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Every day the self-anointed label of "hard-core soccer fan" is uttered, by someone, as bragidicio. A person's level of fandom is highly subjective, but really, can't anyone can get up early to watch the English Premier League or the Bundesliga on Saturday morning TV? Supporting your local club is a true demonstration of commitment, but if someone really, really wants to prove their deep love of the sport - not just a club - the opening rounds of the US Open Cup are the perfect expression.
Wednesday night inside "The Cage" at Richland College, a first-round match-up between two area clubs will take place, and it is free to attend.