Major League Soccer today announced the full 2026 Audi MLS Cup Playoff schedule. Charlotte FC is the fifth seed in the Eastern Conference and will play fourth-seeded Chicago Fire FC.
Charlotte FC will host Game Two as a result of being the fifth seed, travelling to Chicago for Game One and a potential Game Three.
The playoffs begin for The Crown on Sunday, November 22 at 6:30 p.m. against the Chicago Fire at SeatGeek Stadium. The two teams will meet for Game Two at Bank of America Stadium on Saturday, November 28 at 12:30 p.m. If the series is tied a game apiece, then Charlotte FC and the Chicago Fire will play on Wednesday, December 2 (time TBD) at SeatGeek Stadium to decide who goes on to the Eastern Conference Semifinals.
Round One is a best-of-three series and if the teams are tied after 90 minutes, the match will proceed straight to penalty kicks to determine a winner.
All matches will be on Apple TV with Game 1 also broadcast on FS1 and Fox Deportes. Tickets are on sale now for Charlotte FC's match against Chicago and potential future home playoff matches.
Here is the full schedule for The Crown's First Round matchup:
Game One: @ Chicago Fire FC, SeatGeek Stadium (Sunday, November 22 6:30 p.m)
Game Two: Vs. Chicago Fire FC, Bank of America Stadium (Saturday, November 28, 12:30 p.m)
Game Three: @ Chicago Fire FC, SeatGeek Stadium (Wednesday, December 2, Time TBD)
ROUND ONE: CHARLOTTE FC VS CHICAGO FIRE
Quench the Fire. Don't miss Charlotte FC take on Chicago Fire FC at Bank of America Stadium!
