MLS Sides Go Five-for-Five on First Night of U.S. Open Cup’s Round of 32
USMNT Starlet Patrick Agyemang Shines with Extra-Time Game-Winner for Charlotte FC; Kevin Kelsy’s Stoppage-Time PK for Portland Timbers Avoids Cascadia Cupset
ATLANTA (May 6, 2025) – It wasn’t easy, but Major League Soccer’s representatives battled their way to a perfect five-for-five start on the first of two matchdays in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup’s Round of 32.
USMNT striker Patrick Agyemang stole the spotlight with an extra-time game-winner for Charlotte FC, while Kevin Kelsy’s dramatic penalty kick for the Portland Timbers during second-half stoppage time prevented a near “Cascadia Cupset” against Tacoma Defiance.
The 24-year-old Agyemang, who has had an impressive breakout season in 2025, added another memorable goal to his resume. After coming off the bench in the 78th minute, he was a constant threat up front, finally capitalizing with a 104th-minute header that secured a 2-1 victory for Charlotte over North Carolina FC in their first-ever meeting. Charlotte’s convincing 4-1 win was highlighted by a trio of extra-time goals, demonstrating their resilience and firepower.
Meanwhile, in the Greater Seattle area, Portland Timbers clawed back from a 2-1 deficit to Tacoma Defiance. Despite falling behind early in the second half, Portland’s Gage Guerra equalized in the 80th minute, and Kevin Kelsy delivered the decisive blow three minutes into stoppage time from the penalty spot, securing a thrilling 3-2 comeback and extending the storied Cascadia rivalry.
D.C. United also celebrated success, defending Audi Field with a 2-0 victory over Charleston Battery in the Coffee Pot Cup after a scoreless 90 minutes. Nashville SC edged past Chattanooga Red Wolves SC with a 1-0 win in a Tennessee showdown, while New York Red Bulls delivered a commanding 4-1 result against Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC, powered by Mohammed Sofo‘s first-half brace.
Full Schedule and Match Results
The final 11 games of the Round of 32 are scheduled for Wednesday, May 7, all streaming live on Paramount+. Select matches will also air on CBS Sports Network and the CBS Sports Golazo Network, accompanied by live whip-around coverage on The Golazo Show.
2025 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Results – Round of 32
Matchday #1 – Tuesday, May 6
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D.C. United 0-0, 2-0 (aet) Charleston Battery
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North Carolina FC 0-0, 1-4 (aet) Charlotte FC
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Nashville SC 1-0 Chattanooga Red Wolves SC
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Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC 1-4 New York Red Bulls
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Tacoma Defiance 2-3 Portland Timbers
Matchday #2 – Wednesday, May 7 (all times ET)
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Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC vs. New York City FC | 7:00 PM | Paramount+ & CBS Sports Network
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The Golazo Show | 7:00 PM | CBS Sports Golazo Network
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Philadelphia Union vs. Indy Eleven | 7:30 PM | Paramount+
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Louisville City FC vs. Minnesota United FC | 7:30 PM | Paramount+
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Rhode Island FC vs. New England Revolution | 7:30 PM | Paramount+
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Tampa Bay Rowdies vs. Orlando City SC | 7:30 PM | Paramount+
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Chicago Fire FC vs. Detroit City FC | 8:00 PM | Paramount+
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FC Dallas vs. AV ALTA FC | 8:00 PM | Paramount+
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St. Louis CITY SC vs. Union Omaha | 8:00 PM | Paramount+
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Austin FC vs. El Paso Locomotive FC | 8:30 PM | Paramount+
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Phoenix Rising FC vs. Houston Dynamo FC | 10:00 PM | Paramount+ & CBS Sports Network
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San Jose Earthquakes vs. Sacramento Republic FC | 10:30 PM | Paramount+ & CBS Sports Golazo Network
About the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup
The Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, now in its 110th edition, is the oldest national soccer competition in the United States, dating back to 1914. It is a knockout-style tournament open to all professional and amateur teams affiliated with U.S. Soccer. The winner not only claims the historic Dewar Challenge Trophy but also secures a spot in the 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup. Defending champions Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC) captured the title last year with a 3-1 victory over Sporting Kansas City.
For more information, visit the official tournament site at ussoccer.com/us-open-cup or follow the action on social media at @OpenCup on X/Twitter and Instagram, and @OfficialOpenCup on Facebook.
