TAMPA, Fla. – The 2016 USL Cup, the United Soccer League’s annual championship game, has been scheduled for Sunday, October 23, at 8 p.m. ET on ESPNU. The game will also be available through WatchESPN, accessible on computers, smartphones, tablets and connected devices to fans who receive their video subscription from an affiliated provider, as well as globally via ESPN International and the network’s international partnerships.

The 2016 USL Cup will be played at a site to be determined, featuring the USL’s Eastern Conference Champion versus the Western Conference Champion in a one-game, winner-take-all format.

“We are thrilled to bring the 2016 USL Cup, the league’s marquee event, to a prime time audience on ESPN, Inc., The Worldwide Leader in Sports,” said Jake Edwards, USL President. “ESPN has been a great partner to the USL and we look forward to expanding our relationship that began in 2015. This will also serve as a great opportunity to showcase our newest broadcast initiative, USL Productions.”