Lightning Elite FC is set for a big night at home on Sunday, April 12, 2026, as the club welcomes Aspire FC Lions to Sima Sports Complex for a Texas South matchup. UPSL lists this as Lightning Elite’s season opener, while Aspire enters after opening the spring with a draw against SVD Beaumont and a match against Katy Jaguars FC.

For Lightning Elite FC, Sunday is a chance to open the season in front of the home crowd and make an early statement at its new home. A home opener always brings extra energy, and Lightning will be looking to turn that moment into a strong first performance.

Aspire FC Lions also come in with quality and recognition of their own. On March 27, UPSL Texas South highlighted Aspire players, and the official UPSL team page confirms Diego Sorto, Julio C. Rivas Campaz, and Tomas Mejia are part of Aspire’s 2026 spring squad.

That makes this a strong matchup between two clubs with plenty to play for. Lightning Elite gets the chance to set the tone in its first match, while Aspire FC Lions looks to keep building momentum and show its quality on the road.

Match Details
Lightning Elite FC vs. Aspire FC Lions
Sunday, April 12, 2026
6:00 PM
Sima Sports Complex
10730 Bonner Rd, Brookshire, TX