With two weeks and 11 matches remaining in the regular season, the pressure is rising with nine clubs remaining in contention for the 2022 USL League One Playoffs presented by Hisense. Detailed below are some high-stakes matches to keep an eye on along with current standings with playoff-clinching details
It’s the third edition of the Western Clásico as FC Tucson (8-12-7, 10th) aims to grab its first victory over expansion side Central Valley Fuego FC (9-12-7, 8th). A pivotal fixture, both Tucson and Central Valley must win to keep its respective playoff hopes alive. Tucson is unbeaten in six straight, while Central Valley has lost its magic number due to a pair of disappointing losses.
While either side can clinch with some favorable results elsewhere in Week 28, a potential winner in Saturday’s contest between Greenville Triumph SC (11-8-9, 2nd) and the Charlotte Independence (11-11-6, 6th) would punch its ticket to the playoffs. The home side has won each of the previous two meetings of the series, so Greenville may have some hope to clinch its postseason spot at Triumph Stadium.