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2026 US Open Cup Round 3: Talles Magno hat trick helps NYCFC disappoint Westchester’s record crowd

April 15, 2026 by Dave Einhorn

Players from New York City FC (left) and Westchester SC battle for the ball in the Third Round of the 2026 US Open Cup. Photo: Westchester SC
Players from New York City FC (left) and Westchester SC battle for the ball in the Third Round of the 2026 US Open Cup. Photo: Westchester SC

New York City FC (NYCFC) of Major League Soccer defeated Westchester SC of USL League One, 5-2 on Tuesday night. A hat trick from Talles Magno and goals from Agustin Ojeda and Arnau Farnos, propelled NYCFC to victory.

Westchester were without head coach George Gjokai after he was sent off in the club’s Second Round penalty kick win over Vermont Green FC (USL-2). Westchester had two goals from open play from Daniel Burko and Kyle Evans, their first goals against an MLS team. It may not have been enough for Westchester in the match, but with a crowd of 5,145 in attendance, it was their first-ever sell out and, according to team officials, it’s a new record for the largest sporting event ever attended in Westchester County, New York.

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NYCFC fell in last year’s Third Round to eventual USL Championship winners the Pittsburgh Riverhounds, so they made sure to come out on the front foot against Westchester. It only took 14 minutes for Agustin Ojeda to get on the scoresheet. Galloping through the midfield, Ojeda laid the ball off to Seymour Reid on the right, who played it back to Ojeda for the open shot and goal. After not scoring in regulation in the second round versus Vermont Green, Westchester responded rather quickly.

Just a few minutes later, striker Daniel Burko got on the end of an inswinging corner kick. It was bundled over the line for good measure, but headed for goal nonetheless. The deadlock did not last very long as NYCFC retook the lead through a penalty conceded by captain Connor McGlynn. He went to ground in the area and managed not to make any contact with Talles Mango, who was on the ball, instead, Magno’s touch hit McGlynn’s arm and a handball was called. The penalty was scored by Magno. 

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The goals kept coming as NYC would add a third goal from Mango assisted by Augstin Ojeda once again. Both players showed their class in the goal, Ojeda through his ability to receive and keep the ball in a tight space, and Mango made a brilliant flick to move the ball onto his left foot and shoot. Just before half time, they’d get a fourth from Arnau Farnos, assisted once again by Ojeda, who pulled a pass that went all the way across the box and found an unmarked Arnau Farnos waiting for it. His powerful, close range strike was no match for Westchester goalkeeper Andrew Hammersley making the half time score, 4 to 1 in favor of NYCFC. 

The second half was a slightly different story as NYCFC had put the match out of reach, but Westchester still had a record crowd to show up for. Talles Mango would first send NYCFC into a frenzy as he completed his hat trick with an easy headed finish from a simple cross. He was left unmarked at the back post and made sure he wouldn’t miss. Westchester would get a second goal later on in the half as McGlynn found Kyle Evans, who took an ambitious shot that managed to find the back of the net. Although clearly down and out, Westchester players and fans celebrated proudly. 

After the match, Westchester assistant head coach Paul McGlynn praised his side for coming back in the second half. “We knew that we were pretty poor in the first half, and we just said we want to come out and win the 2nd half. We didn’t win it. We tied it, but at least we put in a bit of a better performance together.” 

The match had been billed as a derby, but what did both head coaches think? NYCFC’s supporter groups filled entire sections at Memorial Park. The 914 Infantry was also well represented. Was this really the beginning of a rivalry?

“No, I saw from the moment I arrived here, everybody was excited. People at this club were all so happy that they were playing against us because we have a lot of fans in this region. It was great for them to see us play, and have the local club play against us. I hope they enjoyed themselves. But for us, getting through to the next round was the priority.” said NYCFC head coach Pascal Jenson.

“Not in the first half, but maybe in the second.” said Westchester assistant coach Paul Glynn. When asked about the sell-out crowd, he went on to talk about the major accomplishments of the team. “It’s a community globe that’s gonna grow, grow, and grow. I think it’s just going to take a little bit more work within the community just to get more people in the stands, but I think that it’s happening step by steps.” 

Westchester will turn their attention back to USL League One with their next match on the road this Saturday against Athletic Club Boise. Meanwhile, NYCFC will face Charlotte FC at home on Saturday. They will also keep their eyes on the New York Red Bulls and Pittsburgh Riverhounds as they will face the winner, potentially setting up a classic Hudson River Derby in the fourth round of the US Open Cup. 

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2026 US Open Cup Round 2: Westchester SC needs PK shootout to survive Vermont Green’s upset bid

April 3, 2026 by Nate Scandore

Westchester SC players celebrate after beating Vermont Green FC 4-3 in a PK shootout after a 1-1 draw in the Second Round of the 2026 US Open Cup. Photo: Vermont Green FC
Westchester SC players celebrate after beating Vermont Green FC 4-3 in a PK shootout after a 1-1 draw in the Second Round of the 2026 US Open Cup. Photo: Vermont Green FC

Westchester SC defeated Vermont Green FC 4-3 in a penalty shootout after a 0-0 draw through regulation and extra time in Round 2 of the 2026 Lamar Hunt US Open Cup.

Westchester goalkeeper Matias Molina made several key saves during the match and stopped the decisive penalty in the sixth round of the shootout. The result sends Westchester to the Round of 32 for the second consecutive year, while Vermont Green FC exits in Round 2 for the second time in three seasons.

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Vermont Green FC controlled play from the opening whistle, creating early chances in the attacking third. In the third minute, Mitch Baker led a pair of opportunities, while in the 10th, Riley Moloney’s curling free kick was punched away by Molina.

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Vermont’s best early chance came in the 21st minute when a give-and-go freed Baker inside the box, but his shot was smothered by Molina at the near post.

Vermont Green held a 2-0 edge in shots on target and corners midway through the first half and continued to press. Baker tested Molina again in the 43rd minute with a half-volley, but Westchester goalkeeper Andrew Hammersley made the stop. Westchester’s best opportunity came late in the half on a breakaway, but a recovering Vermont defender prevented a shot attempt, sending the match to halftime scoreless.

Vermont maintained pressure in the second half. In the 61st minute, a low cross nearly resulted in a Westchester own goal, but Molina blocked the deflection. In the 73rd minute, Connor Miller’s free kick from 25 yards was handled by Molina.

Westchester’s best chance of regulation came in stoppage time when Conor McGlynn’s shot from the top of the box sailed over the crossbar. The match remained scoreless at the end of regulation.

In extra time, Vermont Green continued to generate chances. In the 95th minute, David Ismail delivered a cross from the right, but no teammate connected. By the 110th minute, Vermont held a 7-0 advantage in shots on target and a 7-1 edge in corner kicks but could not convert.

The match proceeded to a penalty shootout after two scoreless overtime periods.

Westchester SC goalkeeper Matias Molina makes a save in the PK shootout against Vermont Green FC in the Second Round of the 2026 US Open Cup. Photo: Vermont Green FC
Westchester SC goalkeeper Matias Molina makes a save in the PK shootout against Vermont Green FC in the Second Round of the 2026 US Open Cup. Photo: Vermont Green FC

Westchester took a 1-0 lead in the first round as McGlynn converted and Andrew Millar missed for Vermont. Vermont equalized in the second round after Niklas Herceg made a save and Alex Hall converted.

Both teams traded goals through the next rounds. Egor Akulov converted in the third round, and Moloney gave Vermont a 3-2 lead in the fourth with a Panenka after Herceg made another save.

Westchester converted in the fifth round, and Vermont’s Mitch Baker missed high, leaving the shootout tied at 3-3.

In the sixth round, Bryan Vasquez converted for Westchester. Molina then stopped Connor Miller’s attempt to secure the 4-3 shootout victory.

Filed Under: 2026 US Open Cup, Feature - Main, US Open Cup, US Open Cup Central Tagged With: 2026 US Open Cup, Vermont Green FC, Westchester SC

2026 US Open Cup Round 1: Daniel Burko’s brace powers Westchester SC past NY Renegades

March 20, 2026 by Dave Einhorn

Dean Burko of Westchester SC celebrates after scoring a goal against NY Renegades in the First Round of the 2026 US Open Cup. Photo: Westchester SC
Dean Burko of Westchester SC celebrates after scoring a goal against NY Renegades in the First Round of the 2026 US Open Cup. Photo: Westchester SC

Westchester SC of USL League One defeated the New York Renegades of the United Premier Soccer League (UPSL) 2-0 Thursday night to advance to the Second Round of the 2026 Lamar Hunt US Open Cup. It was a hard-fought battle for both sides, with tactics and physicality on display for about 100 fans in attendance in Mount Vernon, New York.

For Westchester, it was their second straight opening round win, after defeating FC Motown (NPSL) on the road in the First Round last year.

The first few minutes felt like a heavyweight bout as each side looked to create space and expose the other’s weakness. Westchester SC found a way through in the 34th minute through a penalty converted by Daniel Burko. A cross not properly dealt with by Renegades keeper, Jean Perez, led to a dangerous moment for Westchester. It left the defender Jeison Solano with little option but to go to ground, and his slide tackle caught Burko. After joining the club just a few months ago, this was Burko’s third appearance across all competitions and first-ever goal for Westchester.

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With the lead at home, Westchester continued to look for more opportunities. Westchester coach George Gjokai spoke about his tactics to find the NY Renegades’ weakness.

“I think we played a lot of nice soccer just behind the ball in front of them. You had to commit to get higher up the pitch and break lines, and get behind, and put them on their heels.”

In the second half, Westchester would do exactly that. Making it difficult for the Renegades’ attackers, like Sebastian Ruiz and Junior Rosero, to use their experience to affect the play without the ball. 

In the 80th minute, New York had arguably their best opportunity of the night when Angelo Quintanilla played a give-and-go down the right wing. He was able to cut inside and get his shot away, but Westchester goalkeeper Andrew Hammersley saved it. Renegades head coach and president, Boris Linares, would lament not converting opportunities like that.

“We did have our chances, and we didn’t convert. That’s what happens when you play at this level. You have to convert your chances. That’s football, you know.”

Westchester sealed their victory with a second goal in the 83rd minute. Burko scored his second of the match when a shot from substitute Johnathan Jimenez was blocked, and the rebound found its way to Burko. Jean Perez could do nothing but watch as Burko found the far right corner from close range and gave Westchester a 2-0 lead. Defenders collapsed upon realizing their Open Cup dream was coming to an end, but it was a well-fought battle between the two sides.

Daniel Burko had a stellar performance for Westchester and was thrilled to be the player who took the pressure off the rest of his team.

“A goal is always nice to release some pressure, you know, you’re up a goal, (NY Renegades) need to pressure you,” said Burko. “You don’t have to force anything. You can play with calmness and without pressure. It’s really nice for us just to have that pressure off.”

When asked about the next round of the competition, Burko relished the opportunity to advance to the next round.

“I love the cup,” he said, “I mean, the chance to play someone in a higher league to test yourself is just a great experience.”

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Filed Under: 2026 US Open Cup, Feature - Main, US Open Cup, US Open Cup Central Tagged With: 2026 US Open Cup, NY Renegades, Westchester SC

2025 US Open Cup Round 3: Cedeno’s PK, Smith’s stoppage time finish send Detroit City FC through

April 17, 2025 by Tavio Palazzolo

Detroit City FC players celebrate after scoring a goal against Westchester SC in the Third Round of the 2025 US Open Cup. Photo: Detroit City FC
Detroit City FC players celebrate after scoring a goal against Westchester SC in the Third Round of the 2025 US Open Cup. Photo: Detroit City FC

Detroit City FC welcomed a Third Division club to Keyworth Stadium for the fourth straight year to start its US Open Cup journey, but faced off against their first USL League One opponent – one playing a professional side in the competition for the very first time: newcomers Westchester SC. This match finished as all the rest of those aforementioned matches have: with a Le Rouge victory as DCFC won, 3-1, after two late goals by Jeciel Cedeño and Darren Smith.

With the win, Detroit City FC moves on to the Round of 32, guaranteeing a chance to play a Major League Soccer team. Head coach Danny Dichio, having felt the joys of advancing past an MLS side last year (they defeated 2023 Champions Houston Dynamo on penalties on the road), is looking to host one this time around. 

“I’d love to host an MLS club here. I really would,” he said. “To have an MLS club here at Keyworth on a magical night. That’s my dream for the Open Cup this year.”

Detroit’s Michael Bryant was wearing the captain’s armband for the night with long-time captain Stephen Carroll taking the night off, as were many regular Detroit City players due to a rotated squad. Players like Haruki Yamazaki and Dominic Gasso earned their first starts of the season. Meanwhile, Westchester essentially fielded a fully rested starting lineup since they had last weekend off.

Other than an early corner kick by Westchester earned after a turnover within 30 seconds of kickoff, Detroit dominated play for the first 20 minutes of the match, controlling the vast majority of possession and sending in chance after chance. However, none of those efforts particularly threatened Westchester goalkeeper Dane Jacomen. The 18th minute saw the first true build up by the visitors, working the ball in the DCFC half for a while until a through ball was effectively guided beyond the end line by Bryant. 

The best chance of the first half for Detroit came in the 43rd minute, when Bryant sent a long ball from the back towards striker Ben Morris. Westchester defender Tobi Adewole was able to get his head to it, but it allowed Morris to sneak past him. The ball just got away from him though as Jacomen was able to collect. Three minutes later saw Westchester’s best chance of the half as it approached the end. A Noah Powder corner kick caught goalkeeper Carlos Saldaña off his line, and Jonathan Bolanos settled the delivery inside the six. Unfortunately for the visitors, Gasso was there to clear out the danger.

The second half saw more excitement and more physicality. The first shot on target by either side came courtesy of Powder in the 48th minute. He was given a layup from teammate Juan Obregon about 25 yards out, but his resultant shot trickled into the box and was easily collected by Saldaña. Six minutes later in the 54th, Morris found himself with the ball near the end line surrounded by two defenders. He was able to get it toward the top of the six-yard box, where Sebastian Guenzatti sent a bicycle kick just wide right. The physicality came courtesy of Gasso, who in the 55th minute made a reckless challenge on Westchester defender Stephen Payne, earning himself a yellow card.

The 71st minute finally saw the first goal of the match, and it came via an initial feed from Yamazaki on the left wing to Jay Chapman in the box near the end line. He was able to send a flat cross to Morey Doner at the penalty spot, where Doner sent a one-timer past a helpless Jacomen, giving Le Rouge the 1-0 lead. His celebration? The Macarena, coordinated with Cedeño – in Doner’s own words – “a week in advance.”

That lead wouldn’t stay there for long, though. Just five minutes later in the 76th, Powder sent a ball up to Obregon near the top of the box. He settled it (partially with his face) and volleyed a rocket just under the crossbar beyond the reach of Saldaña to tie it at 1-1. It was Obregon’s fifth US Open Cup goal (his third this year).

The goals kept coming late. Detroit had the opportunity to take the lead for good in the 84th minute as Ates Diouf stormed into the box, only for Powder to stick out his foot in and tackle him. A penalty was called, and Cedeño stepped up to the spot. His shot was fired into the left corner past a diving Jacomen, who guessed correctly, but couldn’t reach far enough to deflect. The goal from the spot gave Detroit City the 2-1 lead they needed.

DCFC got a capper in stoppage time to secure the win. In the 94th minute, Payne (on the left wing) looked to relieve pressure by sending a ball back to Jacomen. However, Detroit substitute Jordan Adebayo-Smith, witnessing the slow roller, would seize the opportunity. He was able to touch the ball forward just before crashing into Jacomen, leaving the ball trickling towards an empty net. Smith was there to put it home and give Le Rouge the 3-1 victory.

Yamazaki, named Man of the Match for his tough play and chance creation having played the full 90 minutes, embraced the idea of playing in his first match at home for Detroit. 

“I felt really good since the first minute of the game. … I’ve never played in front of that crowd before, so it kept me going,” he said.

 

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2025 US Open Cup Round 2: Westchester SC uses hot start, strong defense to hold off NY Pancyprian Freedoms

April 3, 2025 by Dave Einhorn

Westchester SC players celebrate after scoring a goal against NY Pancyprian Freedoms in the Second Round of the 2025 US Open Cup. Photo: Westchester SC
Westchester SC players celebrate after scoring a goal against NY Pancyprian Freedoms in the Second Round of the 2025 US Open Cup. Photo: Westchester SC

On a cold night in Mount Vernon, NY, fans and families of the New York Pancyprian Freedoms gathered for the Second Round match up in the 2025 Lamar Hunt US Open Cup. The Pancyprian Freedoms, the three-time US Open Cup champions, had upset on their minds. They were fresh off of a victory in Round 1 against FC Cincinnati II, and sit at the top of the American Premier Soccer League, looked to pull off a major cupset. Meanwhile, fans, players, and staff celebrated Westchester SC’s first home match as a club. Westchester SC moved onto the Third Round of the US Open Cup after a famous 3-2 victory against the Freedoms.

The action started early as Westchester got their first goal in the third minute: former New York Red Bulls player Kenmar Lawrence, Westchester’s first signed player, put an excellent ball over the top of the defense from his own half. It fell right into the path of JC Obregon Jr. Obregon Jr did well riding a challenge from Westchester and slotted home with his left foot. It was a dream start for Westchester, a nightmare for New York.

Things would go from bad to worse for the Pancyprian Freedoms as they conceded an own goal in the 22nd minute. A cross from the left side was deflected poorly off of Jack Sluys, leaving the goalkeeper with no chance for a save as it sailed into the corner of the goal. Suddenly, the Freedoms were down 2-0, but Westchester wasn’t finished yet.

Daniel Bouman would add a third as a Westchester clearance fell to his feet at the top of the box, and he guided it into the top right corner. The score at half time was 3-0. 

The Pancyprian Freedoms decided to throw caution to the wind in the second half. They were given a lifeline from Westchester SC in the 53rd minute when Westchester goalkeeper Dane Jacomen caught a corner in the box, but he fell into his own player, and the ball came out. Pablo Herrera was right there to put the ball home for the Freedoms, making it 3-1. There were shouts for handball from the New York bench. Those no-calls didn’t have a huge effect on the match, but New York scored again late into stoppage time. 

This time, it was a cross from the left side of the area into James Thristino. He brought the ball down and had a lucky misskick land in an opportune place for a right-footed shot. With one minute left, the Freedoms were only a goal away from the impossible. It wasn’t meant to be, as they ran out of stoppage time. Westchester’s announced crowd of 2,026 erupted at the sound of the final whistle. It was their first-ever home win in the tournament.  

After the match, NY Pancyprian Freedoms manager Andreas Chronis praised his team for their outstanding second half.

“Our true self was in the second half … I think the boys did an amazing job,” said Chronis. “There were a couple of moments where I thought we would tie it.”

He also praised the players’ work rate, especially those who had been at their full-time jobs earlier that day.

“Seven of our starters were working before they came to the match. It takes time to get started after you’ve worked a full day, come here, and play against a professional team. That’s why we’re more of a second-half team.”

This victory is important for Westchester SC manager Dave Carton, but the road is very long.

“One game at a time. We want to deliver on our owner’s high expectations, but we might be in Pancyprian’s shoes in our next game,” said Carton. “We just have to be prepared for that. The target is to be in the Fourth Round.”

Carton also showed a lot of class in highlighting the NY Pancyprian Freedoms’ efforts throughout the match, even touting one of their players as the man of the match.

“They found another gear, and good for them. They deserve a lot of credit,” added Carton. “They are a proud club with a proud tradition in the competition. I’d give it to someone from Pancyprian Freedoms. I like Joey Holland. He’s a great player and played a good game.  

NY Pancyprian Freedoms will turn their attention to the National Amateur Cup and American Premier Soccer League. Meanwhile, Westchester will await their third-round opponents and prepare for their first home league match on April 27th in the USL Jagermeister Cup.

 

Filed Under: 2025 US Open Cup, US Open Cup, US Open Cup Central Tagged With: 2025 US Open Cup, NY Pancyprian Freedoms, Westchester SC

2025 US Open Cup Round 1: Late PK delivers Westchester SC a debut win over FC Motown

March 20, 2025 by Michael Battista

Westchester SC players celebrate after scoring a PK goal against FC Motown in the First Round of the 2025 US Open Cup. Photo: Westchester SC
Westchester SC players celebrate after scoring a PK goal against FC Motown in the First Round of the 2025 US Open Cup. Photo: Westchester SC

The USL League One newcomers Westchester SC earned their first-ever US Open Cup victory over tournament veterans FC Motown on Tuesday night. A late penalty kick goal by Juan Carlos “JC” Obregón was the deciding factor in a back and forth clash at Montclair State University.

“I’m very pleased, the game itself was how we were hoping it wouldn’t go, but that said tremendous credit to Motown tonight,” Westchester head coach Dave Carton said after the game. “I thought we played well and Motown matched us, especially defensively… The boys stuck with it, stayed calm and found a way to win the game.”

Obregón, a native of nearby New York City, was called on in the 81st minute. A long ball from the left side reached the former Hartford Athletic player in the middle of the box with his back turned towards the net. With three defenders around him, Motown’s Daniel Cordeiro made contact with the attacker’s leg and sent him to the ground.

The USL journeyman and one-time Honduras national team player sent a low shot to the right corner, which Motown keeper Josh Schaffer correctly predicted but couldn’t get in front of.

“(It’s a) late game penalty to put the team ahead. That’s what we dream of, that’s what we practice for,” Obregón said after the game. “At that moment I just wanted to step up and help my team come out with a victory.”

The Motown bench protested the call and nearly equalized not long after, but couldn’t find the back of the net. The team, which reached the National Premier Soccer League (NPSL) final last year, exits the tournament in the First Round for a third straight year.

The visiting WSC controlled the early portions of the match. The game’s first shot on target came from forward Prince Saydee, who attacked down the right side, cut around a Motown defender to get space in the box, and curled a shot just over the crossbar. The former Miami FC player was a key part of the attack for Westchester on the night, even if he didn’t get on the scoresheet.

Overall, Westchester’s size and speed advantage kept them in the driver’s seat for the first half hour. Motown’s only shot on target of the half came down to a free kick in the 11th minute, which was easily caught by keeper Dane Jacomen.

But as the half wore on, Motown started to do more than counter. The ball movement picked up and while they couldn’t get deep into the WSC end they were garning more ball possession time. The confidence built more, exemplified by a teamplay in the 40th minute. Erick Ruiz fed Maudwindo Germain, who juked defender Conor McGlynn multiple times to get to edge of the box. The ball was passed around outside the box before former pro Chris Bermudez struck a shot into a Westchester defender.

All of those players were regulars on the Motown team that reached the NPSL final last year. However the home side also brought in new faces. Of note, former Birmingham Legion players Eli Crognale and Anderson Asiedu, with the former starting, alongside defensive midfielder Eddie Speed – the son of Welsh international legend Gary Speed and a recent regular in the lower divisions of NYC soccer.

The second half saw Motown’s momentum really pick up. The amateurs held the ball and broke down the Westchester end of the field, though the team struggled to get more shots on target. When Westchester did get the ball, they still threatened and forced Schaffer to make some huge saves.

Obregón had a shot through traffic from the top of the box that forced the Ramapo College graduate to dive for the save early in the second half. Another long shot by him forced another diving save in the 57th. Overall, Schaffer made five saves in his first USOC start as the first choice Motown goalkeeper.

Coach Carton couldn’t give his team’s opponents anymore praise.

“We had a lot of possession and we didn’t get behind them as much as I would, and that’s down to how well they defended,” the coach said. “The keeper played well and (he) should be happy with his performance.”

In the game of inches, the penalty call decided the entire game. From his spot on the bench Carton didn’t get a good look at the foul, but praised his group for taking their time.

“It’s hard to comment because I didn’t really see it well. The FC Motown guys sounded and seemed really disappointed in it, so maybe they had a case,” Coach Carton said. “What I did like about it was that we were patient in the build up. We connected a lot of passes and we hit the ball from them for a while. So bringing the ball into a dangerous area I was happy with.”

Westchester has only played one other competitive game in their short history. The team’s first-ever USL League One match earlier this month ended 1-1, with both goals also being penalty kicks. 

“We want to score goals from open play, but we’ll take them as they get them, you know, if the ball goes across the line, we’re happy,” the coach joked.

Overall, the crowd of 500 plus fans was well entertained. Much of the crowd consisted of Westchester supporters, something that Obregón and his teammates can’t get over considering how young the club is.

“It definitely gives us a lot of optimism going into the season for for our home games,” the forward said. “The Westchester fans made the drive here and supported us and gave us unwavering support for the full 90 minutes – which helped us get that energy and pull the result.”

Westchester now waits to see who they will face in the Second Round. That could be a potential match against Hartford Athletic, who Obregón played for early in his career.

“Going back to Hartford would be heartwarming because, you know, my time there was great,” he said. “I think I left a legacy there, so it would be nice to be received by the fans.”

Scoring Summary

81’ – Westchester SC – Juan Carlos “JC” Obregón (Penalty kick)

Lineups

FC Motown: Joshua Schaffer (GK), Jean Voltaire, Matthew Leong, Daniel Cordeiro (Andrew Maia 85’), Edward Speed, Eli Crognale (Luca Campbell 60’), Stevo Bednarsky, Erick Ruiz, Maudwindo Germain (Joseph Fala 85’), Israel Neto, Christopher Bermudez (Illia Tyrkus 85’)

Unused subs: Kendell Thomas, Anderson Asiedu, David Greczek (GK)

Manager: Toure Weaver

Westchester SC: Dane Jacomen (GK), Bobby Pierre, Conor McGlynn, Kemar Lawrence, Stephen Payne, Joel Johnson Alajarin (Oluwatobilba Adewole 85’), Noah Powder, Jonathan Bolanos (Ermin Mačkić 68’), Prince Saydee (Bryan Vásquez 75’), Juan Carlos Obregón Jr., Koen Blommestijn (Samory Powder 68’)

Unused subs: Andrew Hammersley (GK), Daniel Bouman

Manager: Dave Carton

Yellow Cards

Christopher Bermudez, FC Motown 22’

Edward Speed, FC Motown 59’

Juan Carlos Obregón Jr., Westchester SC 74’

Stephen Payne, Westchester SC 90+4’

Attendance: 534

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U.S. Open Cup History

1935 National Challenge Cup Semifinals: After 29 days, Central Breweries win 3-game Western Final

The Western Final of the 1934/1935 National Challenge Cup featured one of Chicago’s best teams from the first 30 years of the tournament against a St. Louis team that would form their own dynasty.

  • 1995 US Open Cup: Rob Ukrop of Richmond Kickers voted TheCup.us Player of the Tournament
  • 1995 US Open Cup Final: Jeff Causey of Richmond Kickers voted TheCup.us Player of Round
  • 1995 US Open Cup Final: Richmond Kickers survive heat, beat El Paso Patriots in PKs to win title
  • 1995 US Open Cup Final Preview: El Paso Patriots hosting amateur Richmond Kickers in “El Sauna”
  • 1995 US Open Cup Semifinals: Jake Arrambide of El Paso Patriots voted TheCup.us Player of Round

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