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2025 UFL Season Kicks Off With Battlehawks vs. Roughnecks Amid Unresolved Labor Dispute

Players compete without a finalized collective bargaining agreement, while co-owner Dwayne Johnson is asked to intervene.

Pita Taumoepenu #7 of the St. Louis Battlehawks celebrates a fumble recovery for a touchdown against the San Antonio Brahmas during the third quarter of the XFL Conference Championship Game at The Dome at America’s Center on June 09, 2024 in St Louis, Missouri.
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Overview

  • The 2025 United Football League season officially begins tonight with the St. Louis Battlehawks facing the Houston Roughnecks in Houston.
  • Players are starting the season without a finalized collective bargaining agreement and have appealed to co-owner Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson for assistance in resolving labor issues.
  • The Birmingham Stallions, defending champions and winners of three consecutive spring football titles, remain the favorites with a strong roster including Alex McGough and Matt Corral.
  • The league's opening weekend features four games, including a Sunday doubleheader on ESPN, with expanded TV coverage on ESPN, FOX, and streaming platforms.
  • Several teams, including the Memphis Showboats and DC Defenders, face challenges due to last-minute coaching changes ahead of their season openers.