San Antonio FC and Union Omaha's two 2025 meetings, both crucial Cup clashes, showcased compelling tactical shifts and a narrative of redemption. The U.S. experienced an initial challenge. SAFC's evolving identity was evident in their confident Open Cup and USL Jägermeister Cup rebound. This post analyzes SAFC's performance against Union Omaha.
During the 2025 season, San Antonio FC and Union Omaha had two encounters, both in different cup competitions. On April 15th, in a Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup (Third Round) match, San Antonio FC's 3-4-2-1 formation failed to secure a victory despite a 65% possession advantage, resulting in a 0-1 defeat. A mere 3 shots on target and only 2 substitutions highlighted their poor offensive performance. In their June 28 USL Jägermeister Cup (Third Round) home rematch, a tactical change to a 4-2-3-1 formation led to a 1-0 victory. San Antonio FC's attacking output rose with 6 shots on target and better substitution choices, even with possession falling to 52.8%. Strategic and performance improvements from the first to the second matchup are shown in the data.
The radar chart shows how San Antonio FC played differently in their two Cup games versus Union Omaha. While the team had higher possession in the April loss, they were ineffective in converting control into offensive pressure, with fewer shots and no goals. The June match, despite lower possession, demonstrated a more aggressive attacking display, peaking in total shots and shots on target, which directly translated into a win. Defensively, San Antonio also improved in saves during the home fixture, underscoring a more balanced and reactive performance. This visual narrative reinforces that tactical flexibility and efficient execution—not just ball control—were key to reversing their outcome against Union Omaha.
Sources:
4/15 Matchday Data via FBREF
4/15 Matchday Data via Transfermrkt
6/28 Matchday Data via ESPN
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