Lexington pulled off a narrow 1-0 away victory over San Antonio in a USL Championship match on August 17, 2025, a result that boosted their playoff hopes while dealing a blow to the hosts' ambitions. A solitary first-half goal proved decisive in a tightly contested match where defensive organization trumped attacking flair. The only goal of the game came against the run of play midway through the first half, as Lexington capitalized on a San Antonio defensive error to score a simple tap-in from close range. San Antonio dominated possession for the remainder of the match, creating a series of half-chances and forcing the Lexington goalkeeper into several good saves, but they lacked a cutting edge in the final third. The key incident was a disallowed San Antonio goal in the second half for a foul in the buildup, a decision confirmed by VAR that left the home fans incensed. This result sees Lexington climb the table, while San Antonio's inconsistent form continues to hinder their push for a higher seed. The Lexington manager praised his team's defensive discipline and resilience under pressure, while the San Antonio coach lamented his team's inability to convert dominance into goals. The lineups showed San Antonio in an attacking 4-2-3-1, while Lexington opted for a compact 4-1-4-1 shape focused on counter-attacks.