Temecula FC
football club
Temecula FC is an American soccer club based in Temecula, California. Founded in 2013, the team currently plays in NISA Nation having previously played in the National Premier Soccer League, the fourth tier of the American soccer pyramid, from 2014 to 2021. The team colors are red and white.
History
Temecula FC was founded by Brandon Jantz and Vince Paccione on September 9, 2013. The team was accepted into the NPSL on September 26, 2013. They played as a member of the Southwest Conference from 2014 through the 2021 season. Following a one-year hiatus, NISA Nation announced Temecula FC as a participant for the 2023 spring season.
Temecula FC was announced as a participant for the 2025 NISA Pro Cup on June 6, 2025. However, prior to the start of the tournament, Temecula FC's X account announced that the club was dropping out of the tournament to instead pursue a bid to join USL League One, which was corroborated by a statement put out by NISA.
Seasons
As of July 19, 2025
Stadium
Temecula FC currently plays its home games at Chaparral High School's stadium in Temecula. After being announced for the 2025 NISA Pro Cup, owner Brandon Jantz identified the stadium as not being up to USSF standards for professional games and that construction of their own stadium would have to be a long-term goal of the club as they sought to move up to the professional ranks.
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