MLS' Real Salt Lake to Play Lights FC at Cashman Field in Third Round of U.S. Open Cup on April 26th

April 6, 2023 - United Soccer League Championship (USL)
Las Vegas Lights FC News Release

(Las Vegas, NV) - For the first time in Las Vegas Lights FC's franchise history they will be hosting a Major League Soccer club in an official competition when they welcome Real Salt Lake to Cashman Field for the Third Round of the 2023 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup.

For background, the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup is the longest running soccer tournament in the country dating back to 1913. It is a "knock-out" tournament open to all amateur & professional teams in the country. All Major League Soccer (Division 1) and United Soccer League Championship (Division 2) clubs enter in the later rounds. Qualifying for the tournament has been going on for more than six months. Lights FC won its initial match of the tournament last night by shutting out third-division professional side Los Angeles Force by a score of 4 to 0.

The Lights FC match versus Real Salt Lake will take place on Wednesday, April 26th at Cashman Field. Exact kick-off time & broadcast information is expected to be finalized by the U.S. Soccer Federation shortly.

In addition, ticket information and related details will also be announced shortly by the Club.

Lights FC is currently undefeated on the season with three draws on the road, most recently last weekend in Indianapolis. Currently on an extended road trip for regular season matches to start the season while the XFL utilizes Cashman Field, Lights FC's regular season home opener weekend will feature two home matches: (i) Friday, May 5th for "The Biggest Cinco de Mayo Party in the State" and (ii) Sunday, May 7th for Family Day featuring a special afternoon kick-off time. Former Mexican National Team Player & Ex-Major League Soccer Designated Player Erick "Cubo" Torres continues to lead Lights FC's offensive attack.

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