Austin FC are on the brink of making history this Wednesday night as the Verde & Black prepare to host the first major final in the club's existence. The showdown comes in the 2025 U.S. Open Cup Final, where Austin square off against Nashville, with the winner not only lifting the storied trophy but also clinching a coveted spot in the 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup.
For Nashville, this marks their second-ever final appearance after falling to Inter Miami on penalties in the 2023 Leagues Cup decider. Austin, meanwhile, step into uncharted territory, contesting their maiden cup final. The head-to-head record favors the visitors, who hold two wins, a draw, and a single loss from four previous meetings, setting the stage for what promises to be a finely balanced clash.
The spotlight, however, will shine brightest on the attacking talent on both sides. Cup finals often hinge on moments of brilliance, and with the firepower on display, fans in Texas could be in for a long, dramatic night. Amid recent scheduling changes that pulled Champions Cup teams out of the competition, this matchup highlights the Open Cup’s enduring magic, an opportunity for clubs to seize a defining piece of silverware.
Here, GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch, including TV channel, streaming details and more.
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In the United States (US), the US Open Cup match between Austin FC and Nashville SC will be available to watch and stream online live through Fubo, Paramount+, DirecTV Stream and CBS Sports Network.
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Austin FC vs Nashville SC kick-off time
The US Open Cup final between Austin FC and Nashville SC will be played at Q2 Stadium in Austin, Texas, United States.
It will kick off at 8:00 pm ET/5:00 pm PT on Wednesday, October 1, in the US.
Team news & squads
Austin FC team news
Austin have shown resilience since losing Brandon Vazquez to a season-ending injury in July. In his absence, the squad have leaned on their aerial strength, notching 11 headed goals in MLS play, second most in the league, and dropping just three of their last nine fixtures.
Austin FC injury report: Forward Brandon Vazquez (Out), Defender Mikkel Desler (Out).
Nashville SC team news
For Nashville, experience is on their side, with four players boasting previous U.S. Open Cup triumphs at other clubs. And then there’s the lethal duo up front. When Sam Surridge finds the net, Nashville almost always win—his lone scoring appearance in defeat came despite a hat trick.
The Englishman has racked up an astonishing 27 goals in 33 outings across competitions. But if Austin pour all their energy into containing him, Hany Mukhtar, a constant menace, has the quality to punish them.
Nashville SC injury report: Forward Ahmed Qasem (Out), Forward Jonathan Perez (Out), Defender Wyatt Meyer (Out).
Form
AUS-Form
AUSReal Salt Lake
3
-
1
Austin FC
L
Austin FC
2
-
1
Seattle Sounders FC
W
Minnesota United
1
-
2
Austin FC
W
FC Dallas
2
-
0
Austin FC
L
Sporting Kansas City
1
-
2
Austin FC
W
- Goal Scored (Conceded)
- 7/8
- Games over 2.5 goals
- 4/5
- Both teams scored
- 4/5
NSC-Form
NSCNashville SC
3
-
1
Houston Dynamo FC
W
Orlando City
3
-
2
Nashville SC
L
Nashville SC
3
-
1
Philadelphia Union
W
FC Cincinnati
2
-
1
Nashville SC
L
Nashville SC
0
-
1
Atlanta United
L
- Goal Scored (Conceded)
- 9/8
- Games over 2.5 goals
- 4/5
- Both teams scored
- 4/5
Head-to-Head Record
AUSLast 4 matches
NSC1
Win
1
Draw
2
Wins
Goals scored
5- Games over 2.5 goals
- 1/4
- Both teams scored
- 1/4