It's finally here.
Nashville SC and Austin FC will battle in the 2025 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Final on Wednesday at Q2 Stadium in Austin, Texas.
Fans can watch the game on CBS Sports Network and Paramount+ on Oct. 1 at 8 p.m. ET. Catch the pregame show at 7 p.m. ET and the postgame show after the match on the same network.
There will be a first-time champion in the country's oldest soccer tournament, no matter who raises the trophy. Nashville and Austin will compete in their first Open Cup Final match; reaching the semifinals was a milestone for both clubs as well.
Nashville topped Chattanooga Red Wolves SC (USL1), Orlando City (MLS), D.C. United (MLS) and Philadelphia Union (MLS) to reach the final. Meanwhile, Austin FC had a dramatic journey to the championship game after a comeback against El Paso Locomotive (USL Championship), a win over Houston Dynamo (MLS), a penalty shootout against San Jose Earthquakes (MLS) and finally a last-minute win in extra time against Minnesota United FC (MLS).
Here's how to watch all the live action:
HOW TO WATCH NASHVILLE SC vs. AUSTIN FC ON TV
The championship match between the two MLS squads will be broadcast live on CBS Sports Network starting at 8 p.m. ET. Pregame coverage begins at 7 p.m. ET.
HOW TO STREAM NASHVILLE SC vs. AUSTIN FC
Wednesday’s final match will be streamed live on Paramount+ at 8 p.m. ET. Pregame coverage begins at 7 p.m. ET.
FOLLOW U.S. OPEN CUP ON SOCIAL MEDIA
In addition to broadcast information, fans are encouraged to follow the action during the match on social media. You can stay up-to-date by following @OpenCup on X and Instagram and U.S. Open Cup on Facebook and @usmnt.ussoccer.com on Bluesky.
FOLLOW ALONG ON WEB AND APP
Live score updates and lineup information will be available at the official Match Hub here.
