FC Tulsa vs San Antonio Prediction: Key Stats and Betting Tips

FC Tulsa welcome San Antonio to ONEOK Field in a pivotal USL League One Cup Group Stage clash that could go a long way to deciding qualification from Group 3. With just two group games played apiece, the margins are already tight and every point matters in this early phase of the competition.

San Antonio arrive in Oklahoma as group leaders with 5 points from their opening two matches, sitting first in Group 3 and currently in the Playoffs bracket. FC Tulsa, meanwhile, are second on 4 points from two games, keeping themselves firmly in contention but with less margin for error. With the sides separated by a single point and meeting again after a series of tight recent encounters, this fixture sets up as a key test for both clubs’ USL League One Cup ambitions.

Played at ONEOK Field, where Tulsa’s only group outing so far ended in defeat, the hosts will be under pressure to improve their home record and reassert themselves against a San Antonio side that has yet to concede in the competition. With group qualification and bragging rights on the line, this is a high‑stakes, low‑margin matchup between two familiar rivals.

FC Tulsa vs San Antonio Key Stats

• FC Tulsa sit 2nd in Group 3 with 4 points from 2 matches, scoring and conceding 4 goals overall.
• Across their last five recorded meetings in all competitions, FC Tulsa have 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss against San Antonio.
• San Antonio have kept 2 clean sheets in 2 USL League One Cup matches, with 0 goals conceded so far.

FC Tulsa vs San Antonio — Tale of the Tape

• Position: 2 vs 1
• Points: 4 vs 5
• Goals For: 4 vs 4
• Goals Against: 4 vs 1
• Clean Sheets: FC Tulsa 1; San Antonio 2

The Group 3 standings underline how finely balanced this tie is at the top. San Antonio lead the group with 5 points from 2 matches, built on a perfect defensive record of 1 goal scored and none conceded at home, and 1 scored and none conceded away. Their +3 goal difference and “WW” league form reflect a side that has started this cup campaign with efficiency and control.

FC Tulsa sit just behind on 4 points, having scored and conceded 4 goals across their two group fixtures. Their “WL” form string in the group highlights inconsistency: they have shown they can find the net, but defensive lapses have kept their goal difference at zero. At ONEOK Field in this competition they have 1-2 in goals, while away they have been more solid with a 1-0 win and a clean sheet. Against a San Antonio outfit yet to concede in the USL League One Cup, Tulsa must tighten up at the back if they are to turn their attacking output into a decisive result.

FC Tulsa vs San Antonio Key Matchups

FC Tulsa Attack vs San Antonio Defence

Without individual scoring data, the battle between Tulsa’s collective attack and San Antonio’s defensive unit stands out. Tulsa average 1.0 goal per game in the competition, with 2 goals scored in total and none of their matches seeing them fail to score. They have spread their goals evenly, with one arriving between minutes 61–75 and another between 76–90, suggesting they can threaten late in games.

San Antonio, however, boast a perfect defensive line in the USL League One Cup so far: 0 goals conceded across 2 fixtures, averaging 0.0 against both home and away, and 2 clean sheets in total. Their biggest results include a 1-0 home win and a 0-1 away win, underlining their comfort in tight, low‑scoring contests. Tulsa’s late‑game scoring trend will be tested against a back line that has yet to be breached in this competition.

Midfield Battle & Discipline

Another crucial area will be midfield control and discipline. Tulsa’s card profile shows 2 yellow cards between minutes 16–30 and a red card in the 76–90 window, with further yellows spread across later phases. San Antonio, by contrast, have picked up yellow cards but no reds, and their defensive metrics show 0 goals conceded at any minute range.

If Tulsa’s midfield cannot manage the tempo and avoid costly bookings, San Antonio’s more controlled approach could tilt the balance in transitions and set‑piece situations. In a match projected to be low‑scoring, a single lapse in discipline could be decisive.

Head-to-Head: Last Meetings

These sides know each other extremely well, with a string of recent competitive and friendly encounters. The last five recorded meetings show FC Tulsa holding a slight edge, but San Antonio have been consistently competitive and often keep things tight on the scoreboard.

• 2 April 2026: San Antonio 0-1 FC Tulsa (US Open Cup)
• 15 March 2026: FC Tulsa 0-0 San Antonio (USL Championship)
• 14 February 2026: FC Tulsa 0-0 San Antonio (Friendlies Clubs)
• 12 October 2025: FC Tulsa 2-0 San Antonio (USL Championship)
• 29 May 2025: San Antonio 1-1 FC Tulsa (USL Championship)

FC Tulsa vs San Antonio Prediction

Recent head‑to‑head meetings point to a very tight matchup: three of the last five clashes ended level, and none of those five saw more than two goals scored. Tulsa have had the better of the series overall, but San Antonio’s current cup form and defensive solidity shift the balance slightly in their favour this time.

San Antonio come into this game with “WW” league form in the group, 2 wins from 2, 2 goals scored and none conceded. FC Tulsa’s “WL” profile and 4 goals conceded suggest more volatility at both ends. The prediction metrics lean towards San Antonio avoiding defeat, with the winner tag marked as “San Antonio (Win or draw)” and home and away win probabilities both at 45% for draw and away, but only 10% for a home win. With under 3.5 goals also strongly favoured, this looks set to be another cagey, low‑scoring contest where San Antonio’s structure and clean‑sheet record should carry them through.

Predicted Score: FC Tulsa 0-1 San Antonio

FC Tulsa League Form

WL

San Antonio League Form

WW

FC Tulsa Possible Starting Lineup

Likely squad core (no confirmed formation): T. Henry, D. Jacomen, A. Tambakis; L. Batista, A. Cissoko, A. Clarke, O. Damm, Ian, D. Pierre, H. St Clair, L. Stauffer; Bruno Lapa, R. Cabral, G. Colli, K. ElMedkhar, Jeorgio Kocevski, S. Lukic, Z. Siranga, R. Somersall, B. Sparks, J. Webber; N. Pierre.

Tulsa have depth across the back line with options such as L. Batista, A. Cissoko and D. Pierre, and a sizeable midfield group led by creative profiles like Bruno Lapa and K. ElMedkhar. With no confirmed formation data, the expectation is for a balanced setup that tries to protect a defence which has already conceded 4 goals in the group. The presence of multiple midfielders allows for flexibility between a more aggressive or more compact approach, but against San Antonio’s strong defensive record, Tulsa may opt for caution and look to exploit late chances, in line with their scoring distribution.

San Antonio Possible Starting Lineup

Likely squad core (no confirmed formation): J. Batrouni, R. Sánchez; D. Barbir, N. Blanco, R. Buckmaster, A. Crognale, E. Cuello, Angel Mercado, A. Souahy, M. Taintor, S. Suárez, A. Ward; L. Berrón, Curt Calov, D. Erofeev, J. Hernández, D. Hernandez, M. Maldonado, C. Parano, L. Walker; A. Greive, L. Haakenson, E. Johnson, D. Pacheco, S. Patiño, C. Sorto, L. Urrutia.

San Antonio’s squad is built on a strong defensive spine, with experienced defenders such as A. Crognale, M. Taintor and R. Buckmaster, supported by a deep midfield pool. Their group‑stage record of 2 clean sheets in 2 games suggests a compact, well‑drilled shape, likely prioritising defensive security and efficiency in attack. With multiple attacking options, including forwards like A. Greive and S. Patiño, they have enough variety to threaten Tulsa while maintaining the solid structure that has defined their cup campaign so far.

FC Tulsa Team News

No significant absences reported.

San Antonio Team News

No significant absences reported.

Injuries & Suspensions

FC Tulsa:

• None reported.

San Antonio:

• None reported.

Betting Tips: FC Tulsa vs San Antonio

Exactly 3 distinct tips from different markets:

• Result Tip: San Antonio Double Chance (Draw or Away). With San Antonio carrying “WW” form, 2 wins from 2 in the group, and a prediction tag of “Win or draw” for the visitors versus just 10% implied probability for a home win, backing San Antonio to avoid defeat aligns with both form and probability indicators. (No odds available.)
• Goals Tip: Under 3.5 Total Goals. Both teams average 1.0 goal scored per game in the competition, while San Antonio have yet to concede. The prediction advice explicitly points to “-3.5 goals”, and recent H2H meetings have generally been low‑scoring, making a conservative under 3.5 goals angle well supported. (No odds available.)
• Value Tip: San Antonio to Keep a Clean Sheet. San Antonio have 2 clean sheets in 2 USL League One Cup matches and 0 goals conceded overall, while Tulsa’s defence has been the more vulnerable unit. Given the defensive metrics and San Antonio’s strong form, backing the visitors to shut out Tulsa offers an appealing value‑driven angle. (No odds available.)

How to Watch FC Tulsa vs San Antonio

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• Spain: Movistar LaLiga
• UK: Premier Sports
• Australia: beIN Sports
• India: FanCode
• MENA: beIN Sports
• South America: ESPN / Disney+
• Africa: SuperSport

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