The US Open Cup final is decided, with a Messi-less Inter Miami losing out on the prize money for the winning team.
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The US Open Cup final is over, and Inter Miami lost out to Houston Dynamo in the battle for the trophy. It was an intriguing match with plenty to keep an eye on with the biggest question ahead of kick-off being if Messi would start or even play at all. As it turned out he didn’t feature, and Houston went on to win 2-1.
The winner was decided at DRV PNK Stadium and the prize of lifting the trophy was only one part of the glory. So what about the other victories that come with winning the match? The prize money is an often overlooked part of winning in sport, as it’s something we don’t see like the big, shiny trophy and medal presentation, but it is certainly there, with the winner receiving funds that can go a long way. Let’s see how much the winners – and losers – made following the final.
Players from Brooklyn Hispano and Morgan Strasser (PA) with the Dewar Cup prior to the 1944 Final. #TBT #USOC2015 pic.twitter.com/b5577IxMc5
— U.S. Open Cup (@opencup) April 16, 2015
