MLS: 12 U.S. Open Cup upsets fresh in the memory

Saint Louis FC midfielder Austin Martz, front, and Lewis Hilton (8) celebrate Martz' goal in the first half during a U.S. Open Cup game against the Chicago Fire at Lindenwood University in St. Charles, Mo., on Tuesday, June 11, 2019. St. Louis won, 2-1, to advance to the next round. (David Carson/St. Louis Post-Dispatch/TNS via Getty Images) /

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BRIDGEVIEW, IL – SEPTEMBER 22: Federico Higuain #33 of the Columbus Crew reacts to his team missing a shot on goal while playing the Chicago Fire during the second half of their MLS soccer match at Toyota Park on September 22, 2012 in Bridgeview, Illinois. The Cubs defeated the Cardinals 5-4. (Photo by John Gress/Getty Images) /

5. Open Cup 2012: Dayton Dutch Lions 2-1 Columbus Crew

This one is incredible for a variety of reasons.

Firstly, the Dayton Dutch Lions was staring in the face of an expected defeat at the Crew Stadium, with just 11 minutes to go. However, in the dying embers, Gerrit-Jan Bartels and Gibson Bardsley slotted home two quick-fire goals, leaving Columbus Crew stunned.

Secondly, what made this one even more spectacular was that the Lions were yet to win a single game against any USL Pro team up until that point, making the victory even more shocking.

Thirdly, it was in the Crew’s backyard. Now that is a true upset.

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