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San Antonio FC opens second half of USL season on July Fourth holiday against Monterey Bay
By Ashley Gonzalez, Larry Ramirez, Patrick Alvarez at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· July 3, 2026
· 3 min read
After a long road trip and fresh off the USL’s league-wide mental health break, where each team gets a week off, San Antonio FC is back at home against Monterey Bay on July 4. SAFC sits second in the Western Conference standings (6-6-2) heading into the second half of the season. The team has bee...
Key takeaway SAFC sits second in the Western Conference standings (6-6-2) heading into the second half of the season.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
As San Antonio FC kicks off the second half of the USL season at home, the July 4 match against Monterey Bay takes on added significance for the local community. With the team sitting second in the Western Conference standings, a strong performance in front of a home crowd could help build momentum and energize fans heading into the summer months. The fact that Monterey Bay has found new rhythm after a mid-season coaching change adds an extra layer of intrigue, and SAFC's ability to adapt and respond will be closely watched. For Alamo Heights residents and San Antonio FC fans, this match is a chance to see the team's resilience and character in action, and a win could help cement the team's position as a contender in the Western Conference. With the South Texas heat likely to play a factor, SAFC will look to use their home-field advantage to pick up crucial points and make a push for the top spot.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 3, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? After a long road trip and fresh off the USL’s league-wide mental health break, where each team gets a week off, San Antonio FC is back at home against Monterey Bay on July 4. SAFC sits second in the Western Conference standings (6-6-2) heading into the second half of the season. The team has bee...
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