UFL title game set for June 13 at D.C.'s Audi Field

Field Level Media|published: Fri 24th April, 12:42 2026

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The UFL will play its 2026 championship game -- newly christened as the United Bowl -- on June 13 at Audi Field in Washington, D.C.

The contest will air at 3 p.m. ET on ABC, organizers of the spring football league announced on Friday.

"Washington, D.C., is built for big moments -- and the 2026 United Bowl will be exactly that," UFL co-owner Mike Repole said. "This is the pinnacle of spring football, where energy, intensity, and fans collide. Audi Field will deliver a championship atmosphere worthy of the stage."

"As we celebrate the 250th birthday of the United States, there is no better stage than our nation's capital to highlight the energy, spirit, and teamwork of America's true passion -- the game of football," added UFL president and CEO Russ Brandon.

According to a league news release, the name United Bowl "embodies the UFL's identity and mission to bring fans, players, and communities together through a shared love of football."

Audi Field is home to the defending UFL champion DC Defenders as well as D.C. United of MLS and the Washington Spirit of the NWSL.

--Field Level Media

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