FC Cincinnati Clinches 2025 MLS Playoff Spot, Eyes First MLS Cup Victory

September 14, 2025
FC Cincinnati Clinches 2025 MLS Playoff Spot, Eyes First MLS Cup Victory
  • FC Cincinnati has secured their spot in the 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs for the fourth consecutive year with a 2-1 win over Nashville SC.

  • Currently sitting second in the Eastern Conference with 55 points from 17 wins, 9 losses, and 4 draws, FC Cincinnati is aiming to finish in the top four to secure home-field advantage in the playoffs.

  • They are also third in the Supporters' Shield race and have a chance to win the league's regular-season title for the second time in three years, with four games remaining.

  • The 2025 MLS Cup, presented by Audi, will take place on December 6, with playoffs beginning October 22, featuring Wild Card matches and a Round One Best-of-3 Series for the top seven seeds in each conference.

  • Led by coach Pat Noonan, FC Cincinnati is aiming to win its first MLS Cup.

  • Key players include Evander, a Brazilian midfielder with 17 goals and 10 assists, and Kévin Denkey, who has scored 13 goals and provided one assist since winter.

  • USMNT center back Miles Robinson was named a 2025 MLS All-Star alongside Evander, and Brazilian striker Brenner returned on loan from Udinese during transfer deadline day.

  • All playoff games are available on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV, with additional details on playoff scenarios and team news on MLS's official website.

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