Televised Soccer: USL Championship and League One 2024 Broadcast Schedule
The United Soccer League (USL) recently announced its 2024 national television broadcast schedule for both the USL Championship and League One, marking a record number of televised matches for the league. Fans can look forward to 35 regular season and playoff games broadcast across CBS Sports and ESPN platforms, showcasing the growing prominence of Televised Soccer in the United States.
This comprehensive broadcast package includes two regular season matches and the USL Championship Final on the CBS Television Network and Paramount+, with 18 additional regular season matches airing on CBS Sports Network and 10 on ESPN platforms. This expanded coverage provides unprecedented access to televised soccer for USL fans across the country.
Highlighted Televised Soccer Matchups for 2024
Several key rivalry matches and high-profile contests will be featured in the 2024 televised soccer schedule.
LIPAFC Rivalry Takes Center Stage
The intense rivalry between Louisville City FC and Indy Eleven, known as the Louisville-Indianapolis Proximity Association Football Contest (LIPAFC), will kick off the televised soccer action on April 6th at 4 p.m. ET on the CBS Television Network and Paramount+. Louisville City FC’s Wilson Harris, on track to become the youngest player to score 50 goals in USL Championship history, will be a key player to watch.
2023 USL Championship Final Rematch
Fans can relive the excitement of the 2023 USL Championship Final with a rematch between Phoenix Rising FC and the Charleston Battery on ESPN2, scheduled for June 22nd at 10:30 p.m. ET. Both teams have undergone significant roster changes, adding intrigue to this televised soccer showdown.
Western Conference Clash: Colorado Springs vs. Phoenix
A Western Conference clash between Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC and Phoenix Rising FC will be broadcast on the CBS Television Network and Paramount+ on August 3rd at 4 p.m. ET. This match will feature top attacking talent, including recent Switchbacks acquisition Ronaldo Damus and Phoenix Rising goalkeeper Rocco Ríos Novo.
USL League One Showcases on CBS Sports Network
USL League One will also have its share of televised soccer action. The Richmond Kickers will host Forward Madison FC in the “Henny Derby” on July 3rd at 8 p.m. ET on CBS Sports Network, marking the Kickers’ first national broadcast since 2018. Expansion side Spokane Velocity FC will host Union Omaha on September 4th at 9 p.m. ET on CBS Sports Network.
Championship and League One Finals on CBS Sports
The culmination of the USL Championship and League One seasons will be broadcast on CBS Sports platforms. The USL Championship Final will air on the CBS Television Network and Paramount+ on November 23rd. The USL League One Final will be broadcast on CBS Sports Network, with the date and time to be determined.
Familiar Voices Return: Watts and Kerr
Mike Watts and Devon Kerr will return as the voices of televised soccer for the USL, bringing their extensive experience in broadcasting domestic and international soccer to the commentary booth.
The expanded broadcast schedule promises to bring the excitement of televised soccer to a wider audience, showcasing the talent and competition within the USL Championship and League One. Fans have ample opportunities to catch their favorite teams in action throughout the 2024 season.
