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Chills! Fantastic video courtesy of MLSsoccer.com showing the highlights of the 2013 MLS Cup Match at Sporting Park. Two great teams' best and hardest moments of the game all in one video. 

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Kick TV came to town for the MLS Cup and brought the Brazuca! It's the official match ball by adidas for the 2014 FIFA World Cup. They tested it out in a few familiar Kansas City spots! 

Liberty Memorial

Swope Soccer Village

Woodside Health & Tennis Club

Sporting Park

Sheraton Kansas City at Crown Center

The Guild

The World Cup Draw Results can be seen here. Kansas City will be watching with the rest of the world! 

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Hungry before the game?

Brunch before the big game! Here are some Kansas City area options to get you going.

Succotash  2601 Holmes Street Opens at 8 a.m.

Whether you're craving pancakes, eggs benedict or biscuits & gravy, Succotash has you covered. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options available.

Beer Kitchen  435 Westport Road Opens at 9 a.m.

Known for its extensive beer list and out-of-this-world fries, Beer Kitchen also has an impressive breakfast and brunch. Feast on salted pecan caramel rolls, zucchini potato latkes, and their signature "Dutch Baby" baked pancakes. Vegetarian and vegan options available.

The Farmhouse  300 Delaware Street Opens at 9 a.m.

Offering staples like pumpkin flapjacks and polenta napoleon as well as daily specials, Farmhouse offers delicious breakfasts both sweet and savory. Vegetarian and vegan options available.

Lamar's Donuts  3395 Main Street Opens at 5:30 a.m.

Sometimes you just want donuts. Pick up an extra Bizmark for us, and we won't tell.

MeMa's Bakery 1829 Village West Parkway Opens at 9 a.m.

Located across the street from Sporting Park, MeMa's offers homemade pastries of all kinds, including the Kansas City staple Povitica.

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Game On!

Stay warm and saddle up to one of these area sports bars for any of the big games you're looking to watch today. Call ahead to make sure the screens will be playing the team you want to see!

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#MLSCup: Letter from Robb Heineman

Read the full article here.

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MLS Digital HQ covering all things #MLScup in Kansas City! 

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Forget something?

With Saturday's temps not breaking 30 degrees (!), it might be wise to stock up on extra hats, gloves, hand warmers and snow suits (seriously!). Lucky for you, Sporting Park is nearby lots of places to pick up a few of these items! 

Try and stay warm out there, KC!

Target 10900 Stadium Parkway Saturday hours: 8 am-10 pm

JC Penney 10904 Stadium Parkway Saturday hours: 7 am - 11 pm

Legends Outlets Village West Parkway off of I-435 Open 9 am - 10 pm

Stores include:

Gap Outlet

Old Navy Outlet

adidas Outlet

QuikTrip  8200 Parallel Parkway Open 24 hours

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Post-show party on

Headed to MLS Cup Last Night Out? Keep the party going after Portugal the Man leaves the stage at these late night bars near KCP&L District.

Flying Saucer Draught Emporium 101 East 13th Street Open until 2 a.m.

The Dubliner 170 East 14th Street Open until 3 a.m.

The Chesterfield 1400 Main Street (inside the Alamo Drafthouse Mainstreet Cinema)  Open until 1 a.m. 18 and over to enter

Z-Strike Bowling 1370 Grand Boulevard Open until 3 a.m. 21 and over after 9 p.m.

Anton's 1610 Main Street Open until 1:30 a.m.

Milwaukee Deli Company 101 West 9th Street Open until 1:00am

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Match Day Central

10:00 am:  

East Box Office opens

11:00 am: 

Parking lots open

Soccer Celebration begins in Lot D with interactive displays and fan giveaways

12:00 pm:

Sprint Plaza Box Office opens

Boulevard Members Club opens to all Members Stand ticket holders, the firs 500 Season Ticket Members, and all Cauldron members

12:30 pm:

Sprint Plaza Opens

1:00 pm:

West Tower Opens

Fans may begin accessing their seats

3:00 pm:

Sporting KC vs Real Salt Lake

Post-Match: 

Boulevard Members Club opens to all fans

Trophy presentation on field

Source: Sporting KC

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MLS Cup Official Schedule of Events

The excitement is building in Kansas City as we prepare for the MLS Cup at Sporting Park! Events begin at 10:00am on Friday as the soccer fans from around the globe will gather to watch the World Cup draw in Brazil.

FRIDAY

10:00am: Road to Brazil Watch Party @ Boulevard Members Club

7:30pm: MLS Last Night Out @ Kansas City Power & Light

SATURDAY

3:00pm: GAME ON! The #MLScup in #KC begins. The match will kick off at 3 p.m. and can be seen nationally on ESPN and UniMas. It can also be heard locally on Sports Radio 810-WHB.

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Join Major League Soccer, Sporting KC and 96.5 the Buzz for a FREE Portugal the Man concert at the Kansas City Power & Light District Friday night!

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Game on in Kansas City! The battle for the MLS Cup goes down at Sporting Park on December 7, 2013. 

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Welcome to the Kansas City MLS Cup Command Center, brought to you by VisitKC, Major League Soccer and Graphicmachine!

We're gearing up to help make your #KC MLS Cup experience a great one. Watch this space for news on events, watch parties and all things #KC as 2013 MLS Cup events get underway!

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[ARTICLE] Sporting KC advances to MLS Cup 2013, will host final on Dec. 7 at Sporting Park.

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Sporting KC will take on Houston Dynamo at Sporting Park in the battle for the Eastern Conference Championship.

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AS Roma routs MLS All-Stars 3-1 at Sporting Park - KansasCity.com

“The game didn’t go our way, but if you look at the week as a whole — the experience — Kansas City was unbelievable,” Sporting Kansas City centerback and two-time all-star Matt Besler said.

We couldn't agree more, Matt!

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Leaving Tomorrow? Keep These KCI Travel Tips In Mind

While the highlight of MLS All-Star Week is the big game, tomorrow visitors will focus on getting back home. With bags of souvenirs and heads full of #MLSallstar memories, crowds will gather at Kansas City International Airport to head back to their respective homes. We checked in with Joe McBride at KCI and asked for his top tips you should consider for your departure tomorrow. Also, be sure to follow @kciairport on Twitter.

Check flykci.com for real-time flight info

Arrive at least 2 hours early; crowds will be heavy

Return rental cars on Bern St., turn left. A bus will take you to the terminal.

Be prepared at security. No liquids over 3 oz.

New food inside @SouthwestAir security: Starbucks, Pork & Pickle

New food outside security: California Pizza Kitchen, Farmers Markets, Missouri Vineyards

Forget to buy a Sporting Kansas City hat? Sporting KC souvenirs and apparel are available in all KCI shops.

Be sure to check in on @Foursquare @KCIAirport with #KC #MLSallstar!

-Tips compiled by @sdgully and @kciairport

Image via Kansas City International Airport