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.

Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors gave a Commendation to commemorate Real San Jose beginning its 10th season. District 2 Supervisor Cindy Chavez the presentation was at the Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting on March 22 9:00 in the Board of Supervisors’ Chambers. Also presenting the Commendation was Mike Wasserman County Supervisor from District 1. RSJ Manager Nick Arellano received the award with players Jose Avalos and Jonathan Arellano.

“This is a special time for Real San Jose. It is an honor to be recognized by the County Supervisors as it reminds us of what we have done and spurs us on to do more for the community,” said Nick Arellano.

Supervisor began the presentation by calling Real San Jose “the best-kept secret” and Arellano agrees.

“In the context of the entire County of Santa Clara with all the great things and challenges here, we are the best-kept secret, and I am grateful to Supervisor Chavez for helping us be part of the big picture,” said Arellano. “Everyone in our organization is thrilled and very excited.”

RSJ opened the 2016 National Premier League season with a victory in Sacramento on March 19 and will travel to Oakland this Saturday evening to face defending West Region Champion CD Aguiluchos.

RSJ opens the 2016 Home Schedule on April 2 when East Bay Stompers come to PAL Stadium for a 7:00 pm kickoff.

Another loss for Real San Jose on June 11, this time to East Bay Stompers by the score of 0-2. RSJ was in the match all the way until the end when the Stompers were awarded a penalty and subsequently scored.

“I am seeing improvement in the team, compared to the game against Aguiluchos. We made a step forward. Overall I see improvement and a better understanding of the system I would like to play,” said RSJ head coach Markus Kothner.

Everything was equal until the 69th minute when the RSJ defense was caught flat at midfield and Isaiah Dairo took full advantage by scoring unopposed except for goalkeeper Matt Rielly who was making his debut in the San Jose goal.

“We need to be more focused and concentrated defensively,” said Kothner.

RSJ created a number scoring chances to seemed ready to score at any moment only to be stopped by Stompers Man of the Match goalkeeper Jose Majano.

Real San Jose travels to Sonoma this weekend and returns home to host Sacramento Gold on June 25.

Key injuries and late scratches from the lineup clearly contributed to a second half collapse as Real Jose gave five second-half goals en route to an embarrassing 7-1 defeat at Oakland on June 4th.

Key injuries to goalkeeper Jonathan Arellano(vs Seattle) and captain David Sifuentes (mid-week) played a major role in RSJ surrendering seven goals. Late scratches from three other RSJ players meant that RSJ would be unable to withstand the speed and pressure brought by CDA. Team fitness was the key to this match as an exciting first half ended with CD Aguiluchoes USA leading 2-1. Fernando Lares continued his scoring streak to four matches just before halftime off a nice assist from Luis Avalos.

RSJ hopes to end the season on a positive note with four games remaining in the so far disastrous 10th season. The first is at home against East Bay Stompers this Saturday at PAL Stadium. Kickoff is set for 7:00pm.