MLS initially tried to exclude its first teams from the Open Cup completely last year, but reached a compromise of eight amid a backlash. With the initial decision proving unpopular, the league has ...

As part of the qualification criteria for official North American cup competitions during the 2025 and 2026 seasons, the 2025 US Open Cup will feature 16 MLS teams and 10 MLS NEXT Pro teams.

Part of the backlash against MLS trying to exit the Open Cup was due to the suspicion the league was prioritizing its own competition, the Leagues Cup, over America's oldest soccer competition.

Billions of tourism dollars are on the line as the U.S., including Kansas City, gets ready to host World Cup soccer next year ...

Soccer Leagues and Tournaments Super Bowl 2025 Daytona 500 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show ...

For the second consecutive year, the Crew are not participating in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup. Unlike 2024, when there was no representation for the organization in the tournament, the Crew will ...

Happy Teddy Day 2024: Teddy Day is celebrated on the 4th day of love week. It is a delightful occasion that transcends the conventional exchange of flowers and chocolates. Instead, it invites us ...

Philadelphia Union, in conjunction with Major League Soccer, today announced their participation in the 2025 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup. The Union has a storied history in the prestigious tournament, ...