United Football League Expands to Oklahoma City

Mayor David Holt announces new professional football team coming to the city.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 5:07pm

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A fragmented, cubist-style painting depicting the action and energy of a professional football game, with sharp, overlapping geometric shapes in the team's official colors.The arrival of a new United Football League team in Oklahoma City promises an energetic, geometric reimagining of the sport for local fans.Oklahoma City Today

City leaders in Oklahoma City have announced that a new professional football team from the United Football League (UFL) will be coming to the city. The expansion team is expected to begin play in the 2027 season, providing a new option for sports fans in the region.

Why it matters

The arrival of a UFL team represents a significant investment in Oklahoma City's sports and entertainment infrastructure, potentially boosting the local economy through increased tourism, job creation, and community engagement around the new franchise.

The details

According to Mayor David Holt, the new UFL team will play its home games at the city's existing Scissortail Park stadium, which recently underwent renovations to accommodate professional football. The team's name, colors, and coaching staff have not yet been announced, but the mayor expressed excitement about the opportunity to bring high-level football to Oklahoma City.

  • The new UFL team is expected to begin play in the 2027 season.
  • Mayor David Holt announced the expansion team on April 9, 2026.

The players

David Holt

The mayor of Oklahoma City, who announced the arrival of the new UFL team.

United Football League

A professional American football league that is expanding to include a new team in Oklahoma City.

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What they’re saying

“We're thrilled to welcome the United Football League to Oklahoma City. This is a great opportunity to bring high-quality professional sports to our community and continue to grow our city's reputation as a premier destination for entertainment and recreation.”

— David Holt, Mayor of Oklahoma City

What’s next

The city and UFL officials will work together over the next year to finalize the team's branding, roster, and game schedule before the inaugural 2027 season.

The takeaway

The addition of a UFL team in Oklahoma City represents a significant investment in the city's sports and entertainment infrastructure, providing a new option for local fans and potentially boosting the regional economy.