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

FC Tulsa welcome San Antonio to ONEOK Field for a pivotal USL League One Cup Group Stage clash that could go a long way to deciding qualification from Group 3. With just two games played apiece, San Antonio sit top of the section and already tagged “Playoffs” in the group, while Tulsa chase them from second place. The stakes are clear: Tulsa need a statement result at home to keep pressure on the group leaders, while San Antonio can tighten their grip on top spot.

The venue adds an extra layer of intrigue. ONEOK Field has already hosted this matchup once in 2026, a tight 0-0 draw in the USL Championship on 15 March 2026. San Antonio have since translated that solidity into cup form, while Tulsa’s League One Cup campaign has been more volatile, mixing goals with defensive frailty. With both sides averaging 1.0 goals scored per game in this competition, but San Antonio yet to concede, this has all the ingredients of a low-scoring tactical battle.

Group dynamics sharpen the edge. San Antonio’s perfect “WW” league form in the cup and five points from two matches underline their status as early favourites. Tulsa, on four points with a “WL” form line, are within striking distance but cannot afford a home slip against the current pacesetters. The match doubles as another chapter in a long-running FC Tulsa vs San Antonio rivalry that has produced tight contests across league, cup and friendlies in recent years.

FC Tulsa vs San Antonio Key Stats

• San Antonio lead Group 3 with 5 points from 2 games (4 goals for, 1 against), while FC Tulsa are second with 4 points from 2 games (4 scored, 4 conceded).
• Across their most recent five competitive and friendly meetings listed, FC Tulsa have recorded two wins, San Antonio one, with two draws between them.
• In this USL League One Cup campaign, San Antonio have kept 2 clean sheets in 2 matches, while FC Tulsa have managed 1 clean sheet from their 2 fixtures.

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 standings paint a picture of a finely balanced group but with San Antonio holding the early advantage. Both sides have found the net four times in two games, yet San Antonio’s defensive record is the clear differentiator: just 1 goal conceded versus Tulsa’s 4. That defensive edge underpins San Antonio’s position at the top of Group 3 with 5 points, already flagged for the playoffs, while Tulsa’s goal difference sits at zero.

Home and away splits add nuance. Tulsa’s only home outing in the group ended in defeat (1 goal scored, 2 conceded), while their away win was built on a 1-0 scoreline. San Antonio, by contrast, have been perfect both home and away, winning 1-0 at home and 1-0 on the road. The numbers back the view that San Antonio are more consistent and more secure at the back, whereas Tulsa remain dangerous but vulnerable, especially at ONEOK Field.

FC Tulsa vs San Antonio Key Matchups

FC Tulsa attack vs San Antonio defence

Without individual scorer data, the battle is defined by unit performance. FC Tulsa average 1.0 goals per game in this competition, with their goals split evenly between home and away. They have yet to fail to score in the USL League One Cup, and their biggest away result is a 0-1 win, showing they can edge tight contests. However, they also concede an average of 1.0 goals per match, with both goals allowed so far coming at home, including a 1-2 loss.

San Antonio’s defensive unit has been impeccable. Through two group fixtures they have not conceded a single goal, with clean sheets in both home and away outings. Their biggest wins (1-0 at home and 0-1 away) underline a disciplined, low-margin style built on control and defensive solidity. This matchup will likely decide the game: if Tulsa can crack a defence that currently averages 0.0 goals against per match, they give themselves a real shot; if not, San Antonio’s structure should prevail.

Midfield control: Tulsa’s card profile vs San Antonio’s discipline

Discipline in midfield could be another key factor. Tulsa’s yellow card distribution shows multiple bookings across the 16-30, 46-60, 61-75, 76-90 and 91-105 minute ranges, plus a red card in the 76-90 minute window. That pattern hints at a side that can become stretched and rash as games wear on. San Antonio, meanwhile, have picked up yellow cards in several ranges but no reds at all, suggesting a more controlled approach even under pressure.

If Tulsa’s midfield again drifts into late fouls and potential dismissals, San Antonio’s steady, structured game could exploit the numerical and territorial advantages. In a matchup where margins are tight and goals are scarce, staying on the pitch and managing the tempo may be just as important as raw attacking quality.

Head-to-Head: Last Meetings

These sides are no strangers to each other, with recent meetings spanning US Open Cup, USL Championship and friendlies. The contests have generally been tight, with several draws and narrow wins either way, and FC Tulsa often finding ways to edge key fixtures at home.

• 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 history leans slightly toward FC Tulsa, particularly at ONEOK Field, but current cup form and defensive metrics tilt this matchup in San Antonio’s favour. San Antonio arrive with a “WW” league form line in the USL League One Cup, 2 wins from 2, 2 goals scored and none conceded. Tulsa’s “WL” record and a defence conceding an average of 1.0 goal per game in the competition suggest a more volatile profile.

Prediction models give San Antonio and the draw equal weight at 45% each, with Tulsa out at just 10%. The recommended angle is “Win or draw” for San Antonio combined with a low total goals line, reflecting both teams’ 1.0 goals-for averages and San Antonio’s perfect defensive record. Expect San Antonio to be compact, happy to control space and rhythm, while Tulsa chase the initiative at home but risk running into a disciplined back line.

Predicted Score: FC Tulsa 0-1 San Antonio

FC Tulsa League Form

WL

San Antonio League Form

WW

FC Tulsa Possible Starting Lineup

T. Henry; L. Batista, A. Cissoko, O. Damm, L. Stauffer; Bruno Lapa, R. Cabral, K. ElMedkhar, Jeorgio Kocevski, R. Somersall; N. Pierre

Tulsa have options across the pitch, with three goalkeepers available in T. Henry, D. Jacomen and A. Tambakis, and a deep defensive group including L. Batista, A. Cissoko and O. Damm. In midfield, creative and hard-working profiles such as Bruno Lapa, R. Cabral, K. ElMedkhar and Jeorgio Kocevski can provide the link between defence and attack, while N. Pierre leads the line. The squad composition points to a flexible setup that can shift between a back four and a more compact shape, but Tulsa must tighten up defensively at home to avoid a repeat of their 1-2 home defeat in the group.

San Antonio Possible Starting Lineup

R. Sánchez; R. Buckmaster, A. Crognale, M. Taintor, N. Blanco; L. Berrón, Curt Calov, J. Hernández, C. Parano; A. Greive, S. Patiño

San Antonio’s squad is built around a strong defensive core with experienced figures like R. Buckmaster, A. Crognale and M. Taintor in the back line. In midfield, players such as L. Berrón, Curt Calov and J. Hernández offer balance and ball progression, while C. Parano adds creativity. Up front, options like A. Greive and S. Patiño give San Antonio the ability to play both direct and combination football. Their two clean sheets and efficient 1-0 wins in this competition suggest a compact, well-drilled unit that prioritises structure over risk.

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: Draw or San Antonio (Double Chance). With San Antonio given a 45% chance to win and the draw also at 45%, and FC Tulsa rated at just 10%, backing San Antonio on the double chance aligns with both form and projections. Their “WW” record and two clean sheets in the group reinforce this conservative but solid angle. (No odds data available.)
• Goals Tip: Under 3.5 total goals. Both teams average 1.0 goals scored per match in this competition, and San Antonio have yet to concede. The recommended advice combines a San Antonio double chance with under 3.5 goals, reflecting a likely tight, low-scoring contest. (No odds data available.)
• Value Tip: San Antonio clean sheet. San Antonio’s defensive metrics are outstanding: 2 wins, 2 clean sheets, 0.0 goals conceded on average. Tulsa have scored in both group games but conceded four times, especially vulnerable at home. In a match where San Antonio’s strength is clearly at the back, a clean-sheet angle offers potential value. (No odds data 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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