Battlehawks face Dallas in rare Tuesday night matchup

The 1-0 teams clash in an early-season XFL showdown in Texas.

Apr. 6, 2026 at 7:00pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting an intense XFL football game, with players, the field, and the stadium rendered in sharp, overlapping planes of color and shape.An early-season XFL showdown between undefeated teams could reshape the league's playoff picture.Frisco Today

The St. Louis Battlehawks, who are 1-0 on the season, will take on the 1-0 Dallas Renegades in a rare Tuesday night XFL contest at Toyota Stadium in Frisco, Texas. The game is scheduled for 7 p.m. Central Time.

Why it matters

The XFL is still a relatively new league, and Tuesday night games are an uncommon occurrence as the league tries to stand out from the typical weekend NFL and college football schedule. This early-season matchup between two undefeated teams could provide insight into the strength of the league and the potential playoff picture.

The details

The Battlehawks are coming off a season-opening win over the San Antonio Brahmas, while the Renegades defeated the Seattle Sea Dragons in their first game. Both teams will be looking to take an early lead in the XFL's North and South divisions, respectively, with this midweek clash.

  • The game is scheduled for Tuesday, April 6, 2026 at 7 p.m. Central Time.

The players

Battlehawks

The St. Louis-based XFL team that is 1-0 to start the 2026 season.

Dallas Renegades

The XFL team based in Dallas, Texas that is also 1-0 to begin the 2026 campaign.

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What’s next

The winner of this Tuesday night clash will take sole possession of first place in their respective division, giving them an early advantage in the XFL playoff race.

The takeaway

This rare Tuesday night XFL game provides an opportunity for the league to showcase two undefeated teams early in the season and potentially gain new viewers during an unconventional timeslot.