The 2025 MLS Cup final will feature Inter Miami CF facing the Vancouver Whitecaps, with both teams playing in their first final in franchise history, on Saturday, Dec. 6, at Chase Stadium.
Inter Miami secured its spot in the finals after defeating New York City FC 5-1, claiming the title of Eastern Conference champions. Tadeo Allande was a standout performer for Inter Miami, opening the scoring with two goals in the first half, giving his side an advantage going into halftime. New York managed to net its only goal during the first half.
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In the 67th minute, Mateo Silvetti extended Miami’s lead, assisted by Lionel Messi, while Telasco Segovia scored in the 83rd minute with a clever heel pass from Jordi Alba. Allande capped off an impressive performance by completing his hat trick with a goal in the 89th minute.
On the other side of the bracket, the Vancouver Whitecaps secured their first Western Conference championship title by defeating San Diego FC, 3-1. Brian White scored two goals, and an unfortunate mishap by San Diego’s Pablo Sisniega resulted in an own goal during the first half, sealing the victory for the Whitecaps.
Here’s how to watch the 2025 MLS Cup final:
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Quest for MLS Cup: The defining moments from the MLS playoffs
Columbus Crew 4, FC Cincinnati 0 (Round 1, Game 2): FC Cincinnati’s Alvas Powell heads the ball as Columbus goalkeeper Roman Celentano attempts a save during the first half at Lower.com Field on Nov. 2. The win by the Crew evened up the best-of-three series at a game apiece.
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Quest for MLS Cup: The defining moments from the MLS playoffs
Columbus Crew 4, FC Cincinnati 0 (Round 1, Game 2): FC Cincinnati’s Alvas Powell heads the ball as Columbus goalkeeper Roman Celentano attempts a save during the first half at Lower.com Field on Nov. 2. The win by the Crew evened up the best-of-three series at a game apiece.
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Quest for MLS Cup: The defining moments from the MLS playoffs
Vancouver Whitecaps 1, FC Dallas 1, Vancouver wins penalty shootout 4-2 (Round 1, Game 2): FC Dallas goalkeeper Michael Collodi allows a goal during the penalty kick shootout at Toyota Stadium on Nov. 1. Vancouver’s win pushed the Whitecaps in the next round of the playoffs.
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Quest for MLS Cup: The defining moments from the MLS playoffs
Portland Timbers 2, San Diego FC 2, Portland wins penalty shootout 3-2 (Round 1, Game 2): The Portland Timbers’ Kristoffer Velde celebrates after defeating San Diego FC at Providence Park on Nov. 1. The penalty shootout win evened up the best-of-three series at a game apiece.
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Quest for MLS Cup: The defining moments from the MLS playoffs
Nashville SC 2, Inter Miami 1 (Round 1, Game 2): Nashville SC’s Sam Surridge (9) and Inter Miami’s Maximiliano Falcón fight for the ball during the second half at Geodis Park on Nov. 1. Nashville evened up the best-of-three series at one win apiece.
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Quest for MLS Cup: The defining moments from the MLS playoffs
Philadelphia Union 3, Chicago Fire 0 (Round 1, Game 2): The Philadelphia Union’s Tai Baribo scores a goal during the first half at SeatGeek Stadium on Nov. 1. Philadelphia won the best-of-three series with the victory.
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Quest for MLS Cup: The defining moments from the MLS playoffs
Charlotte FC 0, New York City FC 0, Charlotte FC wins penalty shootout 7-6 (Round 1, Game 2): NYCFC’s Tayvon Gray (left) and Charlotte FC’s Wilfried Zaha fight for the ball during the second half at Yankee Stadium on Nov. 1. Charlotte FC’s penalty shootout win evened up the best-of-three series at a game apiece.
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Quest for MLS Cup: The defining moments from the MLS playoffs
Los Angeles FC 2, Austin FC 1 (Round 1, Game 1): LAFC goalkeeper Hugo Lloris punches the ball out on a corner kick during the second half at BMO Stadium on Oct. 29.
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Quest for MLS Cup: The defining moments from the MLS playoffs
New York City FC 1, Charlotte FC 0 (Round 1, Game 1): Charlotte FC’s Ashley Westwood has words for New York City FC’s Kevin O’Toole during the second half at Bank of America Stadium on Oct. 28.
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Quest for MLS Cup: The defining moments from the MLS playoffs
Minnesota United 0, Seattle Sounders 0, Minnesota wins penalty shootout 3-2 (Round 1, Game 1): Minnesota United players celebrate after winning a penalty shootout at Allianz Field on Oct. 27.
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Quest for MLS Cup: The defining moments from the MLS playoffs
FC Cincinnati 1, Columbus Crew 0 (Round 1, Game 1): FC Cincinnati’s Ender Echenique celebrates after a goal scored by teammate Kevin Denkey in the second half against the Columbus Crew at TQL Stadium on Oct. 27.
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Quest for MLS Cup: The defining moments from the MLS playoffs
San Diego FC 2, Portland Timbers 1 (Round 1, Game 1): San Diego FC’s Anders Dreyer (10) scores on a header during the first half against Portland Timbers at Snapdragon Stadium on Oct. 26.
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Quest for MLS Cup: The defining moments from the MLS playoffs
Vancouver Whitecaps 3, FC Dallas 0 (Round 1, Game 1): Vancouver goalkeeper Isaac Boehmer punches the ball away for a save at BC Place on Oct. 26.
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Quest for MLS Cup: The defining moments from the MLS playoffs
Philadelphia Union 2, Chicago Fire 2, Union win penalty shootout 4-2 (Round 1, Game 1): The Philadelphia Union’s Milan Iloski (32) and Andre Blake have words for Chicago Fire FC goalkeeper Chris Brady (1) during the shootout at Subaru Park on Oct. 26.
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Quest for MLS Cup: The defining moments from the MLS playoffs
Inter Miami 3, Nashville SC 1 (Round 1, Game 1): Lionel Messi scores against Nashville SC during the first half at Chase Stadium on Oct. 24. Messi had two goals in the win.
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Quest for MLS Cup: The defining moments from the MLS playoffs
Portland Timbers 3, Real Salt Lake 1 (wild-card match): The Portland Timbers’ Felipe Mora (9) and Kamal Miller (4) celebrate after the win at Providence Park on Oct. 22.
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Quest for MLS Cup: The defining moments from the MLS playoffs
Chicago Fire 3, Orlando City 1 (wild-card match): The Chicago Fire’s Hugo Cuypers (9) scores past Orlando City goalkeeper Pedro Gallese during the second half at SeatGeek Stadium on Oct. 22.
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When is MLS Cup 2025?
Location: Chase Stadium, Fort Lauderdale, Florida
How to watch the MLS Cup 2025?
The MLS Cup 2025 presented by Audi will feature Inter Miami CF hosting the Vancouver Whitecaps on Saturday, Dec. 6, for the Philip F. Anschutz Trophy.
Fans can watch on Fox and Fox Deportes and stream on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: MLS Cup 2025: What to know ahead of Inter Miami vs Vancouver
