#36 Why isn’t the U.S. Open Cup a big deal?

Soccer 101

On this episode of Soccer 101, Joe Lowery explains why the U.S. Open Cup isn’t a big deal. From missed opportunities to capitalize on wild upsets, to financial constrictions, to formatting problems, this episode puts the Open Cup under the microscope.

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