SD Internacional faces Laguna United in U.S. Open Cup qualifier

SD Internacional will play Laguna United FC in the third round qualifying match for the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup on October 31 at La Paz Sports Park in Laguna Niguel, Times of San Diego reported.

This match follows SD Internacional's 3-0 win over Chula Vista FC in the second round qualifier held at Mission Bay High School on October 3, 2026.

Laguna United eliminated SD Internacional in the final qualifying round the past two years, winning 6-2 in 2024 and 4-2 in 2025, according to Times of San Diego.

SD Internacional's head coach Matt Palpal-Latoc acknowledged the previous defeats and noted Laguna United's strong defensive play and roster changes this year.

The winner of this match will advance to the final qualifying round of the U.S. Open Cup scheduled for November 21–22, as stated by Times of San Diego.