The Colorado Rapids and St. Louis CITY SC are set to clash in the 2026 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Semifinals on Wednesday, September 16, at DICK’S Sporting Goods Park in Commerce City, Colorado. This pivotal match marks the Rapids' first appearance in the Open Cup Semifinals since 1999, while St. Louis CITY SC reaches this stage for the first time in just their third tournament entry. (ussoccer.com)
Both teams have demonstrated impressive form leading up to this encounter. St. Louis CITY SC is riding a club-record 16-match unbeaten streak, including two 1-0 victories over the Rapids earlier this season. (ussoccer.com) Colorado, on the other hand, has been formidable at home, boasting a six-match win streak and setting a new club record with six consecutive home shutouts. (vcpsoccer.com)
The Rapids' journey to the Semifinals included a 1-0 win over Union Omaha, a penalty shootout victory against Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC, and a 2-0 triumph over the San Jose Earthquakes. (vcpsoccer.com) St. Louis CITY SC's path featured a dominant 4-0 win against FC Tulsa, a 2-1 victory over Chicago Fire FC, and a penalty shootout win against Houston Dynamo FC. (ussoccer.com)
Notably, the Rapids recently transferred leading scorer Rafael Navarro to St. Louis for $12 million, the largest cash-for-player trade in MLS history. However, Navarro is cup-tied and ineligible to play for CITY SC in this tournament. (ussoccer.com)
The winner of this Semifinal will advance to the U.S. Open Cup Final on October 21, facing the Columbus Crew, who secured their spot by defeating Orlando City SC 2-1. (mlssoccer.com)
Fans can watch the match live on CBS Sports Network and stream it on Paramount+. (ussoccer.com)