JC Obregón and Peter Mangione celebrate with Brooklyn FC supporters during the men’s inaugural match.
Brooklyn, N.Y., Mar. 13, 2026 – Brooklyn Football Club (Brooklyn FC) men continue their inaugural USL Championship season on Saturday, March 14, with a road match against Detroit City FC at Keyworth Stadium. Kickoff is set for 4:00 p.m. ET, and the match will air on ESPN+ and TUDN.
Brooklyn enters the match at 1-0-0 after opening the season with a 1-0 victory over Indy Eleven at Maimonides Park. Forward Juan Carlos “JC” Obregón Jr. scored the first goal in club history from the penalty spot in the 26th minute, while goalkeeper Kayne Rizvanovich made several key saves to help secure the men’s first clean sheet.
Saturday marks another early milestone for Brooklyn FC men, as the club plays its first road match. It also marks the first-ever meeting between Brooklyn and Detroit City FC. Brooklyn will look to build on the defensive discipline and timely attacking moments it showed in its season opener as it takes on a Detroit side opening its campaign at 0-0-0.
Obregón leads Brooklyn with one goal entering the weekend, while Stefan Stojanovic and Thomas Vancaeyezeele share the team lead in chances created with two each.
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Brooklyn FC Men return home to Maimonides Park on Friday, March 21, for a 7:00 p.m. ET match against Hartford Athletic. Tickets are available on SeatGeek.
About Brooklyn Football Club
Brooklyn Football Club is the borough’s professional soccer club, competing in the United Soccer League ecosystem. The club’s men’s team is preparing for its debut in the USL Championship in 2026. The women’s team plays in the Gainbridge Super League, a USL property, at the top tier of U.S. women’s soccer. United by a commitment to community, culture, and competitive excellence, Brooklyn FC represents the global game with local heart. Learn more at brooklynfootballclub.com.
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