St. Louis City SC Claims First Trophy in U.S. Open Cup Final
St. Louis City SC achieved a historic milestone by winning their first trophy in club history, defeating Columbus Crew 5-3 in a penalty shootout during the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup final on Wednesday. The match extended over two hours and concluded with a shootout after regular and extra time.
The game took a dramatic turn when starting goalkeeper Roman Burki was hospitalized after a head injury in the 78th minute, leading to backup keeper Benjamin Lundt stepping in. Lundt saved the first penalty taken by Santi Rodriguez, which proved crucial as St. Louis' players executed their penalties effectively, with midfielder Daniel Edelman scoring the decisive penalty.
During the trophy presentation, Burki's jersey was displayed as he was receiving medical attention. St. Louis has a rich history in the Open Cup, having won it 10 times between 1920 and 1988. This victory marks a significant achievement for the MLS club, which began play in 2023. Coach Yoann Damet expressed pride in the team's resilience and ambition, aiming for further success in the league.
