Sporting Kansas City will play for U.S. Open Cup glory on Wednesday night when they host the New York Red Bulls at 8 p.m. CT. Almost two years ago, Manager Peter Vermes' men were in a very similar position.
On Sept. 30, 2015, Sporting KC edged the Philadelphia Union in a pulsating penalty shootout to hoist the club’s third U.S. Open Cup title. The teams played to a 1-1 draw through 120 minutes at rainy Talen Energy Stadium before the visitors prevailed 7-6 on spot kicks.
In the space below, four notable individuals share their memories of the euphoric evening.