Orlando City SC vs. Sacramento Republic FC in the U.S. Open Cup final: odds, forecast, availability of tickets, and online viewing options
The US Open Cup final between Orlando City SC and Sacramento Republic FC will take place on September 7th. Here are the odds, forecasts, ticket details, and instructions for watching online.
In the US Open Cup final against Orlando City SC, Sacramento Republic FC will attempt to become the first non-MLS team to win the trophy since the Rochester Raging Rhinos in 1999.
Sacramento, a squad in the second-tier USL, has been on a remarkable run, defeating the San Jose Earthquakes, Los Angeles Galaxy, and Sporting Kansas City of Major League Soccer. All supporters of the underdog will be supporting the California club.
Standing in Sacramento’s way is Orlando City, an MLS side looking to win their first US Open Cup crown. This is the first-ever US Open Cup championship game appearance for both teams.
The US Open Cup is now in its 107th season, making it the nation’s oldest soccer competition. Similar to the FA Cup in England, the US Open Cup features teams from all levels, from professionals to amateurs, and is frequently ripe for surprises.
This year’s event had 103 teams from all divisions of US soccer. Due to the pandemic, the 2020 and ’21 tournaments were postponed, ending 106 years of continuous competition.
U.S. Open Cup Final odds
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U.S. Open Cup Final predictions
Sacramento has been playing like a Cinderella, but facing Orlando City SC on the road might be their toughest test to date. It remains to be seen if their luck has finally run out. Anything can happen if they can keep the game tight and even try to force a penalty-kick shootout.
Orlando, on the other hand, is currently vying for a playoff spot while enjoying a respectable MLS season. For them, winning this contest might save a season that would otherwise be merely average. They will, in other words, be totally concentrated on this game.
U.S. Open Cup Final: How to watch online
Date: Wednesday, Sept. 7
Time: 8 p.m. ET
Location: Orlando, Fla.
Venue: Exploria Stadium
Live Stream: ESPN+
U.S. Open Cup Final: Ticket information
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