Omaha to Host MASL2 Championship Weekend
MASL2 Playoffs Come to the Midwest: Omaha to Host National Semifinals & Championship at Baxter Arena
OMAHA, Neb. — The stage is set for one of the biggest weekends in professional arena soccer, as the MASL2 Playoffs arrive in the Midwest with a unique split-host format across Des Moines and Omaha.
Due to venue availability, the opening round will take place Friday, April 17 at SIG Sportsplex, before the action shifts to Baxter Arena on Saturday, April 18 and Sunday, April 19 for the national semifinals and championship.
This year’s playoff field features six of the top teams across the United States and Mexico, including:
No. 1 Harrisburg Heat (Harrisburg, PA)
No. 2 Iowa Demon Hawks (Des Moines, IA)
No. 3 Mexico City (Mexico City, MEX)
No. 4 OKC Certified Lions (Oklahoma City, OK)
No. 5 Krajisnik FC (Utica, NY)
No. 6 Omaha Kings FC
A Weekend Built for Fans
While Omaha enters the playoffs as the No. 6 seed and will open play on Friday in Des Moines, the focus of the weekend extends far beyond a single team’s path.
Omaha will serve as the host site for the final two days of competition, bringing elite-level arena soccer and a championship atmosphere to Baxter Arena.
Fans can expect:
— Two high-stakes semifinal matches on Saturday
— The MASL2 National Championship on Sunday
— Top-tier talent from across the United States and Mexico
— A fast-paced, high-energy indoor soccer experience
“This weekend is about more than just one team—it’s about bringing a national event to Omaha and showcasing the level of talent and excitement that arena soccer has to offer,” said Emmanuel Viel, head coach and co-owner of the Omaha Kings FC.
Playoff Schedule
Friday, April 17 – Opening Round (Des Moines)
SIG Sportsplex
— 2:00 PM CST — Media Event & Awards Ceremony
— 4:00 PM CST — (3) Mexico City vs. (6) Omaha Kings FC
— 7:30 PM CST — (4) OKC Certified Lions vs. (5) Krajisnik FC
Saturday, April 18 – Semifinals (Omaha)
Baxter Arena
— 4:00 PM CST — (2) Iowa Demon Hawks vs. highest remaining seed
— 7:30 PM CST — (1) Harrisburg Heat vs. lowest remaining seed
Sunday, April 19 – Championship Day (Omaha)
Baxter Arena
— 1:00 PM CST — Coed Exhibition match (Kings & Queens players)
— 4:00 PM CST — MASL2 National Championship
Fans attending Sunday’s matches will get even more action, with a special coed exhibition featuring players from both the Omaha Kings FC and Omaha Queens FC ahead of the championship match.
Tickets & Fan Information
All matches in Omaha will be held at Baxter Arena with general admission seating.
— Kids 16 & under: FREE admission
— Adults: $25 single day
— Two-day pass (Saturday + Sunday): $40
— Parking options include both free and premium ($10) on-site.
Tickets can be purchased by using the buttons below. Avoid extra online fees and purchase tickets in person, directly from the Baxter Arena Box Office window.
Watch Live
All matches throughout the weekend will be streamed live via Go Live Sports Cast, available online through their website or YouTube Channel, as well as on Roku.
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About the Omaha Kings FC
Omaha Kings FC are a professional arena soccer club competing in MASL2, the second division of the Major Arena Soccer League. Founded in 2019, the organization has grown from a grassroots club into a nationally competitive program, hosting matches at Baxter Arena and helping expand the reach of indoor soccer across the Midwest.