Battlehawks Week 3 Preview: Rivalry with Birmingham Stallions Intensifies The 2026 UFL season has entered its third week, with the St. Louis Battlehawks facing a pivotal matchup against the Birmingham Stallions. The game, set for Sunday, April 12th at The Dome at America’s Center, promises to be a clash of contrasting histories and fanbases. The Stallions, the league’s most successful team with the most championships, will take on the Battlehawks, who boast the most dedicated fan base. This week’s contest is expected to be a high-stakes showdown, with both teams vying to secure a strong position in the standings after mixed results in their first two weeks of play. The Stallions, led by quarterback Matt Corral, entered the game with a 1-1 record following a narrow loss to the Houston Gamblers in Week 2. Despite Corral’s 226-yard, two-touchdown performance, Birmingham struggled to close out the game, falling to the Gamblers by a score of 13-6 in the fourth quarter. The loss highlighted recurring issues for the Stallions, including turnovers and defensive lapses that allowed the Gamblers to capitalize on critical moments. Coach Anthony Becht, who recently returned to the team after a contentious departure from the Battlehawks, faces the challenge of addressing these mistakes while building on the defense’s strong performance. The Stallions’ aggressive defensive line, which has been a key asset, will be tested by the Battlehawks’ offense, which aims to exploit weaknesses in the Stallions’ secondary. For the Battlehawks, the Week 2 loss to the Dallas Renegades exposed several areas needing improvement. Quarterback Brandon Silvers faced constant pressure, with the offensive line struggling to protect him and limiting his ability to make plays.#st_louis_battlehawks #birmingham_stallions #matt_corral #anthony_becht #brandon_silvers
