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USL Super League: Sporting Club Jacksonville vs DC Power FC – Commentary and Broadcast Details
The opening match of the Gainbridge USL Super League season on August 24, 2025, sees Sporting Club Jacksonville face off against DC Power FC. British viewers keen to watch this exciting fixture can catch it live on Peacock in the USA, while it will also be streamed on YouTube via the USL official channel. Both broadcasts feature commentary from Cole Pepper with co-commentary by Becky Burleigh, offering expert insights throughout the game.
The match kicks off at 2:50 AM UK time on Sunday, August 24, originating from Jacksonville, Florida, where an adjusted kickoff time of 8 PM local (Eastern Time) was set to accommodate weather concerns. Sporting Club Jacksonville’s stadium, Hodges Stadium, promises a lively atmosphere with pre-match fan zones, music, and ceremonial festivities featuring local talents such as vocalist Payten Tison and Jacksonville’s own Professor Jabrai Jones whose anthem performance underlines community pride.
Broadcast and Commentary Team
Cole Pepper is the lead commentator for both Peacock and YouTube coverage. Pepper brings a wealth of experience covering USL and other soccer events, known for clear, engaging match narration and tactical analysis. Alongside him, Becky Burleigh provides the co-commentary. Burleigh, a well-respected figure in women’s football, is a former head coach of the University of Florida's women's soccer team, noted for leading them to several NCAA tournament appearances and devoted to enriching the viewing audience with her tactical and player insights.
Match and Team Background
This fixture holds significant importance as it is Sporting Club Jacksonville’s inaugural home match, marking the debut of the First Coast’s first professional women’s soccer team. Sporting JAX are aiming to set the tone as a new force in the USL Super League, with their president Steve Livingstone emphasising the commitment to a safe and exciting fan experience despite weather cautions.
DC Power FC, traveling from Washington, D.C., arrive under the leadership of veteran coach Omid Namazi, famed for his disciplined defensive style and fluid attack strategies. Their captain, Claire Constant, is a formidable defender whose leadership forms a backbone for the side. The club also boasts high-profile owners such as WNBA star Angel Reese, elevating the team’s profile within the league.
Where to Watch Live
- Peacock (USA only): Official broadcasters of USL Super League matches with Cole Pepper as main commentator and Becky Burleigh as co-commentator.
- YouTube – USL Official Channel: Free streaming option featuring the same commentary team, making it accessible for fans outside the US.
Although UK terrestrial broadcasters such as ITV, BBC, or Sky Sports do not currently hold broadcasting rights for this Super League match, UK fans can rely on the online streams for live viewing given the early kick-off time.
Additional Context and Fan Experience
The matchday experience at Hodges Stadium includes a Fan Zone opening hours before kickoff, live music, community activities, and special performances such as the national anthem and presentation of colours by Terry Parker High School NJROTC. Fans are advised that umbrellas are not permitted inside the stadium due to safety, but rain ponchos are allowed, anticipating Jacksonville’s sporadic August thunderstorms.
This game represents not only a key sporting contest but also a celebration of women’s football growth in the US, supported by strong local community involvement and high-profile ownership.
