Minnesota United FC's 2026 US Open Cup Run Ends in Round of 16
Minnesota United FC's 2026 Lamar Hunt US Open Cup journey ends in the Round of 16 after a 4-2 defeat to the San Jose Earthquakes. Explore the tournament's 'wildest' matches.
Minnesota United FC's 2026 Lamar Hunt US Open Cup campaign concluded abruptly in the Round of 16, as the club suffered a 4-2 defeat to the San Jose Earthquakes on Tuesday. This result sees Minnesota United FC eliminated from what is often dubbed soccer's wildest tournament, a competition where teams from all levels of the American soccer pyramid clash.
The Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup is a unique spectacle in American soccer, drawing parallels to global domestic cups like England's FA Cup and Spain's Copa del Rey. It's the only competition in the United States where amateur, semi-pro, and professional teams compete within the same bracket, creating unpredictable matchups and thrilling upsets.
The 2026 tournament's Round of 16 commenced on Tuesday, with clubs fiercely competing for a coveted spot in the CONCACAF Champions Cup. Following Tuesday's action, the quarterfinals are set to take place on May 19 and May 20, promising more high-stakes football.
In one of Tuesday's key matchups, the San Jose Earthquakes secured a decisive 4-2 victory over Minnesota United FC, ending the Loons' hopes for advancement. Other results saw Atlanta United FC defeat Charlotte FC 2-0. Six additional matches are scheduled for Wednesday, with kickoffs ranging from 7 p.m. ET to 9 p.m. ET.
Fans eager to follow the remainder of the 2026 U.S. Open Cup can watch all Round of 16 games broadcast live on Paramount+. Wednesday's schedule includes matchups such as Red Bull New York vs. New York City FC, New England Revolution vs. Orlando City SC, and Columbus Crew vs. One Knoxville SC, among others.