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U.S. Soccer and Chicago Fire FC<\/a> today announced that the Club will travel to face Detroit City FC (USL Championship) in the Round of 32 of the 2026 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup. Kickoff is slated for 6:30 p.m. CT on Tuesday, April 14 at Keyworth Stadium in Hamtramck, Mich. The match between Chicago and Detroit will stream live on CBS Sports Golazo Network and Paramount+.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Chicago is one of 16 Major League Soccer teams competing in the 2026 edition of the historic tournament and was one of the eight designated away teams announced prior to the beginning of the\u00a0competition. Fans can sign up to be the first to receive Open Cup updates, including ticket information,\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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It is the second straight year that Chicago will face Detroit City FC in the Round of 32 of the Open Cup, following a 4-0 Chicago win in the 2025 edition of the historic tournament. Detroit advanced to the Round of 32 in 2026 with a 1-0 win against the Flint City Bucks. Forward Alex Dalou scored his second goal in as many Open Cup matches for his hometown club, leading Detroit to a third consecutive Open Cup win against the Bucks and a third trip in five years to the Round of 32.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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The Chicago Fire has a rich history of success in the U.S. Open Cup. The Fire\u2019s four U.S. Open Cup championships (1998, 2000, 2003 and 2006) remains tied for the most Open Cup titles by an MLS team. Additionally, the Fire holds the record for the most wins and semifinal appearances by an MLS team in the annual competition.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Round of 32 Schedule \u2013 2026 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Mar 14, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Fire midfielder Robin Lod (17) kicks the ball against the D.C. United during the second half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Mike Dinovo-Imagn Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n
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Home teams listed first; visit the<\/em>\u00a0***schedule section***<\/a>\u00a0of<\/em>\u00a0***ussoccer.com\/us-open-cup***<\/a>\u00a0for the most up to date listings and links to streaming broadcasts on Paramount+<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Tuesday, April 14 (all times CT)<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n
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New England Revolution vs. Rhode Island FC \u2013 6 p.m. (Paramount+)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Louisville City FC vs. Austin FC \u2013 6 p.m. (CBS Sports Network\/Paramount+)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Detroit City FC vs. Chicago Fire FC \u2013 6:30 p.m. (CBS Sports Golazo Network\/Paramount+)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Westchester SC vs. New York City FC \u2013 6:30 p.m. (Paramount+)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC vs. Sporting Kansas City \u2013 7 p.m. (Paramount+)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Colorado Rapids vs. Union Omaha \u2013 8:30 p.m. (CBS Sports Network\/Paramount+)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Sacramento Republic FC vs. Minnesota United FC \u2013 9 p.m. (CBS Sports Golazo Network Paramount+)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Wednesday, April 15 (all times CT)<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n
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FC Naples vs. Orlando City SC \u2013 6 p.m. (CBS Sports Network\/Paramount+)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Chattanooga FC vs. Atlanta United FC \u2013 6:30 p.m. (Paramount+)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Richmond Kickers vs. Columbus Crew \u2013 6:30 p.m. (Paramount+)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Red Bull New York vs. Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC \u2013 6:30 p.m. (Paramount+)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Charlotte FC vs. Charlotte Independence \u2013 6:30 p.m. (Paramount+)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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D.C. United vs. One Knoxville SC \u2013 6:30 p.m. (Paramount+)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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St. Louis CITY SC vs. FC Tulsa \u2013 7 p.m. (Paramount+)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Houston Dynamo FC vs. El Paso Locomotive FC \u2013 7 p.m. (Paramount+)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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San Jose Earthquakes vs. Phoenix Rising FC \u2013 9 p.m. (CBS Sports Golazo Network Paramount+)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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