The 2009 U.S. Open Cup Final was played on September 2 at RFK Stadium in Washington D.C.[28] A total of 17,329 fans attended the match, well below the stadium's available capacity.[28] Approximately 200 Sounders FC fans sat together in the upper deck.[28][29] Both the travel distance and the mid-week scheduling made it difficult for Seattle fans to attend.[30] Live television coverage was provided nationally by Fox Soccer Channel.[4]