Strykers to Host USA vs. Mexico Rivalry on November 8

Marco Fabián likely to represent El Tri at Toyota Arena

Ontario, Calif. — The Empire Strykers of the Major Arena Soccer League (MASL) today announced they will host the indoor rivalry between the United States and Mexico for a sixth time on Sunday, November 8, 2026. The blockbuster event at Ontario’s Toyota Arena will feature a meeting of two co-ed squads, offering exciting international action right on the heels of the 2026 FIFA World Cup being held in North America. Kickoff is scheduled for 5 p.m. PT.

While the team rosters are yet to be announced, Strykers star and two-time FIFA World Cup veteran Marco Fabián is a likely call-up up after representing Mexico in the most recent edition of the high-profile clash in Ontario. Past Stars and Stripes participants include household names like U.S. outdoor ace Brek Shea and a pair of dual citizens in ex-LA Galaxy star Marcelo Sarvas and 2012 Olympic bronze medalist with Canada, Lauren Sesselmann.

Marco Fabián, who is a legend with his hometown Chivas de Guadalajara and has won the domestic cup in Germany with Eintracht Frankfurt, took the MASL by storm after joining Empire in early December 2023. The midfielder crowned his seamless transition to the indoor game with three major accomplishments in his first season, sharing the Golden Boot and earning Elite Six and Newcomer of the Year honors.

2012 Olympic gold medalist Fabián, who featured in last year’s MASL All-Star game, finished his second indoor campaign by earning 2024-25 MASL Second Team honors. In 57 regular season games with Empire, the Mexican icon has bagged 70 goals and 33 assists for a total of 103 points.

The USA vs. Mexico matchup promises to be eventful. Back in 2023, the El Tri women claimed an 11-8 victory in a thrilling affair, followed by an emotional win by the American men, who came from behind to prevail 6-5. In 2024, Mexico dominated with a 10-4 rout in the women’s game and a 6-3 victory by the men. Both years saw ruckus crowds of well over 6,000 cheer the action from the stands.

Fans can again expect fun activities and festivities surrounding the rivalry game. After a cornhole competition was held on the arena turf in 2023, the 2024 edition featured a BeerFest on the outside patio, among other highlights. Event details for November 8 will be announced in coming weeks.

With the new MASL campaign kicking off in late 2026, anyone looking to buy Empire Strykers single-game or season tickets should keep an eye out for the official schedule release in the fall. Strykers fan gear is available year-round at www.EmpireStrykersFanStore.comby visiting our online store.

The Strykers are the premier indoor soccer team in the Inland Empire and one of two top-tier pro indoor soccer teams in California. As a founding member of the MASL, the Empire organization prides itself on fielding one of the best small-sided teams in the world.

If you’re IE-based and looking to compete, you may have found yourself wondering, “Where can I find an indoor soccer league near me?” If so, feel free to reach out. We’re well connected in the area and might just be able to help. High-level players may even stand a chance at joining our reserve team, the Empire Jets, and entering the pathway to our senior squad.