1997 U.S. Open Cup
The 1997 U.S. Open Cup ran from June through October, 1997, open to all soccer teams in the United States. Major League Soccer club Dallas Burn prevailed over defending-champion D.C. United, winning 5-3 on penalty kicks after battling to a scoreless draw through extra time. The match was played at Carroll Stadium at IUPUI, Indianapolis, Indiana. First round. Eight D3 Pro, four PDL, and four USASA clubs start. Second round. Eight A-League clubs enter. Third round. Eight MLS clubs enter. Bracket. "Home teams listed on top of bracket" 1997 U.S. Open Cup The