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The Latest Breaking News from Open Cup

How MLS obscures the truth behind its withdrawal from the US Open Cup

Sending only some teams to the 111-year-old competition shows that MLS increasingly only cares about parts of the game it can control

The Guardian - US

2024 U.S. Open Cup Plans Approved With Hybrid Format

2024 U.S. Open Cup plans include a hybrid format with MLS and USL teams. Discussions ongoing for tournament viability and format.

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MLS’s arrogant withdrawal from US Open Cup is about controlling Messi Mania

The league announced it will send reserve teams to US soccer’s longest running competition in 2024

The Guardian - US

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Frank Klopas, Fire looking to make more U.S. Open Cup history

The Fire are proud of their U.S. Open Cup pedigree, but as they look ahead to a Tuesday quarterfinal, the franchise is trying to reverse a recent slide in the competition.

Chicago Sun-Times

Kevin Baxter: LAFC-Galaxy hope rivalry’s luster shines when they meet again in U.S. Open Cup

Kellyn Acosta was still on the practice field when U.S. Soccer held the random draw for the next round of Open Cup games. The LAFC midfielder wasn’t surprised when he learned who his team would play.

Los Angeles Times

Orlando Denies Sacramento Open Cup History by Making Some of Its Own

The Lions broke open a tense final in the last 15 minutes to claim their first trophy as an MLS side and continue their push forward as a franchise.

Sports Illustrated

Meet the English boss who has left Hollywood A-listers in awe with transformational job

Mark Briggs is preparing his Sacramento side for the US Open Cup final on Wednesday night in Florida against Orlando after an incredible six-game winning run

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David vs. Goliath duel pits Sacramento and Orlando City in U.S. Open Cup soccer final

Underdog Sacramento Republic FC, which plays in the lower-division USL, is trying to do what hasn't been done since 1999 — topple a Major League Soccer team in the U.S. Open Cup final.

WEKU

Sacramento’s Run at Open Cup History Teems With Destiny

Its bid to join MLS deferred, delayed and dismantled, the USL Championship side is beating top-flight teams instead, and one more stands in the way of a legendary title.

Sports Illustrated

A Major League Soccer 'Cupset' as Sacramento Republic advances to U.S. Open Cup Final

Sacramento continues its dream run as the first lower-division soccer team to get to the final since 2008 - with a chance to become the first non-MLS champion since 1999.

WEKU

Sacramento Becomes First Non-MLS Side in Open Cup Final Since ‘08

The magic of the cup continues for Sacramento Republic, which ousted Sporting KC in the semis on penalties to set up a final vs. Orlando City.

Sports Illustrated

WATCH: Chiefs players support Sporting KC in US Open Cup win over FC Dallas

A contingent of #Chiefs players was in attendance for Sporting KC's epic comeback win over the FC Dallas in the US Open Cup.

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