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San Antonio FC and Sacramento clash in critical playoff match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 1:00 PM

Last updated Sep 18, 2026

San Antonio FC and Sacramento clash in critical playoff match

Summary

San Antonio FC faces Sacramento Republic FC on September 18, 2026, in a pivotal match for USL Championship playoff positioning. Both teams are tied with 36 points, with San Antonio in seventh place and Sacramento fifth in the Western Conference. San Antonio has struggled, winning only once in its last five matches, and seeks to turn the tide after a 2-1 loss to Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC. Sacramento comes into the game after securing a 1-0 victory over Detroit City FC. The matchup holds significant implications, as just three points separate San Antonio from dropping below the playoff line.

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By the Numbers

•San Antonio FC has 36 points, placed seventh in the Western Conference.
•Sacramento Republic FC also has 36 points, currently fifth in the standings.
•San Antonio lost 2-1 to Colorado Springs in its last match.
•Sacramento defeated Detroit City FC 1-0 last week.
•The match kicks off at Heart Health Park in Sacramento at 6 p.m.

Latest Updates

1:00 PMYahoo Sports — San Antonio FC embraces pressure of playoff hunt in road match against Sacramento

What they're saying

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San Antonio midfielder Luke Haakenson says he and the team are primed to qualify for the playoffs with only six weeks left in the USL Championship season.
— Yahoo Sports

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