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Chattanooga FC Wins Historic MLS Next Pro Cup

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Chattanooga FC Wins Historic MLS Next Pro Cup

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Chattanooga FC defeated Los Angeles FC 2, 1-0, to win the 2026 MLS Next Pro Cup, becoming the first independent club to claim the championship. Winger Damien Barker John scored the decisive goal in the 31st minute, and goalkeeper Eldin Jakupović made six saves as Chattanooga held off LAFC 2. The final drew a record 10,228 fans to Finley Stadium, giving Chattanooga its first professional national championship.

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