Riveters, Steel City FC W-League 2026 Schedules Released

Pittsburgh's pre-professional women's soccer clubs to renew local derby rivalry

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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The United Soccer League has unveiled the 2026 USL W League schedule, which includes two Pittsburgh-based clubs - Riveters SC and Steel City FC. The two teams will face off in a pair of matches, renewing their local derby rivalry from last season when they competed for the division title and a postseason berth. The Riveters will open their season on May 16 against FC Buffalo, while Steel City FC will kick off a week later on May 22, also against FC Buffalo.

Why it matters

The Riveters and Steel City FC derbies have become must-see events for Pittsburgh soccer fans, showcasing the high level of talent in the city's pre-professional women's soccer scene. With both teams vying for division titles and playoff spots, these matchups take on added significance as the clubs look to build on the success of last season.

The details

The first Riveters-Steel City FC match will take place on May 28 at Founders Field, with the return fixture scheduled for June 27 at Highmark Stadium. Each team will play a 10-match schedule against regional, divisional opponents including FC Buffalo.

  • The 2026 USL W League season will kick off on May 9 and conclude with the league final in mid-July.
  • Riveters SC will open their season on May 16 against FC Buffalo at Highmark Stadium.
  • Steel City FC will begin their campaign a week later on May 22, also facing FC Buffalo, but in Western New York.

The players

Riveters SC

A Pittsburgh-based pre-professional women's soccer club competing in the USL W League, with a roster made up mostly of current college players and top academy prospects.

Steel City FC

Another Pittsburgh-based pre-professional women's soccer club in the USL W League, with a similar roster composition to Riveters SC.

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What’s next

The Riveters and Steel City FC will meet for the first time on May 28 at Founders Field, with the return fixture scheduled for June 27 at Highmark Stadium.

The takeaway

The renewed rivalry between Riveters SC and Steel City FC promises to be a highlight of the 2026 USL W League season, as the two Pittsburgh clubs compete for division titles and playoff spots in front of passionate local fans.