As the Union prepare to host their second US Open Cup final, a look at Philadelphia-area teams in the final throughout the history of the country’s oldest national soccer tournament, which has had local winners ten times since 1914.
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1960 US Open Cup final is a tough act to follow
In the 1960 US Open Cup final, Philadelphia’s Ukrainian Nationals came from behind three times over 120 minutes to win the championship with Mike Noha scoring all five of the Uke Nats goals. Roger Allaway has the story.
Philadelphia German Americans win the 1936 US Open Cup
On May 3, 1936, Philadelphia German Americans became the first amateur team, and the first team from the city of Philadelphia, to win the US Open Cup.
Loan reinforcement, Union face NE in USOC quarterfinals tonight, WC semis begin, more news
Report says Brian Brown joining Union on loan. Union ready for tonight’s US Open Cup quarterfinal match. Brazil-Germany World Cup semifinal today. More.
Great Philly soccer teams: Lighthouse
A powerhouse of mid 20th century American soccer, Lighthouse Boys Club won 5 U-19 national championships and provided players to local amateur and professional teams as well as the US national team.