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Colby Bangasser

2026 US Open Cup Round 1: Former MLS player leads Valley 559 to upset win in debut

March 19, 2026 by Colby Bangasser

Players from AV ALTA FC (green) and Valley 559 FC collide during their First Round match in the 2026 US Open Cup. Photo: AV ALTA FC

The 559 defeated the 661 in the FIrst Round of the 2026 US Open Cup.

Filed Under: 2026 US Open Cup, Feature - Main, US Open Cup, US Open Cup Central Tagged With: 2026 US Open Cup, AV ALTA FC, Valley 559 FC

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