Major League Soccer has officially released the schedule for the Audi 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs Conference Semifinals. On Sunday, November 23 at 5 p.m. ET, No. 2 seed FC Cincinnati is set to take on No. 3 seed Inter Miami CF at TQL Stadium.
The playoffs have arrived at a critical juncture with only eight teams left vying for the cup following the conclusion of Round One. FC Cincinnati secured their advancement by overcoming the Columbus Crew with a 2-1 victory in Game 3 of their Best-of-3 series, winning the series two games to one. Similarly, Inter Miami CF triumphed in their Round One matchup against Nashville SC, also winning two games to one, highlighted by a commanding 4-0 victory at home in the decisive Game 3.
This match marks an exciting continuation of the rivalry between Cincinnati and Miami, who faced each other twice during the 2025 MLS Regular Season. In their first encounter on July 16, FC Cincinnati delivered an impressive 3-0 victory at home, while their subsequent meeting on July 26 ended in a stalemate, with neither team able to find the net.
As the teams prepare for this critical playoff clash, fans are eagerly anticipating what promises to be a thrilling encounter.