2026 US Open Cup Round 1 Day 1 Review, Day 2 Preview

It was a fantastic first day of Open Cup action in the First Round Proper as the clubs in the lower levels started with a bang, including a cupset as Vermont Green eliminated Portland Hearts of Pine from Maine, while the rest of the clubs from USL Championship advanced to the second round on this day.NOTE: Steel City Vs. Pittsburgh Riverhounds was postponed due to very inclement weather and will be made up on Wednesday, March 25th. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit beyondthe90.substack.com/subscribe