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WELCOME TO EMPORIA FUTBOL CLUB

We are Emporia “Black Lions” Futbol Club. A semi-professional soccer team with recent acceptance into the United Premier Soccer League (UPSL), effective October 1st, 2023. We are excited to embark on this new journey and contribute to the Emporia Kansas vibrant soccer community.

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The League for Clubs (TLfC) is excited to announce the addition of Emporia FC for the 2026 season.
Based out of Emporia, Kansas, Emporia FC has played home matches at both Francis G. Welch Stadium on the campus of Emporia State University and Emporia High School. Founded in 2022, the club has built a diverse and talented roster featuring players from all across the United States and all around the world. With a commitment to inclusivity and excellence, Emporia FC has already had several former players sign professional contracts both domestically and abroad.
“Emporia FC was founded on belief — the belief that a community of hard-working people could create something extraordinary. From hosting international players under the lights of Welch Stadium to watching our own graduates sign professional contracts, our journey has always been about opportunity, culture and pride,” said Victor Ibarra, President and Owner of Emporia FC. “Joining The League for Clubs is a defining step forward, not just for our organization, but for every fan, volunteer and youth player who has believed in what we’re building here in Kansas. We are honored to represent Emporia on the national stage and continue to grow a club that inspires the next generation.”
Alongside its first team, Emporia FC operates a thriving academy of over 100 youth players across Emporia and Southeast Kansas. The club’s academy emphasizes affordability, education and opportunity for every family.
Emporia FC is expected to compete in TLfC’s Central Region, although official conference and region alignment will be announced at a later date. The club will join FC Wichita as the second team that is based in Kansas to be confirmed for TLfC’s 2026 season. Emporia FC last competed in the UPSL’s Midwest South Conference in the Spring of 2025.
The League for Clubs completed its inaugural season in 2025 with 47 clubs and six conferences across all four time zones in the contiguous United States. Its mission is to bring a club-friendly platform that encourages sustainability and collaboration. To learn more about The League for clubs, visit TLfC’s official website — theleaguefc.com.

LATEST RESULTS

Emporia FC

Loss

Inter Wichita FC

Win

3

vs

5

United Premier Soccer League

Emporia High Turf Stadium

06/18/2025

Emporia High Turf Stadium

06/18/2025

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Emporia FC

Win

Aleksa Musikic (1)

Alex Almeda (1)

KC Legends

Loss

2

vs

0

United Premier Soccer League

Welch Stadium

06/14/2025

Welch Stadium

06/14/2025

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Emporia FC

Draw

Sporting Wichita SC

Draw

1

vs

1

United Premier Soccer League

Welch Stadium

06/10/2025

Welch Stadium

06/10/2025

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TEAM MANAGEMENT

STANDINGS

Standing 2025

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	GD	Pts
1	Dodge City FC	10	7	1	2	43	12	31	22
2	Sporting Wichita SC	10	6	4	0	35	7	28	22
3	Al Madinah FC	10	6	2	2	28	10	18	20
4	Emporia FC	10	6	1	3	21	12	9	16
5	Inter Wichita FC	10	4	2	4	18	18	0	14
6	CKU	10	4	1	5	20	16	4	13
7	KC Legends	10	3	1	5	18	30	-12	10
8	Eagles FC	10	2	0	8	16	57	-41	6
9	Ryogoku SA	10	0	2	8	12	49	-37	2