Major League Soccer has officially announced the complete schedule for the Audi 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs, culminating with the 2025 MLS Cup presented by Audi. Soccer fans across the globe can now mark their calendars for a thrilling postseason that will decide the next MLS champion.
Key Dates for the 2025 MLS Playoffs
- Decision Day – Saturday, October 18 All 30 MLS clubs will play their final regular season matches with playoff implications on the line. Eastern Conference games kick off at 6 p.m. ET, while Western Conference matches start at 9 p.m. ET.
- Wild Card Matches – Wednesday, October 22 The No. 8 and No. 9 seeds in each conference will face off in single-elimination matches. The winners will advance to face the top-seeded teams in the next round.
- Round One Best-of-3 Series – October 24 to November 9 The top 7 teams from each conference, plus the Wild Card winners, compete in a best-of-three format. Higher seeds host Games 1 and 3, while lower seeds host Game 2.
- Conference Semifinals – November 22–23 The eight remaining teams will battle in single-elimination matches. The higher-seeded club hosts each game.
- Conference Finals – November 29–30 Winners from the Semifinals compete for a place in the 2025 MLS Cup Final.
- 2025 MLS Cup presented by Audi – Saturday, December 6 The championship match will be hosted by the finalist with the superior regular season record.
How to Watch the 2025 MLS Playoffs
Global Streaming:
All playoff matches, including the MLS Cup Final, will be available live on MLS Season Pass via Apple TV. Fans in over 100 countries can enjoy full English and Spanish commentary. U.S. and Canadian viewers can also access home-team radio feeds via the Apple TV app (where available).
Additional Broadcast Options:
- United States: Select games will air on FOX Sports
- Canada: Tune in via TSN and RDS
MLS Season Pass is accessible on Apple devices, Android, smart TVs, streaming devices, game consoles, and platforms like DIRECTV, Xfinity, and tv.apple.com.
What’s at Stake
The Audi 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs will feature the league’s best battling for glory. From rising stars to seasoned veterans, this postseason promises intense matchups, dramatic moments, and the crowning of the next MLS champion.
For updates and full bracket info, visit MLSsoccer.com.