Don Batchelor Field — Flint, Michigan
Broadcast: Paramount+
Weather Forecast — Flint, MI (April 1, 2026)
Based on early‑April climate norms for mid‑Michigan.
Temperature: 45–52°F
Conditions: Partly cloudy
Wind: 7–12 mph
Rain Chance: ~25%
Pitch Impact: Cool, breezy conditions favor physical, direct play
Venue Information
Stadium: Don Batchelor Field
Surface: Natural grass
Capacity: ~2,000
Atmosphere: One of the most intense lower‑division environments in the U.S. Open Cup
Injury & Availability Report
Flint City Bucks (USL League Two)
No major injuries reported entering the match.
Squad is fresh after a 2–0 First Round win over Forward Madison.
Detroit City FC (USL Championship)
No official injury list published yet.
Expected to rotate lightly but still field a strong professional XI.
Team Records & Recent Form
Flint City Bucks
2026 Form:
2–0 win vs. Forward Madison (First Round)
Cup Strengths:
Historically one of the strongest amateur clubs in U.S. soccer
Organized defensive structure
Strong home support
Cup Weaknesses:
Facing a fully professional opponent
Lower possession numbers (36% in First Round)
Detroit City FC
2026 Form:
5 goals scored in their most recent Cup match; 66% possession in their last outing
Strengths:
Deep, experienced roster
Strong attacking trio (Tabortetaka, Dalou, Diouf)
Weaknesses:
Defensive inconsistency early in the season
Series History
No previous competitive meetings between Flint City Bucks and Detroit City FC.
This is the first‑ever Cup matchup between the clubs.
Key Player Matchups
Flint City Bucks Attack vs. Detroit City Defense
Flint’s top performers include:
Isaiah Goldson (GK)
Matthew Paiva (MF)
Amara Kamara (DF)
Jordy Lopez (FW)
Jack Roman (MF)
Detroit City FC Attack vs. Flint Back Line
Detroit’s top attackers:
Preston Tabortetaka (FW)
Alex Dalou (FW)
Maxi Rodríguez (MF)
Haruki Yamazaki (MF)
Ates Diouf (FW)
Detroit’s front line is significantly more experienced and productive.
Betting Trends
Flint City Bucks
2–0 win in First Round
Strong defensive performance (0 goals conceded)
Low possession team (36%)
Detroit City FC
Scored 5 goals in their last Cup match
High possession (66%) and strong chance creation
Historically strong vs. lower‑division opponents
MATCH ODDS
Flint City Bucks + 525
Detroit City – 280
Draw + 325
Over 2.5 – 120 Under 2.5 + 100
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Tuesday, March 31, 2026
