Austin FC to take part in U.S. Open Cup
- MLS will double its first-team presence in the U.S. Open Cup from eight teams in 2024 to 16 teams in 2025, as announced by the league.
- The Vancouver Whitecaps will not participate in the Leagues Cup, allowing San Diego FC to take their place in the 2025 tournament.
- The Union will be one of 16 teams in the U.S. Open Cup, aiming for their first title since 2018, according to Union manager Bradley Carnell.
- The U.S. Open Cup is the oldest soccer tournament in the country, with a rich history and significant fan interest.
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Austin FC to take part in U.S. Open Cup
AUSTIN (KXAN) - Austin FC is nearing the start of the 2025 season. As the Verde and Black compete in MLS Regular Season play, they'll also aim for another trophy. The MLS announced changes in club qualification criteria for the upcoming two seasons for official North American cup competitions. Austin's great 2023 season where they made the Western Conference Finals helped propel them to qualify for more competitions in 2024. A worse finish is 20…
The Union will play in the U.S. Open Cup and not the Leagues Cup this year
The Union return to America's oldest soccer competition after not playing in it last year, amid a fight between MLS and U.S. Soccer. And the club is pre-seeded for its first Cup home game since 2018.
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