaway

Temwa Chawinga's return from injury is a major development for the Kansas City Current, who will look to their star forward to help them snap a three-game losing streak and regain their form as one of the top teams in the NWSL.