San Antonio FC Record vs Monterey Bay FC

San Antonio FC begins its 10th USL Championship season against Monterey Bay FC. This post delves into a comparison of San Antonio FC’s performance against Monterey Bay FC’s journey. 

In their recent history, San Antonio FC and Monterey Bay FC have had a close rivalry, with fluctuating outcomes in both home and away matches. Key victories, including a 6-0 win in 2022 and a 2-1 win in 2024, demonstrate their undefeated home record. Their 2025 home game also ended in a narrow 1-0 victory, proving their home-field advantage.

The data on attendance shows a trend of higher support for home games, with a record of 8,164 fans in 2025. In contrast, away games have had smaller crowds, as evidenced by the 2023 and 2024 matches, which each drew fewer than 4,000 people. This variation implies San Antonio FC benefits from playing at home, both in how well they play and in fan support. Their rivalry is strong, but success hinges on improving their away record versus Monterey Bay FC in the future.

Strategic shifts are evident in the formations used by both teams during 2024 and 2025. During the 2024 season, Monterey Bay FC’s 3-4-2-1 formation focused on controlling the midfield and flexible defense, unlike San Antonio FC’s even 4-4-2 setup. Monterey Bay FC adopted a standard 4-4-2 formation by 2025, prioritizing defensive solidity and consistent field positioning. Meanwhile, to play more aggressively and focus on offense, San Antonio FC used a 3-3-4 formation. Monterey Bay FC’s tactical adjustments show a move towards a more balanced approach, while San Antonio FC is now focusing more on attacking. Sources: San Antonio FC Official: www.sanantoniofc.com/news/2025/03/08/san-antonio-fc-defeats-monterey-bay-f-c-1-0-in-home-opener/
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