United Football League Expands to Oklahoma City

New spring football team to begin play in 2028 at new multi-purpose stadium

Apr. 9, 2026 at 8:53pm

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A fragmented, cubist-style painting depicting a football game in progress, with the players and field broken down into sharp, overlapping geometric shapes in the team's official colors.The new UFL franchise in Oklahoma City will bring a fresh burst of spring football energy to the state's passionate sports fans.Oklahoma City Today

The United Football League (UFL) has announced plans to expand into Oklahoma City, with a new team set to begin play in 2028. The team will compete in the spring football league and play at a new multi-purpose stadium currently under construction in Oklahoma City.

Why it matters

Oklahoma is known for its passionate football culture, and the addition of a UFL team will provide fans with another professional football option during the spring months. The new stadium will also serve as a hub for other events and entertainment in the city.

The details

The UFL, a spring professional football league, revealed that Oklahoma City will be the home of its newest expansion team starting in 2028. The team will play at a new multi-purpose stadium currently in development, which is scheduled to open that same year. While the team's name and mascot have not yet been announced, city officials are excited about the prospect of bringing professional football back to Oklahoma.

  • The UFL expansion announcement was made on April 9, 2026.
  • The new Oklahoma City team is set to begin play in 2028.

The players

David Holt

The mayor of Oklahoma City, who expressed excitement about the city hosting a new UFL team and the economic and entertainment benefits it will bring.

United Football League

The professional spring football league that is expanding into Oklahoma City with a new team starting in 2028.

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What they’re saying

“Obviously, Oklahoma is a football-crazy state. The only thing holding us back from being in this conversation in the past has been facilities. So, I think this is going to be a great success. I think it's the right size for a spring football league, you know. I think it's going to be packed, and it's going to have great energy, and I can't wait for all of this to come together in a couple of years.”

— David Holt, Mayor of Oklahoma City

What’s next

The team's name and mascot will be announced at a later date as the new stadium construction progresses towards its 2028 opening.

The takeaway

The addition of a UFL team in Oklahoma City will provide football-loving fans with another professional team to support during the spring, helping to fill the void left by the lack of a permanent NFL or major college football presence in the state.