Osman Bukari has been nominated for the 2025 Lamar Hunt US Open Cup Player of the Tournament, following a string of match-winning performances that helped Austin FC reach their first-ever final in the prestigious American competition.

The Black Stars international scored two goals and provided one assist across five matches, showcasing his explosive pace, creativity, and clutch finishing.

 Bukari’s Key Contributions


  • vs Houston Dynamo (Round of 16): Scored the winning penalty and assisted a goal in a 3–1 victory

  • vs Minnesota United (Semifinal): Netted the extra-time opener

  • vs Nashville SC (Final): Featured in the narrow 2–1 defeat

Bukari’s consistent impact earned him a spot among the tournament’s standout performers, with voting conducted by journalists, staff, and select supporters via TheCup.us.

The 26-year-old who featured in five US Open Cup games, notching two goals and recording one assist in all, has proved himself to be one of the most impactful players for FC Austin during the US Open Cup and the Major League Soccer (MLS) season as well.

Since joining Austin FC, Bukari has continued to impress in Major League Soccer, adding this nomination to an already outstanding season and further cementing his reputation as one of Ghana’s top exports in North America.