FC Monmouth’s 2027 U.S. Open Cup qualifying run has come to an end, but there is another cup challenge ahead for the blue and gold. After a 5-4 defeat to Bulldogs SC on November 1, our men travel to Laurel Hill Park in Secaucus to face Hoboken FC 1912 on Sunday, November 15 for a National Amateur Cup New Jersey semifinal.
A late rally in Old Bridge
At Geick Park, Bulldogs struck inside two minutes through Ernst Louisius. Monmouth drew level when a cross took defensive deflections, before Kristofer Maza’s goals in the 38th and 41st minutes gave the hosts a 3-1 halftime lead.
Two more Bulldogs goals early in the second half made it 5-1. Monmouth responded: Enrique Mutsoli scored in the 57th minute, and Ben Zakowski followed with a goal in the 70th and an 89th-minute penalty. The three-goal rally brought FCM within one, but Bulldogs held on to advance.
Next stop: Hoboken
The focus now turns to a different competition and a chance to reach a final. FC Monmouth will face Hoboken FC 1912 away from home in the National Amateur Cup’s New Jersey semifinal, with kickoff set for 3:30 p.m. ET on Sunday, November 15.
Monmouth reached this stage after a 3-0 win over Junior Mafia. The semifinal offers an immediate opportunity to respond to the Open Cup exit and keep another cup campaign moving forward. A place in the New Jersey final, scheduled for December 6, is at stake.
Match details
- Fixture: Hoboken FC 1912 vs. FC Monmouth
- Competition: National Amateur Cup - New Jersey semifinal
- Date: Sunday, November 15, 2026
- Kickoff: 3:30 p.m. ET
- Location: Laurel Hill Park, Secaucus, NJ
Planning to support Monmouth on the road? Check the match schedule for the latest match information and follow the National Amateur Cup bracket as the competition progresses.
