Columbus Crew push the pace in U.S. Open Cup Final

Club chases its first Open Cup trophy since 2002.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 1h1 min read

The Crew’s catalyst ⚡️ The Black & Gold go rushing in head first in the Final 😤 https://t.co/N9JEancVcu Via @ColumbusCrew on X

What happened: Columbus opened the U.S. Open Cup Final on the front foot at home, pressing forward from the opening whistle.

Why it matters: A victory secures the franchise's first domestic cup championship since the 2002 tournament. High-tempo pressure has defined a Columbus Crew squad that leads MLS in distance covered during the 2026 campaign.

What to watch: Play continues in Columbus with the 2026 U.S. Open Cup title on the line.

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@ColumbusCrew 2026-10-22T00:46:45.058142+00:00

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