The Kansas City Chiefs represent an established and highly successful NFL franchise with a rich history and strong community ties, while Inter Miami CF is a rapidly growing MLS team boosted by star power and a vibrant fan base. The Chiefs boast greater financial value and stadium capacity, reflecting their long-standing presence in American football. Inter Miami CF, though newer, has quickly become a major attraction in soccer, demonstrating the impact of strategic player acquisitions and community engagement.
| Attribute | Kansas City Chiefs | Inter Miami CF |
|---|---|---|
| Team Location | Kansas City, Missouri | Miami metropolitan area, specifically Fort Lauderdale, Florida (Chase Stadium), future move to Miami Freedom Park in 2026 |
| League | National Football League (NFL), American Football Conference (AFC) West division | Major League Soccer (MLS), Eastern Conference |
| Championship Wins | AFL Championships: 3 (1962, 1966, 1969); Super Bowl Championships: 4 (1969 (IV), 2019 (LIV), 2022 (LVII), 2023 (LVIII)); Conference Championships: 5 (2019, 2020, 2022, 2023, 2024); Division Championships: 17 (AFL Western: 1962, 1966; AFC West: 1971, 1993, 1995, 1997, 2003, 2010, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024) | Leagues Cup (2023), Supporters' Shield (2024) |
| Star Players | Current: Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce; Historical: Len Dawson, Willie Lanier, Bobby Bell, Buck Buchanan, Derrick Thomas, Tony Gonzalez, Jamaal Charles | Lionel Messi, Luis Su 00e1rez, Sergio Busquets, Jordi Alba |
| Stadium Capacity | 76,416 | Chase Stadium: 21,550, Miami Freedom Park: 25,000 or 27,000 |
| Team Value | Over US$4.85 billion (entering the 2024 season) | $1.2 billion (as of 2025) |
| Fan Base Size | Large and passionate, often referred to as "Chiefs Kingdom" | Passionate and growing, supported by The Siege, Southern Legion, and Vice City 1896 |
| Ticket Prices | Prices vary depending on the game, seat location, and opponent. Starting prices can be around $11, but can increase significantly. | $23 to over $1,000 (average $193) |
| Team History | Founded as the Dallas Texans in 1960 as part of the American Football League (AFL). In 1963, the team moved to Kansas City and became the Chiefs. They joined the NFL in 1970 after the AFL-NFL merger. | Founded January 29, 2018, began playing in 2020, co-owned by David Beckham |
| Coaching Staff | Andy Reid is the head coach. | Head Coach: Javier Mascherano, Assistant Coaches: Lucas Rodr 00edguez Pagano, Leandro Stillitano, Javier Morales, Goalkeeper Coach: Mauro Dobler, Fitness Coach: Pablo Blanco, Video Analysts: Lucio Stortoni and Erik Marquis |
| Community Involvement | Actively involved in the Kansas City community through various programs and initiatives. Focus on health and wellness, supporting families and children, and legacy initiatives. The Hunt Family Foundation supports numerous local charities. The team hosts food drives, blood drives, and holiday gift programs. Support youth football through various programs. Partner with organizations like the YMCA to offer flag football programs. Support programs that educate parents and coaches. Involved in "Chiefs Kingdom Kids," which provides youth-focused programming. | Youth soccer programs, partnership with Florida Blue, Inter Miami CF Foundation |
| Rivalries | Games against the Las Vegas Raiders, Los Angeles Chargers, and Denver Broncos are divisional rivalries. Other notable rivalry games include those against the Buffalo Bills and Philadelphia Eagles. | Orlando City SC, Atlanta United FC, Nashville SC |