San Diego FC is back at Snapdragon Stadium for a second MLS season. Anders Dreyer, captain Jeppe Tverskov, and a reshaped roster are grinding through the stretch run of the 2026 regular season, chasing a return trip to the playoffs after the most successful expansion debut in MLS history.

Where Does San Diego FC Play?

San Diego FC plays home matches at Snapdragon Stadium, the 35,000-capacity venue in Mission Valley that’s become one of MLS’s loudest soccer-specific grounds. The club has a 20-year lease at Snapdragon through 2044.

The north end of the stadium, sections 136 through 140, is where the club’s supporter culture lives. It runs on a safe standing, general admission model, with Frontera SD (the club’s supporters union) leading drums, flags, and nonstop chanting from kickoff to the final whistle. Space fills in fast, so get there early if you want to be in the middle of it. For section-by-section detail on what to expect and how to get in, see the Supporter Section Guide.

Buying for a day match? The west side of the bowl catches direct sun through most of an afternoon kickoff. Check the sun and shade seating guide before you pick seats.

Full 2026 Schedule & Tickets

Celebrations

Read about promotions and giveaways.

Head Coach & Current Roster

Head Coach: Mikey Varas is in his second season leading San Diego FC after guiding the club to the most successful expansion season in MLS history and earning a Coach of the Year nomination in 2025. Varas previously served with FC Dallas and the US men’s national team.

2026 Roster Highlights:

• Anders Dreyer – Danish winger, Designated Player. Runner-up for 2025 MLS MVP and reigning MLS Newcomer of the Year, back as the focal point of San Diego’s attack.
• Jeppe Tverskov (Captain) – Danish defensive midfielder, the club’s first-ever captain. Signed a contract extension through 2027 with a club option for 2028.
• Marcus Ingvartsen – Danish forward, one of the club’s first two signings alongside Tverskov, a regular in the 2026 lineup.
• CJ dos Santos – Cape Verdean goalkeeper, the club’s starter since its very first match.
• Aníbal Godoy – Panamanian midfielder, veteran leadership in the middle of the park.
• Amahl Pellegrino – Norwegian forward who caught fire during the 2025 playoff push, back for a full season.
• Elias Achouri – Tunisian winger signed to a Designated Player contract in July 2026, the club’s newest marquee addition.
• Gabriel Pirani – Brazilian midfielder acquired via trade from D.C. United in July 2026.
• Lewis Morgan – Scottish forward acquired via trade from the New York Red Bulls ahead of the season.
• David Vazquez – American midfielder acquired via trade from the Philadelphia Union, part of an active 2026 offseason overhaul.

Two notable names from 2025 are gone: first Designated Player Hirving “Chucky” Lozano was loaned to the LA Galaxy in August 2026, and defender Paddy McNair transferred to EFL side Hull City in January 2026.

2025 Inaugural Season Recap

San Diego FC’s first MLS season is still the standard the club is chasing. The team finished the 2025 regular season 19-6-9 (63 points), both MLS expansion records, and claimed the #1 seed in the Western Conference. San Diego FC was also the first team to clinch a 2025 playoff spot, on August 23, and drew an average of 28,064 fans per match, 4th-highest in MLS that season.

In the playoffs, San Diego FC became the first expansion team ever to win a Round One best-of-3 series, then beat Minnesota United FC 1-0 in the Western Conference Semifinal on a late Anders Dreyer goal. The run ended in the Western Conference Final, where the club hosted eventual MLS Cup runner-up Vancouver Whitecaps FC.

Dreyer closed the year with 19 goals and 19 assists, a club record, and led MLS in assists outright. He was named 2025 MLS Newcomer of the Year and finished runner-up to Lionel Messi for MVP. Captain Jeppe Tverskov made the 2025 MLS All-Star team alongside Dreyer and Lozano, and Mikey Varas earned a Coach of the Year nomination in his first season in charge.

San Diego FC Ownership

San Diego’s MLS club is jointly owned by Mohamed Mansour, an entrepreneur, investor and philanthropist with deep, global ties in the sport; the Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation, the first Native American tribe to have an ownership stake in professional soccer in the United States; San Diego Padres All-Star Manny Machado; Tom Vernon and Dan Dickinson from Right to Dream; actress and producer Issa Rae; Juan Mata, a Spanish international football legend; and retired U.S. Navy SEAL officer Jocko Willink.

2027 Season Tickets

Most fans assume next year’s tickets work like every year before them. They don’t. MLS is switching to an international, fall-to-spring calendar starting in 2027, and San Diego FC’s membership options reflect that shift. 2027 Sprint Season and 2027-28 Bundle Season memberships are on sale now, with benefits including discounts on parking, merchandise, and concessions.

Not ready to commit to a full membership? Single-match tickets for the rest of the 2026 season are on sale now too.

Learn More About 2027 Season Tickets

Name of San Diego MLS Soccer Team

The team’s official name is San Diego Football Club (San Diego FC or SDFC).

San Diego FC Logo & Colors

The team’s identity journey began in September 2023, when San Diego FC’s Twitter account (@sandiegofc) asked fans for inspiration on what the club’s colors and crest should represent. After weeks of anticipation, the final design leaked on October 19, 2023, just one day before the official unveiling.

The Colors: Chrome and Azul

San Diego FC’s primary colors are chrome (a vibrant light blue) and azul (a deep navy blue). These weren’t arbitrary choices. Chrome represents San Diego’s sun-drenched coastline and the shimmering Pacific Ocean, while azul pays homage to the city’s naval heritage and the deep blue waters that define the region.

Surrounding the crest is a distinctive gradient band flowing through blue, red, orange, and yellow. This sunset-inspired palette captures the San Diego sky as day transitions to night, something locals experience nearly every evening along the beaches and hillsides.

The Crest Design: “The Flow”

At the heart of the shield sits a circular design officially called “The Flow”, arguably the most meaningful element of the entire crest. Look closely and you’ll count 18 individual lines radiating from the center. These 18 lines represent the 18 cities that make up San Diego County, from Oceanside to Chula Vista, from La Mesa to Imperial Beach.

This design choice sends a clear message: San Diego FC isn’t just San Diego’s team, it’s a unifying force for the entire county. Whether you’re from Carlsbad, El Cajon, or Coronado, you’re part of “The Flow.”

The Details Matter

The shield’s top features an arched “San Diego” wordmark, inspired by the monumental neighborhood signs you see throughout the city. Think Mission Hills, North Park, and other communities that proudly display their identity with distinctive signage.

The club worked with Pupila, a respected Costa Rican design consultancy, to develop the entire visual identity. Beyond the primary crest, they created a suite of secondary logos featuring “The Flow” design and an “SD” wordmark that appear on merchandise and marketing materials.

The Name: San Diego FC

While “San Diego FC” had been used as a working name since the May 2023 expansion announcement, it became official with the October 2023 unveiling. The club is the eleventh MLS team to use the “FC” (Football Club) suffix, joining teams like LAFC, Nashville SC, and Austin FC.

The Reception

The initial online reaction to the crest was mixed. When the design leaked a day before the official unveiling, critics focused on the shield’s simplicity compared to some of MLS’s more ornate crests.

But the merchandise at the unveiling event sold out completely. Fans showed up in huge numbers, and the club opened a pop-up shop at Mission Valley shopping center in November 2023 to meet demand. As the inaugural season unfolded, the crest became a badge of pride worn by thousands at Snapdragon Stadium.

The Jerseys

The inaugural home jersey, unveiled December 13, 2024, features a deep azul background with white trim and gradient piping from red to blue running down the sides, bringing that sunset palette directly onto the pitch.

The away kit, released in February 2025 under the theme “Woven Into One,” flips the script with a crisp white base accented by navy and light blue details. The club has also announced a “Community Kit” program where future secondary jerseys will showcase work from local San Diego artists.

What It All Means

Every element of San Diego FC’s identity tells a story about this city and county. The chrome and azul capture the coastal beauty. The Flow honors all 18 communities. The gradient celebrates the region’s sunsets.

Flow With Us. 🔵⚫

San Diego FC Merch

Shirts, hats and other items with the team logo and branding are available for purchase.

Social Media

Follow San Diego FC on Instagram, Facebook, X (Twitter), and YouTube. Find SDFC supporter chants on YouTube.

Western Conference Rivals at Snapdragon

The West is loaded, and most of it makes the trip to Snapdragon Stadium every year. LAFC, LA Galaxy, Seattle Sounders FC, Portland Timbers, and Vancouver Whitecaps FC are among the conference rivals who bring real traveling support and a genuine playoff-race atmosphere when they visit. Check the schedule to see who’s coming to town next.

About MLS

New to Major League Soccer? Here’s a quick guide to the rules and unique features of MLS.

San Diego FC Careers

Looking to work in soccer in San Diego? Here are some resources:

• Official San Diego FC Careers Page – Full-time and part-time club positions
• MLS Team Jobs – Sign up for notifications as San Diego openings surface
• Work at Snapdragon Stadium: Snapdragon Stadium employment
• San Diego Wave jobs – NWSL Soccer opportunities
• San Diego FC on LinkedIn – Network and watch for career opportunities
• Indeed.com – Soccer jobs on Indeed