St. Louis City wins U.S. Open Cup in PKs, with backup GK in place of injured Bürki

St. Louis City defeated the Columbus Crew 5-3 on penalties following a scoreless draw to secure the U.S. Open Cup, claiming the first trophy in club history. Daniel Edelman converted the decisive spot kick after backup goalkeeper Ben Lundt denied Santi Rodriguez on Columbus' opening attempt. Lundt entered the match in the 78th minute after captain Roman Bürki suffered a head injury and was stretchered off.

Bürki was transported to a local hospital while conscious after taking a knee to the head during a key save. Columbus dominated early chances and outshot St. Louis 15-1 in the opening 75 minutes, but the Crew failed to score against the resolute defense managed by Yoann Damet. The historic victory also earned St. Louis City qualification into the 2027 Concacaf Champions Cup.