San Antonio FC kicked off its 2026 USL Championship season with a home match against Phoenix Rising FC on Saturday, March 7th at Toyota Field, marking the beginning of a season featuring extensive broadcast coverage. The match was streamed on ESPN+, according to the official schedule released by San Antonio FC on March 5, 2026 [San Antonio FC Broadcast Schedule]. This game is the first of many opportunities for fans to follow SAFC’s progress throughout the season, with several matches slated for national and regional broadcasts.
The USL Championship, the second tier of professional soccer in the United States below Major League Soccer (MLS), comprises 31 teams [USL Championship]. San Antonio FC’s 2026 season is presented by Toyota, and the club is set to appear in five national broadcasts and six matches on CBS Sports Golazo Network, demonstrating the growing visibility of the team and the league.
Broadcast Schedule Highlights
San Antonio FC’s broadcast schedule includes three national broadcasts on ESPN2, beginning with a match against Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC on June 24th. Additional ESPN2 broadcasts feature contests against Sacramento Republic FC on September 20th and Chattanooga Red Wolves SC on July 11th. The team will also be featured on CBS Sports Network in two matches: a visit to Sporting Club Jacksonville on May 27th and a home game against Indy Eleven on July 31st [San Antonio FC Broadcast Schedule]. Five road matches and one home match will be available on CBS Sports Golazo Network between March and August.
CBS Sports Golazo Network is a free streaming platform accessible via the Paramount+ app, the Golazo website, CBSSports.com, and the CBS Sports App. The remaining USL Championship and Prinx Tires USL Cup matches will be broadcast on ESPN+. Fans can access live scores and match details on platforms like Sofascore [Sofascore], which provides real-time updates, lineups, and statistics.
Match Details and Odds
As of March 7, 2026, the San Antonio FC versus Phoenix Rising FC match is scheduled to begin at 7:30 p.m. CDT. According to Fox Sports, San Antonio FC is favored to win with odds of +130, while Phoenix Rising FC is at +205 [Fox Sports]. The over/under for total goals is set at 2.5, with odds of -105 for over and -132 for under.
Recent form indicates a mixed record for both teams. San Antonio FC recently suffered losses against New Mexico United (2-0) and El Paso Locomotive FC (5-2), while Phoenix Rising FC secured a 1-0 victory against San Antonio FC and a draw against Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC (0-0) [FotMob]. The head-to-head record between the two teams currently stands at 7 wins for San Antonio FC, 8 wins for Phoenix Rising FC, and 3 draws.
Looking Ahead
The outcome of this opening match sets the tone for San Antonio FC’s 2026 campaign. With a robust broadcast schedule and a competitive league landscape, the team aims to build on its past successes and contend for the USL Championship title. Fans can expect continued coverage and updates throughout the season as SAFC navigates a challenging schedule and strives for victory.
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