Kickoff is scheduled for 7:00 PM ET (23:00 UTC)
Venue: Paradise Coast Sports Complex, Naples, Florida, USA (capacity ~4,618)
Broadcast: Paramount+ (live streaming)
Weather Update
Expect pleasant, mild evening conditions typical for late March in southwest Florida. Daytime highs around 82°F (28°C) will drop to the mid-70s°F (~24°C) by kickoff and into the evening, with feels-like temperatures near 75°F. Light winds (8–12 mph from the east-southeast), humidity in the 75–80% range, and mostly clear to partly cloudy skies with only a low chance of isolated showers or patchy early fog. No significant weather disruptions anticipated—ideal for open, attacking soccer on the Paradise Coast field.
Injury Report
No major injuries or suspensions have been publicly reported for either side heading into this match. FC Naples, as a professional USL League One club, is expected to field a near-full strength squad with no key absences noted in recent team updates. FC America CFL Spurs (an amateur/semi-pro UPSL side) also has no reported injuries. Rosters should be available closer to kickoff via team social channels or the official U.S. Open Cup site; monitor for any last-minute scratches, but both teams appear healthy.
Key
Player Matchups to Watch
FC Naples (USL-1 pros): Look for midfield creators like Christopher Garcia (key assists this season) to dictate tempo and supply forwards. Defender Hudson Gay has already contributed offensively in cup play. The attacking group, featuring players like Dominick Bachstein, should exploit gaps against a lower-tier back line. Naples’ depth and fitness edge will be critical in the second half.
FC America CFL Spurs (UPSL): Their offense relies on high-volume scoring from league play (18 goals across recent UPSL Spring matches). Key attackers will need to generate quick counters, but they face a significant step up in defensive organization and athleticism. Manager Akeem Flemmings’ side will lean on grit and set-piece threats, but individual matchups favor Naples across the pitch.
Overall edge: Naples’ professional structure and tactical cohesion should overwhelm Spurs’ enthusiasm in midfield and wide areas.
Team Records
FC Naples: 2026 USL League One record stands at 2W-1D-1L (7 points from 4 matches), placing them near the top of the table. They are unbeaten at home in league play this season and advanced in the Open Cup with a dominant 3-0 First Round win over Red Force FC (NPSL).
FC America CFL Spurs: Strong 2026 UPSL Florida Central Spring form with 3W-1D-0L and 18 goals scored. They advanced to the Second Round via a 1-0 forfeit victory (recorded as a win) over South Georgia Tormenta FC after the opponent withdrew.
Recent Team Forms
FC Naples (last 4 competitive matches): W (2-0 vs Fort Wayne), D (2-2 vs Corpus Christi), W (1-0 vs Richmond Kickers), L (0-1 vs Forward Madison). Solid overall, with strong home scoring and defensive solidity in the cup (3 goals, 0 conceded). Form: W-D-W-L (recent league + cup).
FC America CFL Spurs (recent UPSL): High-scoring wins including 5-3 and 4-0 results; unbeaten in Spring league play with free-flowing attack but facing their toughest test yet. Form: W-W-W-D (league) + forfeit cup win.
Series History
First-ever meeting between FC Naples and FC America CFL Spurs. No prior head-to-head results. This is a classic higher-division home favorite vs. lower-tier visitor in the Open Cup.
MATCH ODDS
FC Naples – 900
FC America CFL Spurs + 2500
Draw + 900
Over 3.5 – 110 Under 3.5 + 100
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Monday, March 30, 2026
