FC Monmouth Announces 2026 Home Match Schedule and Theme Nights
Written By Andrea Peralta
Coming off a season that included a #2 national ranking for the men's team and multiple national honors for the women's team, FC Monmouth enters 2026 with higher expectations and broader ambitions. With the launch of the club’s first ever Men’s Field Trip Day and renewed rivalries taking place at Count Basie Park in Red Bank, this new season promises to be one of the most impactful seasons to come.
2026 Home Match Schedule
A First for FC Monmouth: Men’s Field Trip Day
The season opens with a defining moment for FC Monmouth. On Friday, May 1st at 11:30 AM, FC Monmouth will host its first ever Men’s Field Trip Day, inviting schools across Monmouth County to attend a free, interactive experience with the team. The day will start at 9:00 AM with health and wellness programming, educational engagement opportunities, and on-field activities before a men’s preseason kickoff against a to-be-announced opponent.
“This is an event that we have wanted to offer to the community for years, and we are finally able to bring this experience to the aspiring athletes of our next generation. We hope to offer an opportunity to all students in our backyard to gain an up close experience with our players to be able to inspire younger athletes to reach their goals in and out of the classroom.”
This new event reflects FC Monmouth's continued commitment to engage with the youth and community.
Men’s Team 2026 Home Schedule & Theme Nights
The men’s team slides into its second season in The League for Clubs with more to achieve. In 2025, FC Monmouth ranked as high as #2 in the nation before its loss to Atlantic City FC in the Northeast Conference Semifinal. This year, expectations, standards, and ambitions have risen.
May 9, 2026
7:00 PM (Saturday) vs. Kensington SC — Monmouth County Night Presented By Monmouth County Tourism
Kensington SC returns after FC Monmouth hosted them for the first time ever last season, with the blue and gold winning 1–0. Fans are encouraged to celebrate Monmouth County with local pride themed activities.
June 6, 2026
7:00 PM (Saturday) vs. Excelsior — Wellness Awareness Night Presented By Navesink Psychological Services
Excelsior, a newly established club, have never faced FC Monmouth. This evening will include interactive health and wellness activities, promoting fitness and well-being for fans of all ages.
June 20, 2026
7:30 PM (Saturday) vs. First State FC — Military & First Responders Night Presented By Whirl Construction
First State FC remains a strong historical opponent, with FC Monmouth holding a 4-0-1 all-time record. The match will feature free admission for all veterans, active miliary, and first responders. It is the night cap that will follow a women’s home match at 4:30PM.
June 27, 2026
4:30 PM (Saturday) vs. Atlantic City FC — Health & Wellness Night Presented By Hospital for Special Surgery
This rivalry has been brewing since both clubs launched in 2017, intensified when Atlantic City FC knocked Monmouth out of last year’s playoffs. Fans can participate in health and wellness programming throughout the match. It is the first of two matches on the night, with the ladies in blue and gold kicking off at 7:30PM.
July 10, 2026
7:00 PM (Friday) vs. Real Central — Fan Appreciation Night Presented By The 732
The season ends with a celebration for FC Monmouth supporters, featuring giveaways, fan contests, and recognition of the club’s most dedicated supporters. For the 3rd year in a row, all fans attending a match will recieve a free raffle ticket, to earn over $1,000 in prizes.
“There was a lot left on the table left from our men’s team last year. We were an incredibly young group, but an incredibly talented one at the same time. I hope 2025 was a great learning experience for the guys on and off the field, and that the experience gained from an incredibly successful season can snowball into further prosperity on the field in what is set up to be an exciting 2026 season.”
Women’s Team 2026 Home Schedule
In the last two seasons, FC Monmouth’s women’s team has grown and evolved, and they are back as a strong contender in the Women’s Premier Soccer League (WPSL). In 2025, the women’s team earned National Team of the Week (Week 6), Colonial Division Organization of the Year, and National Expansion Team of the Year. They finished in second place in the colonial division, just a hair away from qualifying from national playoffs, leaving them eager for more.
May 28, 2026
7:30 PM (Thursday) vs. Kensington SC — Nation’s Night Presented By House of Chong
Kensington’s women’s team debuts in the WPSL this season, giving FC Monmouth a new opponent to go against at home. All fan’s repping their favorite national team kits will get in for free!
June 20, 2026
4:30 PM (Sunday) vs. Philadelphia Ukrainians — Military & First Responders Night Presented By Whirl Construction
Philadelphia Ukrainians were FC Monmouth’s first ever WPSL opponent in a 3–3 draw last season. Their all time head to head stands at 1-1-1. With a tight 2026 table anticipated, this will be a crucial matchup. The matchup is the 1st game of a double header, which will be followed by the men’s team in the evening.
June 24, 2026
7:00 PM (Wednesday) vs. SJEB FC — Community Night Out Presented By OceanFirst Bank
FC Monmouth finished second behind SJEB FC last season, making this a high-stakes matchup. Fans can enjoy a special FC Monmouth tailgate before the match.
June 27, 2026
7:30 PM (Saturday) vs. Love City FC — Health & Wellness Night Presented By Hospital for Special Surgery
Love City FC enters the schedule as a first-time expansion opponent in the WPSL. Health and wellness activities will be available for fans to participate in throughout the match. The match is the night cap of a 2nd and final men’s and women’s double header of the summer.
July 11, 2026
7:00 PM (Saturday) vs. Real Central — Fan Appreciation Night Presented by The 732 SC
The season concludes with a celebration of FC Monmouth supporters, featuring giveaways, fan recognition, and interactive contests. For the 3rd year in a row, all fans attending a match will recieve a free raffle ticket, to earn over $1,000 in prizes.
“Aside from a national title our women’s team set the bar extremely high in 2025, accomplishing almost every feat we could’ve asked for in our first year in the WPSL. Playoffs are 100% a goal for 2026 that we have high hopes for and will be working hard to achieve for our community.”
Raising the Bar
This eighth season, FC Monmouth continues to evolve, build, and raise the bar. With new traditions starting and high-stakes matches, 2026 is going to be a year that leaves a mark at Count Basie Park.
“We hope you can visit us out on the pitch in 2026 which is slated to be an incredible year for soccer in the garden state. No matter who you are rooting for across the world in this big year we hope to be your local team, it doesn't always have to be your favorite one. I’d encourage all fans of the sport to come support our men’s and women’s teams for a fun night out at Count Basie Park.”
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