Championship Soccer Stadium — Irvine, California
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Venue Information
Stadium: Championship Soccer Stadium
City: Irvine, CA
Capacity: ~5,500
Surface: Natural grass
Atmosphere: One of the most modern and intimate soccer venues in the USL Championship
Weather Forecast — Irvine, CA (April 1, 2026)
Based on early‑April climate norms for Orange County.
Temperature: 63–68°F at kickoff
Conditions: Clear skies
Wind: 4–8 mph
Rain Chance: <5%
Pitch Impact: Ideal conditions for possession‑based and high‑tempo play
Injury & Availability Report
(No official injury lists published as of March 30, 2026.)
Orange County SC
No confirmed absences.
Entering in strong form with back‑to‑back wins before the Cup match.
Phoenix Rising FC
No major injuries reported.
Expected to rotate lightly after a 4–0 win over San Ramon FC in the First Round.
Team Records & Recent Form
Orange County SC
Recent results (from FOX Sports match log):
W 1–0 vs. CSS (Mar 21)
W 3–0 vs. LA Galaxy II (Mar 18)
D 1–1 vs. Phoenix Rising (Mar 14)
D 1–1 vs. Las Vegas (Mar 7)
L 1–2 vs. New Mexico (Nov 8)
Strengths:
Strong defensive form (only 2 goals conceded in last 4 matches)
Efficient counterattacking
Excellent home support
Weaknesses:
Occasional scoring droughts
Struggles breaking down low blocks
Phoenix Rising FC
Recent results (from FOX Sports match log):
D 2–2 vs. Oakland (Mar 21)
W 4–0 vs. San Ramon FC (Mar 17, U.S. Open Cup)**
D 1–1 vs. Orange County (Mar 14)
L 1–2 vs. San Antonio (Mar 7)
L 0–1 vs. Tur (Nov 8)
Strengths:
High‑powered attack capable of multi‑goal performances
Strong Cup pedigree (9–8–3 all‑time in Open Cup)
Excellent wing play
Weaknesses:
Defensive inconsistency
Road fatigue (this match is part of a 3‑game road trip)
Series History
38 all‑time meetings between the clubs.
Most recent: 1–1 draw on March 14, 2026.
First‑ever U.S. Open Cup meeting between the sides.
Key Player Matchups
Orange County Attack vs. Phoenix Rising Defense
OCSC enters with strong attacking form (4 goals in last 2 matches).
Phoenix’s back line has conceded in 4 of their last 5.
Phoenix Rising Wingers vs. OCSC Fullbacks
Rising’s wide players were dominant in their 4–0 Cup win.
OCSC’s fullbacks must prevent overloads and early crosses.
Midfield Control
Both teams rely heavily on tempo control.
The midfield battle will determine whether the match becomes open or tactical.
Betting Trends
Orange County SC
2 wins and 2 draws in last 4 matches.
Only 2 goals conceded in last 4.
Home matches trending under 2.5 goals.
Phoenix Rising FC
4–0 Cup win shows attacking ceiling.
1–1 draw vs. OCSC earlier this month.
Road matches trending over 2.5 goals.
Head‑to‑Head Trend
Last meeting: 1–1 draw (Mar 14, 2026).
MATCH ODDS
Orange County SC + 150
Phoenix Rising FC + 180
Draw + 230
Over 2.5 – 125 Under 2.5 + 105
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Tuesday, March 31, 2026
