Fort Wayne FC’s 2026 Season: What the Numbers Really Tell Us

How did Fort Wayne FC go from creating chances like a top-four attack to falling short of the playoffs? And what should the club change heading into 2027? In this episode of Fort Wayne Footy, we welcome Justin Hein of The Fort Wayne Defender for a deep dive into Fort Wayne FC’s inaugural USL League One season. We’re going beyond the final standings to examine the numbers behind the team's attack, defense, and possession game — and what they might tell us about the road ahead. Check out Justin's work at The Fort Wayne Defender: https://www.thefortwaynedefender.com Helpful articles from this episode: The Brief: Advanced Soccer Metrics - https://www.thefortwaynedefender.com/... The Brief Series: The Starting XI - https://www.thefortwaynedefender.com/... Catch us live at 9pm every Sunday night, or later in the week on your favorite podcast directory. Join us on Patreon and become a Footy Faithful:   / fortwaynefooty   You can now join as a monthly Patron and access exclusive content or simply support the show with a one-time donation of $15, $30, or $50. Social Links: Website: https://www.fortwaynefooty.com Instagram:   / fortwaynefooty   Facebook:   / fortwaynefooty   Sponsor Links: Omnisource - https://www.omnisource.com Lazer X - https://lazerxfw.com DeadOne Pest Control - https://deadonepestcontrol.com R&t Tree Expert - https://randtservice.com