Rhode Island secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Birmingham Legion in the USL Cup on August 21, 2025. This win at home sent Rhode Island through to the next round of the domestic cup competition, providing a boost for their season. The only goal of the game came in the 33rd minute from a direct free-kick that curled over the wall and into the top corner, a moment of individual quality that decided the tie. Birmingham Legion pushed for an equalizer in the second half, hitting the crossbar with a long-range effort, but could not find a way past a resolute Rhode Island defense. The standout performance came from Rhode Island's goalscorer and their goalkeeper, who made a crucial late save to preserve the clean sheet. The result meant Rhode Island progressed in the cup, while Birmingham Legion's focus returned solely to their league campaign.