The D.C. Defenders opened up the 2025 UFL season with an 18-11 victory over the Birmingham Stallions in front of an opening day crowd of 12,254 at Audi Field. The victory came off the back of a strong defensive performance that recorded 8 sacks, an interception and a fumble recovery. The Defenders return to Audi Field next Saturday, April 5th to face the Memphis Showboats in the Blossom Bowl at 8pm. Photos: @photosmrelacion / @washinformer