Key Points:
- The United Football League (UFL) announced its inaugural 2024 season schedule today.
- The season features 43 games, including 40 regular season games, two Conference Championships, and one Championship game.
- Fans can watch the games on major networks including ABC, FOX, ESPN, FS1, and ESPN2, with 72% of games airing on broadcast television.
UFL Announces Inaugural 2024 Season Schedule
The United Football League revealed its much-anticipated 2024 season schedule today, marking a historic moment for spring football. The season promises 43 adrenaline-packed games, starting on Saturday, March 30, 2024, with a showdown between the 2023 champions: Birmingham Stallions and Arlington Renegades at Choctaw Stadium. The league, split into two conferences, offers a dynamic mix of six in-conference games and four inter-conference matchups for each team.
The Conference Championships will pit the top two teams with the best records in their respective conferences against each other
Games on ESPN and ABC will be streamed on ESPN+ and FOX games will stream on the FOX Sports App.
- 72% of all UFL games will air on broadcast television (ABC or FOX)
- ABC 10
- FOX 21
- ESPN 10
- ESPN2 1
- FS1 1
Broadcast Innovations and Partnerships
UFL President/CEO Russ Brandon emphasized the league’s partnership with FOX and ESPN, projecting a revolutionary viewing experience for fans. This collaboration aims to broadcast 72% of UFL games on major networks, ensuring wide coverage and accessibility. Bill Wanger of FOX Sports and Tim Reed of ESPN shared their enthusiasm about showcasing the league’s top-notch play and innovative rules, promising an immersive experience for the audience.
“We can’t wait to kick off the United Football League’s inaugural season and showcase the league’s exceptional on-the-field play to football fans across the country,” said Bill Wanger, FOX Sports EVP, Head of Programming & Scheduling. “Perhaps most critically, this new partnership brings unprecedented distribution for spring football with nearly three-quarters of games airing on broadcast television. It is a testament to the collaborative efforts of the league office, media partners and host cities to maximize exposure to contribute to the UFL’s success.”
Ticket Sales and Game Highlights
The press release also shared exciting news for fans eager to attend the games. Season tickets are currently on sale, with single-game tickets available for presale starting February 20 and to the general public on February 22. The opening weekend features captivating matchups, including St. Louis Battlehawks at Michigan Panthers and D.C. Defenders at San Antonio Brahmas, ensuring a thrilling start to the season.
UFL 2024 Season: A New Era in Football
With a comprehensive list of games, venues, and broadcast details, the UFL is set to captivate football enthusiasts across the country. Fans can expect high-quality play, innovative rules, and comprehensive coverage across various platforms.
2024 UFL SCHEDULE (all times ET)
| DATE | Time (ET) | Teams (Away at. Home) | NETWORK | |
| Week 1 | Saturday, March 30 | 1:00 PM | Birmingham Stallions at Arlington Renegades | FOX |
| Saturday, March 30 | 4:00 PM | St. Louis Battlehawks atMichigan Panthers | FOX | |
| Sunday, March 31 | 12:00 PM | D.C. Defenders atSan Antonio Brahmas | ESPN | |
| Sunday, March 31 | 3:00 PM | Memphis Showboats atHouston Roughnecks | ESPN | |
| Week 2 | Saturday, April 6 | 12:00 PM | San Antonio Brahmas atMemphis Showboats | ESPN |
| Saturday, April 6 | 8:00 PM | Arlington Renegades atSt. Louis Battlehawks | ABC | |
| Sunday, April 7 | 12:00 PM | Birmingham Stallions atMichigan Panthers | ESPN | |
| Sunday, April 7 | 4:00 PM | Houston Roughnecks atD.C. Defenders | FOX | |
| Week 3 | Saturday, April 13 | 1:00 PM | D.C. Defenders atArlington Renegades | ESPN |
| Saturday, April 13 | 7:00 PM | Memphis Showboats atBirmingham Stallions | FOX | |
| Sunday, April 14 | 12:00 PM | Houston Roughnecks atMichigan Panthers | ABC | |
| Sunday, April 14 | 3:00 PM | St. Louis Battlehawks atSan Antonio Brahmas | ABC | |
| Week 4 | Saturday, April 20 | 12:30 PM | Memphis Showboats at St. Louis Battlehawks | ABC |
| Saturday, April 20 | 7:00 PM | D.C. Defenders atBirmingham Stallions | FOX* | |
| Saturday, April 20 | 7:00 PM | Michigan Panthers atSan Antonio Brahmas | FOX* | |
| Sunday, April 21 | 2:00 PM | Arlington Renegades atHouston Roughnecks | FS1 | |
| Week 5 | Saturday, April 27 | 7:00 PM | San Antonio Brahmas atArlington Renegades | FOX |
| Saturday, April 27 | 7:00 PM | Birmingham Stallions atHouston Roughnecks | FOX | |
| Sunday, April 28 | 12:00 PM | St. Louis Battlehawks atD.C. Defenders | ESPN | |
| Sunday, April 28 | 3:00 PM | Michigan Panthers atMemphis Showboats | FOX | |
| Week 6 | Saturday, May 4 | 12:00 PM | Birmingham Stallions atMemphis Showboats | ABC |
| Saturday, May 4 | 3:00 PM | Houston Roughnecks atSt. Louis Battlehawks | FOX | |
| Sunday, May 5 | 1:00 PM | Arlington Renegades atMichigan Panthers | FOX | |
| Sunday, May 5 | 4:00 PM | San Antonio Brahmas atD.C. Defenders | FOX | |
| Week 7 | Saturday, May 11 | 1:00 PM | Memphis Showboats atArlington Renegades | ESPN |
| Saturday, May 11 | 4:00 PM | St. Louis Battlehawks atBirmingham Stallions | FOX | |
| Sunday, May 12 | 12:00 PM | Michigan Panthers atD.C. Defenders | ESPN | |
| Sunday, May 12 | 3:00 PM | San Antonio Brahmas atHouston Roughnecks | ESPN | |
| Week 8 | Saturday, May 18 | 4:00 PM | Memphis Showboats atMichigan Panthers | FOX |
| Saturday, May 18 | 8:00 PM | Houston Roughnecks atBirmingham Stallions | ESPN2 | |
| Sunday, May 19 | 12:00 PM | D.C. Defenders atSt. Louis Battlehawks | ABC | |
| Sunday, May 19 | 4:00 PM | Arlington Renegades atSan Antonio Brahmas | FOX | |
| Week 9 | Saturday, May 25 | 12:00 PM | St. Louis Battlehawks atArlington Renegades | ABC |
| Saturday, May 25 | 3:00 PM | Birmingham Stallions atSan Antonio Brahmas | ABC | |
| Sunday, May 26 | 2:30 PM | D.C. Defenders atMemphis Showboats | FOX | |
| Sunday, May 26 | 2:30 PM | Michigan Panthers atHouston Roughnecks | FOX | |
| Week 10 | Saturday, June 1 | 12:00 PM | Michigan Panthers atBirmingham Stallions | ESPN |
| Saturday, June 1 | 4:00 PM | San Antonio Brahmas atSt. Louis Battlehawks | FOX | |
| Sunday, June 2 | 12:00 PM | Arlington Renegades atD.C. Defenders | ABC | |
| Sunday, June 2 | 7:00 PM | Houston Roughnecks at Memphis Showboats | FOX | |
| ConferenceChampionships | Saturday, June 8 | 3:00 PM | Conference Championship | ABC |
| Sunday, June 9 | TBA | Conference Championship | FOX | |
| UFL Championship | Sunday, June 16 | TBA | UFL Championship (TBA) | FOX |
The United Football League’s inaugural season is poised to redefine spring football, offering fans a new realm of excitement and competition. With the stage set for memorable matchups and extensive broadcast coverage, the 2024 UFL season is set to make a significant impact on the football landscape.
