Welcome to the latest edition of the USL Super League Race to the Playoffs, where we provide weekly information on where teams stand in their bid to reach the 2025 USL Super League Playoffs.
Last weekend’s matches saw Tampa Bay Sun FC pick up a huge win in a No. 2 vs. No. 3 matchup against Dallas Trinity FC even after going down a player due to a red card in the 25th minute. Brooklyn FC and Spokane Zephyr FC also came away with three points and remain tied for the final playoff spot.
Now, let’s take a look at Week 32’s fixtures and how their outcomes can impact the playoff picture.
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Dallas Trinity needs a win against DC this week after dropping points in an uncharacteristic loss to Tampa Bay last Sunday. Trinity now has only a one-point lead over the Sun, with both teams having three matches left on the calendar. Carolina Ascent FC is most likely to clinch the top spot in the standings, but finishing second and earning home-field advantage in the semi-final would be beneficial for both Dallas and Tampa Bay, as they each perform better in front of their home crowds.
Saturday’s first match between Brooklyn and Spokane will be one of the most important matches of the season for both clubs. Brooklyn’s postseason hopes are currently hanging in the balance, and a loss to Spokane along with a Tampa Bay win later in the night would eliminate it from contention. Meanwhile, Zephyr has just moved above the playoff line for the first time this season, and depending on the other two results from the week, a win could propel it to second place.
As mentioned above, a Tampa Bay win could potentially move the team into a playoff-hosting spot as well as eliminate a team from the hunt. However, a Lexington win would guarantee Carolina finishes top-two and make the contest between the Sun and Trinity even more competitive. But based on the series history, where Tampa Bay has defeated Lexington for three straight matches, the probability of the second outcome looks slim.