2026 UFL Playoff Schedule: Kickoff Times and TV Coverage
The buzz is real—the United Football League (UFL) Playoff Schedule for 2026 is here. After a wild regular season, the top four teams are set to battle it out for a shot at the newly named “United Bowl,” the league’s championship game.
The playoffs start with two semifinals on Sunday, June 7, 2026. Everything wraps up with the United Bowl on Saturday, June 13, 2026.
Let’s get into the details—kickoff times, matchups, and how you can watch it all.
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Semifinal Showdowns: June 7, 2026
The UFL playoffs open with two semifinals on June 7. The stakes are high, and honestly, there’s a good chance we’ll see some surprises.
Let’s break down each game on the schedule:
Orlando Storm vs. DC Defenders
The top-seeded Orlando Storm (8-2) square off against the No. 4 DC Defenders (5-5) in the first game. Daytona Stadium in Daytona Beach, Florida, hosts this one, with kickoff at 3:00 PM ET.
You can catch it live on ABC. By the way, Orlando’s usual home, Inter&Co Stadium, wasn’t available because of some international soccer thing—so, Daytona it is.
- Teams: Orlando Storm vs. DC Defenders
- Date: Sunday, June 7, 2026
- Time: 3:00 PM ET
- Location: Daytona Stadium, Daytona Beach, FL
- TV: ABC
St. Louis Battlehawks vs. Louisville Kings
The second semifinal features the No. 2 St. Louis Battlehawks (6-4) taking on the No. 3 Louisville Kings (6-4). They’ll play at The Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis, Missouri.
Kickoff is set for 6:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM CT, and FOX has the broadcast. Should be a rowdy crowd in St. Louis.
- Teams: St. Louis Battlehawks vs. Louisville Kings
- Date: Sunday, June 7, 2026
- Time: 6:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM CT
- Location: The Dome at America’s Center, St. Louis, MO
- TV: FOX
The Road to the United Bowl
The winners of those two games punch their ticket to the United Bowl. That’s the UFL’s big finale.
This year’s championship goes down on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Audi Field in Washington, D.C. Kickoff is at 3:00 PM ET, with ABC covering it live.
United Bowl Details
- Date: Saturday, June 13, 2026
- Time: 3:00 PM ET
- Location: Audi Field, Washington, D.C.
- TV: ABC
What to Expect from the Semifinals
Looking ahead, there’s no shortage of storylines or players worth keeping an eye on. Let’s take a quick look at each matchup.
Orlando Storm vs. DC Defenders
Orlando’s been rolling all season, finishing 8-2. Their quarterback leads the charge, and the defense has been tough all year.
But the DC Defenders are scrappy. They’re 5-5, but they’ve pulled off a few upsets, so don’t count them out just yet. This one could turn on a single play.
St. Louis Battlehawks vs. Louisville Kings
This matchup looks like a toss-up. Both teams finished 6-4, and honestly, either could advance.
St. Louis has home-field advantage and a stingy defense. Louisville’s offense can light it up, so it’s anyone’s guess who’ll come out on top.
How to Watch the UFL Playoffs
Want to watch the action? Here’s where and when to tune in:
- Orlando Storm vs. DC Defenders: Sunday, June 7, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET on ABC
- St. Louis Battlehawks vs. Louisville Kings: Sunday, June 7, 2026, at 6:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM CT on FOX
- United Bowl: Saturday, June 13, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET on ABC
For the latest on the UFL playoff schedule and news, check out the official UFL playoff schedule page. It’s the best way to stay in the loop.
Conclusion
The UFL season is heading into its final stretch. The top teams are gearing up for a real clash, and honestly, it feels like anything could happen.
Semifinals kick off on June 7. You can expect some wild moments and maybe a few surprises along the way.
The United Bowl, set for June 13, is where it all comes down to one last game. Will your favorite team pull it off?
