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San Antonio FC hopes to take advantage of opportunity to earn playoff bid
Read full article: San Antonio FC hopes to take advantage of opportunity to earn playoff bidSan Antonio FC only won three games during June, July and August. Somehow, in October, the club still has an outside shot at making the playoffs.
San Antonio FC brings back reigning USL Championship Final MVP Santiago PatiƱo
Read full article: San Antonio FC brings back reigning USL Championship Final MVP Santiago PatiƱoSAFC announced itās adding yet another elite goal scorer to the team and a familiar face ā reigning USL Championship Final MVP Santiago PatiƱo.
CHAMPIONS: San Antonio FC tops Louisville City FC 3-1, claims first USL Title
Read full article: CHAMPIONS: San Antonio FC tops Louisville City FC 3-1, claims first USL TitleOn Sunday evening, San Antonio FC dominated Louisville City FC from start to finish in a 3-1 victory and claimed the franchise's first USL Championship Title.
Nathan, PatiƱo power San Antonio FC to first playoff win since 2017
Read full article: Nathan, PatiƱo power San Antonio FC to first playoff win since 2017Nathan and Santiago Patino each scored goals in the first half, as San Antonio FC won their first playoff game in four years, 2-0 over San Diego Loyal SC on Friday night.
Battle-tested San Antonio FC weathered early-season storm, ready for first round of USL playoffs
Read full article: Battle-tested San Antonio FC weathered early-season storm, ready for first round of USL playoffsSan Antonio FC faces San Diego Royal in a first-round playoff clash in the United Soccer League at Toyota Stadium at 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 5.
FEATURE: St. Maryās Universityās Ollie Wright carving out important role with San Antonio FC
Read full article: FEATURE: St. Maryās Universityās Ollie Wright carving out important role with San Antonio FCSt. Mary's University star Ollie Wright is latest local product to earn his way onto San Antonio FC's first team, and he has already made a significant impact in his first professional season.
PatiƱo scores early, San Antonio FC wins first ever match against Birmingham Legion FC
Read full article: PatiƱo scores early, San Antonio FC wins first ever match against Birmingham Legion FCThanks to some offensive pressure from Jose Gallegos, Santiago PatiƱo scored the opening goal in the first minute of play and San Antonio FC got back in the win column with a 2-1 victory at home in their first ever match against Birmingham Legion on Saturday night.
PERFECT START: PatiƱo scores hat trick, San Antonio FC opens season with 3-0 victory
Read full article: PERFECT START: PatiƱo scores hat trick, San Antonio FC opens season with 3-0 victoryWith fans back at Toyota Field for a home opener for the first time in two years, San Antonio FC did not disappoint. Santiago PatiƱo tallied a hat trick, and the Alamo City club defeated Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC 3-0 on Saturday night.
San Antonio FC looking for returners to step up, establish culture heading into season opener
Read full article: San Antonio FC looking for returners to step up, establish culture heading into season openerWith the USL season now six days away from starting at Toyota Field, San Antonio FC is relying on the returning starters from last year's team to step up and establish the team culture in order to make another run at the playoffs.
San Antonio FC to participate in preseason tournament against MLS clubs
Read full article: San Antonio FC to participate in preseason tournament against MLS clubsSAN ANTONIO ā This time last season, San Antonio FC was in limbo awaiting word from the United Soccer League on when they would resume their season amidst the burgeoning COVID-19 pandemic. On Friday afternoon, the club announced that they would compete in a brand new, three-game preseason tournament that will include round-robin matches against MLS clubs from around the state of Texas. Collectively, the clubs have dubbed this tournament āLa Copita.āAfter their preseason opener against North Texas SC this Saturday, San Antonio will begin play in the tournament with a home-and-home series against FC Dallas starting at Toyota Field on March 27. AdPRESEASON SCHEDULEDate Opponent Location March 20 vs. North Texas SC Toyota Field, San Antonio March 27 vs. FC Dallas* Toyota Field, San Antonio April 2 at FC Dallas* Frisco April 10 at Austin FC* Austin April 24 vs. Rio Grande Valley FC Toros Toyota Field, San Antonio* La Copita tournament gamesDue to ongoing health and safety protocols, all preseason matches will be closed to the public. Unlike last season, which featured a shortened, regionalized schedule, San Antonio FC will be part of the traditional Mountain Division for the 2021 campaign, alongside Austin Bold FC, El Paso Locomotive FC, New Mexico United, RGV FC, Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC and Real Monarchs.
San Antonio FCās season ends in controversial loss to New Mexico United
Read full article: San Antonio FCās season ends in controversial loss to New Mexico UnitedUnfortunately, the teamās magic carpet ride of a season came to an abrupt end on Saturday evening. San Antonioās offense never found the back of the net in a 1-0 overtime loss to New Mexico United in the Western Conference Quarterfinals at Toyota Field. āIt was a clear handball," said defender Joshua Yaro. He used his hand to touch the ball in front of him, so itās a clear handball. It was a clear handball on their goal.
San Antonio FCs Alen Marcina named USL Coach of the Month
Read full article: San Antonio FCs Alen Marcina named USL Coach of the MonthSAN ANTONIO As the only remaining undefeated team in the USL, it is natural that San Antonio FC would garner national recognition. Wednesday afternoon, the USL Championship named Marcina the Coach of the Month for August after he led the Alamo City club to a 5-0-2 record. The August Coach of the Month award goes to @SanAntonioFC's Alen Marcina! More https://t.co/hiuEF7yLKr USL Championship (@USLChampionship) September 9, 2020Its an honor to receive this award, Marcina said. The match is scheduled to begin at 8:30 p.m. CT.MORE SAN ANTONIO FC COVERAGE
Solignac scores fastest goal in club history, San Antonio FC tops RGV FC 3-2
Read full article: Solignac scores fastest goal in club history, San Antonio FC tops RGV FC 3-2SAN ANTONIO ā For the first time since March, fans were allowed into Toyota Field to watch San Antonio FC play a match. With the win, San Antonio improves their record to 8-0-3. His team-leading sixth goal of the season is also the fastest goal in SAFC history -- tied for the fastest in USL history -- and it gave San Antonio a 1-0 lead. Itās Gorskieās first goal as a member of San Antonio FC. Next, San Antonio will hit the road to face El Paso Locomotive FC, their first non-Group D opponent since their season-opener against Real Monarchs SLC.
San Antonio FC hangs on, earns second victory over RGV FC
Read full article: San Antonio FC hangs on, earns second victory over RGV FCSAN ANTONIO Last Sunday, San Antonio FC felt like they gave two points away. This was SAFCs first home match since their 1-0 victory over Real Monarchs SLC in March. With the win, San Antonio improves to 2-0-1 overall, remains unbeaten in regulation and sits atop the Group D standings. That was the big difference for us.San Antonio FC will now hit the road for their next match on Saturday, Aug. 1 against Austin Bold FC. The match is scheduled to begin at 8 p.m.MORE SAN ANTONIO FC COVERAGE
Marcina: San Antonio FC āincredibly excitedā for season restart
Read full article: Marcina: San Antonio FC āincredibly excitedā for season restartSAN ANTONIO ā SECOND UPDATE: San Antonio FCās match against RGV FC has been rescheduled for Sunday, July 19. UPDATE: San Antonio FCās match tomorrow has been postponed due to a positive COVID-19 test from an undisclosed member of the RGV FC organization. Tomorrow night, San Antonio FC will take the pitch for a regular season match for the first time since their season-opening victory over Real Monarchs SLC in March. ā¬ļøš„ #Defend210 pic.twitter.com/W0lQiFwejv ā San Antonio FC (@SanAntonioFC) July 16, 2020Their opponent has already made their return to USL Championship action. We support each other and the guys who are playing while also waiting to step up when our name is called to make the most of any opportunity.āSAFC and RGV FC take the pitch at H-E-B Park tomorrow night at 8 p.m.MORE SAN ANTONIO FC COVERAGE