UFL to Accentuate Friday Night Entertainment in 2025

As confirmed by the United Football League (UFL), matches are all set to return to our screens by late March for a grandiose second season. The robust and vibrant nature of these games is expected to redefine Friday night television, making them the coveted centerpiece of Fox's weekly sports programming.

Unveiling the UFL Broadcasting Plan for the 2025 Season

The UFL, on Thursday, released an intriguing fixture schedule for the approaching season, which notably promises an enthralling game each Friday night, transforming every week of the regular season into a spectacle on Fox.

It’s worth noting that all 43 games, which include 40 regular season and three postseason fixtures, will span across various prominent platforms such as Fox, FS1, ESPN, ESPN2, or ABC. As per the distribution plan, Disney networks will broadcast 22 of these games, while the remaining 21 will be televised on Fox networks.

Majority of UFL Games Broadcasted by ABC or Fox

It's anticipated that the alliance with key broadcasting giants, ABC and Fox, will see about 74 percent of all UFL games aired on their respective networks. Such a partnership assures fans of broad coverage and adds a seamless offering to their experience.

The Teams On Deck for the UFL 2025 Edition

The excitement carries on as all eight teams from the 2024 season will return for the 2025 season. These include the Arlington Renegades, Birmingham Stallions, D.C. Defenders, Houston Roughnecks, Memphis Showboats, Michigan Panthers, San Antonio Brahmas, and St. Louis Battlehawks. Notably, these teams are the ones that survived the USFL-XFL merger.

The Launch and Conclusion of the Season

Football enthusiasts should mark their calendars for the season's opening game scheduled on Friday, March 25, which sees the St. Louis Battlehawks travel to play against the Houston Roughnecks. The regular season's exhilarating run will conclude on Sunday, June 1. Following suit, the crowning glory of the season, the UFL championship, will plunge into action on Saturday, June 14. Certainly, an exciting and memorable season beckons for UFL fans in 2025.