Match Preview presented by Ticketmaster: San Diego FC Hosts Club Puebla in Final Phase One Leagues Cup Match

San Diego FC (SDFC) closes Phase One of the 2026 Leagues Cup Wednesday night as the Club hosts Liga MX side Club Puebla at Snapdragon Stadium. Kickoff is set for 7:15 p.m. PT, with live coverage available on Apple TV and FS1.  

With a spot in the Leagues Cup Quarterfinals still in play, SDFC enters Wednesday’s match needing a victory over Club Puebla to keep its advancement hopes alive. The Club currently holds a 1-1-0 record in the competition after earning a 1-0 win over Club Tijuana on Sunday night at a sold-out Snapdragon Stadium. Following Wednesday’s match, SDFC’s potential advancement will be determined once Phase One play concludes and the final standings are set. 

Tickets for Wednesday’s Leagues Cup match at Snapdragon Stadium are available at SanDiegoFC.com/Tickets.  

A Chance to Advance 

Wednesday marks SDFC’s third and final Phase One match of the 2026 Leagues Cup, with the Club looking to secure three points and remain in contention for a place in the Quarterfinals. 

SDFC opened the competition with a 3-1 loss to Club América on Aug. 6 at Estadio Banorte in Mexico City before returning home to defeat Club Tijuana 1-0 on Sunday. 

SDFC will need a win against Club Puebla on Wednesday to keep its advancement hopes alive, with the final Phase One standings to be determined following the completion of all matches in the opening stage. 

Building on Sunday’s Win 

SDFC returns to Snapdragon Stadium following a 1-0 victory over Club Tijuana in front of a sold-out crowd. 

Zamblé opened the scoring in the 22nd minute, sliding into the six-yard box to finish a right-footed shot after Alvarado Jr. sent a quick cross into the area. The goal marked the 18-year-old’s first in international competition and his second goal of the season. He now has two goals and two assists across all competitions with SDFC. 

SDFC controlled possession throughout the match, holding a 59-41 percent advantage and completing 628 passes compared to Club Tijuana’s 343. Goalkeeper CJ Dos Santos made two saves to record the shutout. 

The victory also marked SDFC’s first three points of the 2026 Leagues Cup and improved the Club to 5-3-3 at home across all competitions in 2026. 

A New Liga MX Opponent 

Wednesday’s matchup will mark SDFC’s first-ever meeting against Club Puebla and the Club’s eighth different Liga MX opponent across official competitions and exhibition matches. 

SDFC has previously faced Club América, Pumas UNAM, Toluca F.C., CF Pachuca, Tigres UANL, Mazatlán F.C. and Club Tijuana. 

The Club is now 4-5 against Liga MX opponents in official competition and 4-4 against Liga MX clubs across all competitions. 

Club Puebla enters Wednesday’s match with a 0-2-0 record in the 2026 Leagues Cup. Puebla opened the competition with a 5-2 loss to Portland on Aug. 6 before falling 3-0 to Austin FC on Aug. 9. 

2027 SDFC Memberships Now On Sale 

SDFC 2027 Memberships are now on sale, giving fans the opportunity to secure their place for the next chapter of SDFC and Major League Soccer. 

Memberships are available for both the 2027 Sprint Season and the 2027-28 Season and include a seat for every home match, priority access to playoff and special event tickets, exclusive Member events and experiences, a complimentary Apple TV subscription, savings on additional tickets, parking, merchandise and food and beverage, flexible 18-month interest-free payment plans and exclusive opportunities to connect with SDFC players. 

Memberships start at less than $30 per match. Fans can learn more and become a SDFC Member at SanDiegoFC.com/Memberships. 

Looking Ahead 

Following Wednesday’s Leagues Cup match, SDFC will return to MLS Regular Season action Saturday, Aug. 15, against Southern California rival LAFC at BMO Stadium. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. PT, with live coverage available on Apple TV and radio coverage available on San Diego Sports 760 AM. 

Getting to the Match 

• Pre-purchase parking HERE in advance to ensure a smooth arrival experience on Wednesday. 

• Use public transit: The MTS Trolley Green Line provides direct access to Snapdragon Stadium. 

• Rideshare: Drop-off and pick-up zones are located near the venue. 

• Review Matchday Policies at SanDiegoFC.com/matchday.