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The Audi MLS Cup Playoffs are set to begin with thrilling Wild Card matches. Chicago Fire FC will host Orlando City SC, and Portland Timbers will face Real Salt Lake. Winners will advance to the Round One Best-of-3 Series, with teams vying for the MLS Cup. Viewers can stream the playoffs on MLS Season Pass, with additional coverage via FOX Sports and Canadian networks. Charlotte FC’s recent victory has positioned them for a playoff face-off against New York City FC, promising an engaging postseason for soccer fans.
Chicago – The Audi 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs are officially set to commence following the conclusion of Decision Day 2025. The excitement will kick off with two Wild Card matches scheduled for Wednesday, October 22, providing an opportunity for teams to secure their places in the playoffs.
The Eastern Conference Wild Card Game will feature Chicago Fire FC hosting Orlando City SC at 8:30 p.m. ET at SeatGeek Stadium. Meanwhile, fans in the Western Conference will witness the Portland Timbers take on Real Salt Lake at 10:30 p.m. ET, held at Providence Park. The winners of these matches will advance to the Round One Best-of-3 Series, where they will fight for a chance at the coveted MLS Cup.
The playoff structure reveals that the Eastern Conference Wild Card victor will face the top-seeded Philadelphia Union, while the Western Conference Wild Card winner is set to challenge San Diego FC in the subsequent series. Specific details regarding the remaining schedule and timings for Round One will be published on October 19.
Fans can look forward to streaming all the playoff action through MLS Season Pass, accessible on a variety of devices such as Apple devices, smart TVs, streaming devices, and game consoles. For those interested, the pass is available at a price of $9.99 for the remainder of the season and can be enjoyed across over 100 countries and regions. In addition, special edition 30-minute pre- and post-game shows will be provided to offer analysis and insights into both the Wild Card matches and the Round One series.
In a significant development on Decision Day, Charlotte FC secured the fourth seed in the Eastern Conference after defeating the Philadelphia Union 2-0. As a result, Charlotte FC will meet New York City FC in Round One of the playoffs. Notably, this will mark NYCFC’s ninth playoff appearance in ten seasons. Despite their recent struggles, including a loss against the Seattle Sounders at Citi Field, NYCFC will aim to bounce back as they head into the postseason.
In addition to streaming options, select playoff games will also be available through FOX Sports in the United States and through TSN and RDS in Canada, ensuring that fans have multiple avenues to enjoy the competitive spirit of the playoffs.
As the playoffs approach, fans are encouraged to engage with the event by submitting their playoff brackets for a chance to win exciting prizes, including an MLS Store gift card. This adds a fun element to the playoff experience, as supporters can join in on the excitement of predicting the outcomes of the matches.
The culmination of the playoffs will lead to the prestigious 2025 MLS Cup, scheduled for December 6, 2025. As teams prepare for their playoff journey, anticipation builds among soccer fans and players alike, leading to a thrilling end to the 2025 MLS season.
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