Salt Lake City, UT, September 23, 2026 —

The United Football League (UFL) is set to expand its presence, announcing plans to introduce a new team in Salt Lake City, Utah. This expansion marks a significant step for the league as it prepares for its new team’s debut, scheduled for the 2028 season.

The new UFL franchise will establish its home base at America First Field. This venue is owned by the prominent Larry H. Miller family, a well-known entity in the sports and entertainment landscape. The addition of Salt Lake City will bring the total number of teams in the United Football League to 10.

Further details regarding the team’s name, coaching staff, player acquisitions, and operational specifics were not immediately available. The league has not yet provided a timeline for when more information will be released regarding the Salt Lake City expansion.

The UFL aims to grow its footprint with this latest expansion, indicating a strategy to broaden its reach across new markets. The league has not disclosed the specific criteria or process that led to the selection of Salt Lake City for its tenth franchise.


Story summarized from the original created by Na’Andre Emerson on www.deseret.com, see more information here.

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