UFL 2025 Season Kicks Off with Week 1 Matchups and Broadcast Expansion

The Birmingham Stallions begin their title defense as Memphis and DC navigate coaching upheavals in the league's second season.

The 2025 UFL season starts this weekend, featuring four games across Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, with broadcasts on ESPN, ESPN+, Disney+, and Fox.
Defending champions Birmingham Stallions will face the DC Defenders on Sunday, entering the season as favorites with a strong returning roster.
The Memphis Showboats and DC Defenders are dealing with last-minute coaching departures, creating uncertainty for their Week 1 games.
The Michigan Panthers are expected to have an edge in their opener against Memphis due to greater roster and coaching stability.
The UFL continues its focus on fan accessibility, leveraging major broadcast and streaming platforms to grow its audience in its second season.