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Newcomers Austin FC and Nashville SC Face Off in Historic U.S. Open Cup Final
1 Oct
Summary
- First-ever cup final for Austin FC, second for Nashville SC
- Nashville aiming to be first Tennessee pro team to win a trophy
- Evenly matched sides with star attackers to watch
In a historic moment for two rising MLS clubs, Austin FC and Nashville SC will face off in the 2025 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup final on October 2, 2025. This marks the first-ever cup final appearance for Austin FC, while Nashville SC is making its second such appearance after losing the 2023 Leagues Cup final on penalties.
For Nashville, the stakes are even higher as they seek to become the first professional sports team in the state of Tennessee to bring home a trophy. Defender Jack Maher has emphasized the significance of this moment, stating that the entire locker room and fan base are eager to make history.
On the other hand, Austin FC look to join the Houston Dynamo and FC Dallas as the third Texas team to lift the U.S. Open Cup. The two sides are evenly matched, with both boasting impressive attacking talent. Austin have had to adjust after losing Brandon Vazquez, but have found success through their aerial prowess, scoring 11 headed goals this season.
Nashville, meanwhile, will rely on the goal-scoring exploits of Sam Surridge, who has 27 goals in all competitions. However, if Austin focus too much on Surridge, they'll have to contend with the creativity of Hany Mukhtar. This clash of rising MLS powers promises to be a captivating and hard-fought affair, with a coveted trophy on the line.
