The 2026 season has come to an end, and there is no way to describe it other than disappointing.

After twenty seasons, Real San Jose experienced the most difficult year in club history. The results on the field fell well below the standards we have set for ourselves, and as a club we must honestly acknowledge that.

Professional standards require commitment, preparation, accountability, and consistency. This season showed us that we fell short in those areas.

The responsibility for rebuilding begins now.

Over the coming months, the club will evaluate every aspect of its operation as we prepare for the 2027 NPSL season. Our goal is not simply to improve our record, but to rebuild a culture that reflects the values Real San Jose was founded on nearly twenty years ago.

As part of that process, the club will not participate in the 2027 U.S. Open Cup qualifying competition. We believe our resources are better invested in strengthening our roster, improving our organization, and building a team capable of competing at the level our supporters expect.

Open tryouts for the 2027 season will be announced in early 2027. Every roster position will be earned.

To our supporters, sponsors, volunteers, players, and everyone who has stood behind Real San Jose over the past twenty seasons, thank you. Difficult seasons do not define a club. How a club responds to them does.

The work begins today.

Real San Jose overcame being a goal and a man down in their NSL Pacific Quarterfinal match to win in penalties over Stockton TLJ FC on July 9 at PAL Stadium. Francisco Avila made the most of a perfect setup pass from Alvaro Gomez to tie the score at 3-3 shortly before regulation time ended. The final score was 8-6 as RSJ converted all five spot kicks as Avila scored the 5th and final spot kick. Real San Jose will now advance to the NSL Pacific Semifinals. Stay tuned for more updates! #rsj #realsanjose #nsl #nslpacific #sanjosesoccer

Real San Jose stayed unbeaten in NSL Pacific Conference play with an unlucky goalless draw vs Salinas SA. It was the second straight shutout for RSJ who are 7W 2T 0L on the season. RSJ has a firm grip on a home playoff match with two matches remaining. Next up is a home date with rivals San Leandro United. This match will be next Sunday, June 19 at 6 PM at PAL Stadium. Real San Jose is coming off back to back shutouts and will look to continue their defensive dominance against San Leandro. Real San Jose is unbeaten in their last 9 matches, with 2 shutouts in that span. A win or draw would guarantee Real San Jose of no worse than 2nd place in the conference and a home playoff games. #rsj #nsl #realsanjose #sanjose #nationalsoccerleague #nslpacific

Real San Jose remained unbeaten in conference play with a convincing road victory against Cruizers FC on Saturday. After a scoreless first half, RSJ got on the board in the 58th minute with a goal from Francisco Avila. Ricardo Tovar added two more goals to seal the victory. Newly signed Oscar Avendano had a solid match as did Davi Prado who’s pinpoint pass setup Avila's goal. It was the best 90 minutes of the season for RSJ, who are now in first place with a 7-1-0 record. The Cruizers entered the match without a loss, but were no match for RSJ on Saturday. The win was especially impressive considering it came on the road, in front of an energetic crowd at Big Valley HS in Modesto, CA. RSJ will look to continue their winning ways when they host NSL rivals Salinas Soccer Academy next Sunday at PAL Stadium. Kickoff is set for 6PM. #rsj #realsanjose #nsl #San Jose #club’s first #Cruizers FC