Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

MLS Playoffs Kick Off Amid Record Attendance and Excitement

10/22/2025

36 3 Full Breakdown

Summary

Story summary

The Major League Soccer playoffs are underway with 18 teams, following a 30-game regular season.
More than 11 million fans attended MLS matches this season, with Charlotte FC and Seattle Sounders FC drawing the largest crowds.
San Diego FC topped the Western Conference and qualified for the 2026 CONCACAF Champions Cup.
The MLS Cup Final is scheduled for December 6, 2025, and ticket prices average about $50.

1 of 1

Story summary

The Major League Soccer playoffs are underway with 18 teams, following a 30-game regular season.
More than 11 million fans attended MLS matches this season, with Charlotte FC and Seattle Sounders FC drawing the largest crowds.
San Diego FC topped the Western Conference and qualified for the 2026 CONCACAF Champions Cup.
The MLS Cup Final is scheduled for December 6, 2025, and ticket prices average about $50.