The New England Amputee Soccer Team arrived at the Susa Orlin & Cohen Sportsplex in Central Islip, New York, ready to make an impact in the 2026 U.S. Amputee Cup.
A tournament to remember
Their opening encounter against Arena FC turned into a showcase of firepower, as the side surged to an 8‑1 victory. Musabwa Nzirimwo opened the scoring, and Nico Calabria provided the assist for the first goal before the team added several more before halftime.
Buoyed by the result, New England faced GOAT in their second match and secured a 4‑0 win, guaranteeing a place in the final against Metro NY.
The championship match saw Vincent Fischer and Menchikov Louis extend the lead, but it was Corey Laycock’s heroics between the posts that kept the opposition at bay, with the team entering halftime at a comfortable margin.
When the final whistle blew, New England had compiled a 4‑0 triumph, finishing the tournament unbeaten at 4‑0‑0 and capturing the 2026 U.S. Amputee Cup title.
Individual accolades followed, with Musabwa Nzirimwo claimed the Golden Boot after a prolific scoring spree and Nico Calabria honored as Tournament MVP for his all‑round contributions.
The team’s unbeaten record and dominant performances have already sparked excitement for future competitions, promising more thrilling displays from these remarkable athletes.