The final of the United States’ oldest tournament is in sight, with the spotlight on Messi and the plot twisting toward a potential second crown on North American soil. GOAL outlines when the climactic clash might unfold and what it could mean for the players involved.
Following three initial rounds and a series of knockout bouts, the US Open Cup 2023 reaches its decisive phase. Inter Miami and the Houston Dynamo are set to clash in a high-stakes showdown that will crown the tournament’s champion and stamp a mark on MLS history. Lionel Messi aims to seal a second star in North American football, while Mexican midfielder Héctor Herrera seeks his first major silverware in the United States. GOAL provides a complete guide to what fans should expect from the grand finale.
GOAL chronicles the expectations, the stakes, and the narratives that have built up around this match, making it a must-watch for supporters across North America.
WHEN IS THE FINAL?
The championship is scheduled to unfold on Sunday, August 27, 2023, with kickoff times still to be confirmed to accommodate wide fan interest across time zones.
WHICH TEAMS ARE IN THE FINAL?
@GOAL notes the finalists as follows:
- Inter Miami
- Houston Dynamo
WHERE WILL THE FINAL BE HELD?
The decisive match is slated for the DRV PNK Stadium in Miami. Kickoff is slated for 8 p.m. local time, with corresponding broadcast windows across the Americas: 11:00 p.m. in Argentina, 10:00 p.m. in Chile, 9:00 p.m. in Colombia, and 8:00 p.m. in Mexico. This scheduling aims to maximize viewership across the continent and deliver a high-profile conclusion to a historic competition.
Source: GOAL