Sporting Kansas City Head Coach Peter Vermes had nothing but good things to say about the New York Red Bulls on Monday.
"I think it takes a very well coached and determined team to get to this point. It will be a very, very good match," Vermes said on a conference call ahead of the 2017 U.S. Open Cup Final. "It will be a great atmosphere for both teams."
SKC is seeking their third Open Cup title since 2012 and their fourth overall, which would tie a record for most Open Cup championships among MLS teams.
The Red Bulls are playing in their second Open Cup Final, with their previous appearance coming in 2003.