Kickoff: Saturday, April 13 (5:30 PM PST)
Where: Toyota Field (San Antonio, TX)
How to Watch: ESPN+, CBS KCAL Channel 9, The Harp Inn in Costa Mesa with The County Line Coalition
Orange County SC finishes their road trip in the Lone Star State when they travel to Toyota Field in San Antonio, TX to face San Antonio FC on Saturday, April 13. It is a tale of two streaks, as SAFC look to defend their 11 match unbeaten streak at home, while the Black and Orange carry a five match road unbeaten streak into Saturday’s contest. Something’s gotta give…
TEXAS TWO STEP
San Antonio FC enter Saturday in 5th place in the Western Conference. They were knocked from the undefeated ranks their last time out, when they suffered a 1-0 to the Las Vegas Lights at Cashman Field. However, back home in Texas, Toyota Field has been a fortress for the Black and Silver over the past few years. Just how well have SAFC fared at home? They’ve lost just two matches at Toyota Field in their last 37 regular season matches played at home (20-15-2). In their three home matches so far this year, they have scored at least two goals and have gone undefeated in that stretch (2-1-0). There’s a new goalkeeper protecting the posts for SAFC after the departure of Jordan Farr in the offseason, when San Antonio brought goalkeeper Pablo Sisniega into the fold from Crown Legacy FC of MLS Next Pro. Former USMNT forward Juan Agudelo has two goal contributions this year and former LA Galaxy II midfielder Jorge Hernandez leads the team in assists (3) and chances created (17).
2024 Regular Season Record: 2-2-1 (5th in USL-C Western Conference)
Goals Scored: 8 | Goals Allowed: 6 | Clean Sheets: 0
Players to Watch
M Jorge Hernandez
F Kevon Lambert
A MILESTONE DAY IN MEMPHIS
Orange County SC retained their position on top of the USL Championship’s Western Conference after a 2-0 victory over Memphis 901 FC last Saturday at AutoZone Park in Memphis, TN. Goals from midfielder Brian Iloski and forward Thomas Amang secured all three points for the Black and Orange, who remained undefeated on the young 2024 season. Goalkeeper Colin Shutler recorded two saves in his third shutout of the season, placing him in a share of the league lead for clean sheets. It also marked the 101st match in an Orange County shirt for Iloski, setting a new club record for most appearances all-time (Michael Orozco, 100). Midfielder Seth Casiple entered the match as a substitute in the 67th minute, playing in his 200th career USL Championship regular season match. It was also the first start of the season for midfielder Kyle Scott, who turned in a Man of the Match performance completing 34/39 passes, winning 8/10 duels, 3/3 tackles, and had two interceptions in 67 minutes.
Players to Watch
F Cameron Dunbar
D Andrew Fox
All-time record:
Orange County SC is 5-4-4 all-time against San Antonio FC.
Previous Matchup: 2023 USL Championship
Orange County SC 1 – 0 San Antonio FC (Championship Stadium, Irvine, CA)
Scoring summary: Milan Iloski 44’ (OCSC)
THE GNARLIEST PARTY IN TOWN!
Orange County SC returns home to Championship Stadium at the Great Park in Irvine next Saturday, April 20 when they host Northern California rival Sacramento Republic FC on Gnarly’s Birthday Party! Grab the whole family and head on down to The Champ for Carnival Games, a DJ and a birthday party with Gnarly and some of his mascot friends! A limited number of tickets are still available, grab yours here today!
A TIMELESS TAKE ON A COUNTY CLASSIC
Orange County SC launched their 2024 home kit, the Classic kit earlier this season. The Classic kit is the first time that OCSC is playing in their correct shade of orange, thanks to our new official kit supplier at hummel. The kit has black accents on the collar and the sleeve that each hold orange wave designs. The kit is a nod to our home of Orange County and the classic soccer kits of the 90s with the black collar. You can purchase your Classic kit and more at ocscshop.com today!
SECURE YOUR SEAT FOR 2024!
The only way to secure your seat for every Orange County SC home match in 2024 is by becoming a season ticket holder! Becoming a season ticket holder comes with special benefits, like your own entrance at The Champ, a ticket to one away game of your choice and much more! Grab yours today at orangecountysoccer.com/season-tickets.