If you follow American soccer, you've probably heard about the US Open Cup, but might not know its full significance. This historic tournament offers a unique path for teams of all levels to challenge the pros and make a name for themselves.
The US Open Cup is trending because its future was recently uncertain, sparking a huge fan outcry.
Major League Soccer (MLS) initially announced its first-team clubs wouldn't participate in 2024, proposing MLS NEXT Pro teams instead.