Forward Madison FC Set To Play Chicago Fire II In Second Round Of US Open Cup
MADISON, WIS.- Forward Madison FC will be traveling to Illinois to face MLS Next Pro squad, Chicago Fire II. The match will be played on Wednesday, April 3rd with kickoff at 7pm CT. This is the second time these two teams have faced each other this year, with FMFC winning 3-1 in a preseason match.
Forward Madison beat Duluth FC this week at home in the first round of the US Open Cup, 2-0. Despite a chilly second half at historic Breese Stevens Field, the ‘Mingos looked solid, even with a new rotation of players on the field. Christian Chaney buried both goals for the home squad, his first of the 2024 season. Ferrety Sousa and newcomer Jake Fuderer tallied their first assists of the year. Jake Crull wore the captain’s band for the first time in a pink and blue jersey and goalkeeper Martin Sanchez recorded his first shutout for the squad.
Chicago Fire FC II defeated their first-round opponent, Chicago City, 6-0. Five different players scored a goal for the Fire to help their team advance to the next round. Five Chicago Fire Academy players made an appearance, as well as a few first-team players.
Fans can stream the ‘Mingos in the Open Cup tournament at USLsoccer.com/watch on April 3rd or stop by the Forward Club for the FMFC Watch Party. Doors open at 6pm with kickoff at 7pm CT.
