The Pittsburgh Riverhounds won the USL Championship title for the first time in franchise history on Saturday, claiming the championship after winning 5-3 in a penalty shootout against FC Tulsa at ONEOK Field after both sides were held scoreless after regulation and extra time.
YOUR HOUNDS HAVE WON THE @USLChampionship TITLE!
We’re bringing the trophy back to Pittsburgh! 🏆#TULvPIT #Grittsburgh #USLPlayoffs pic.twitter.com/By5cAJQvqD
— x – Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC (@RiverhoundsSC) November 22, 2025
Goalkeeper Eric Dick recorded Pittsburgh’s final save in the shootout before Beto Ydrach scored the game-winning goal in the fifth round. Bertin Jacquesson, Robbie Mertz, Chase Boone, and Sean Suber also scored for the Hounds in the shootout.
Dick’s performance, including a five-save shutout, earned him Prinx USL Championship Final MVP honors.
The Hounds’ journey to their first-ever title included many dramatic moments, especially throughout the USL Championship Playoffs, which featured penalty shootout wins against Hartford and Detroit.
Pittsburgh’s defense and goalkeeping also proved to be a focal point of the championship run, as it did not allow a goal in four playoff matches.