The 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs are on to the conference semifinals, with eight teams aiming to reach the championship game on Dec. 6.

The Major League Soccer Eastern Conference final is set with Inter Miami set to host New York City FC. The MLS Cup Playoffs resumed this weekend following the November international break. Inter Miami dispatched FC Cincinnati on the road on the back of Lionel Messi’s historic showing.

Lionel Messi had a goal and three assists as Inter Miami beat FC Cincinnati 4-0 Sunday to advance to the Eastern Conference finals.

The Union finished the game with a 20-6 shot advantage but could not find the back of the net against Wayne native and NYCFC goalkeeper Matt Freese.

Thanks to Matt Freese's efforts, NYCFC will now take on Lionel Messi and Inter Miami for a chance to clinch a spot in the MLS Cup final.

San Diego FC released their 2026 MLS Regular Season schedule, which includes 17 home games and 17 away games, with the season pausing for the FIFA World Cup from May 25 to July 16.

The 2024 MLS Coach of the Year winner could join Celtic as early as next week, per Sky Sports. Negotiations with the manager and his proposed backroom staff are seemingly near the finish line. The Scottish side will have to agree to a fee with Columbus Crew to secure Nancy.