The 2025 Audi MLS Cup Playoffs are set to begin, and No. 9 Orlando City SC will face No. 8 Chicago Fire FC in the Eastern Conference Wild Card game on October 22 at SeatGeek Stadium. The match will kick off at 8:30 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on MLS Season Pass and Apple TV. The winner of this game will advance to the Audi MLS Cup Round One Best-of-3 series.
Orlando City SC has made six consecutive playoff appearances, which is the longest active streak in the league. During this period, the team has accumulated 308 regular-season points, ranking fourth in the league. This year’s squad has set a new club record with 63 goals scored in a single season, adding to the team’s legacy.
To celebrate the start of the playoffs, Orlando City will host various activations, including Kingston’s Scavenger Hunt, a city-wide fan experience with exclusive prizes and playoff swag. The team will also host official watch parties for away playoff matches, with more details and events to be announced on the team’s website.
The Audi 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs will feature 18 clubs, nine from each conference, competing in a series of matches. The playoff schedule is as follows: Wild Card matches on October 22, Round One Best-of-3 series from October 24 to November 9, Conference Semifinals on November 22 and 23, Conference Finals on November 29 and 30, and the MLS Cup presented by Audi on December 6. All playoff matches will air on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV, with select games, including the MLS Cup, airing on FOX Sports.
Orlando City SC is looking to make a deep run in the playoffs, and their first hurdle is the Wild Card game against Chicago Fire FC. With their strong regular season performance and club record for goals scored, the team is poised to make a significant impact in the playoffs. Fans can stay up-to-date with the latest news and events on the team’s website and can catch all the action on MLS Season Pass and Apple TV.