ROUND ONE MATCH THREE
ROUND ONE MATCH THREE
Dean Smith Press Conference | Charlotte FC vs. New York City FC
8:38

Dean Smith Press Conference | Charlotte FC vs. New York City FC
HIGHLIGHTS: Charlotte FC vs. New York City FC | November 7, 2025
7:28

HIGHLIGHTS: Charlotte FC vs. New York City FC | November 7, 2025
GOAL! Idan Toklomati Gets One Back For Charlotte | Round One Match 3, MLS Cup Playoffs
1:21

GOAL! Idan Toklomati Gets One Back For Charlotte | Round One Match 3, MLS Cup Playoffs
Starting XI | Charlotte FC vs New York City FC

Starting XI | Charlotte FC vs New York City FC
We Know What We Have to Do | Presented by Atrium Health
0:57

We Know What We Have to Do | Presented by Atrium Health
Friday Night Lights | 2025 Playoffs: Round One Match 3
0:59

Friday Night Lights | 2025 Playoffs: Round One Match 3
Get the Job Done | Ingredients of the Match: Charlotte FC vs New York City FC

Get the Job Done | Ingredients of the Match: Charlotte FC vs New York City FC
Know Before You Go: Charlotte FC vs New York City FC | Friday, November 7, 7:00 PM 

Know Before You Go: Charlotte FC vs New York City FC | Friday, November 7, 7:00 PM 
ROUND ONE MATCH TWO
ROUND ONE MATCH TWO
End to End: Back to the Bank | Ep. 19
2:33

End to End: Back to the Bank | Ep. 19
Save of The Match | Charlotte FC at New York City FC
0:27

Save of The Match | Charlotte FC at New York City FC
Shootout Sights, Sounds and Scenes | New York City FC vs. Charlotte FC
1:27

Shootout Sights, Sounds and Scenes | New York City FC vs. Charlotte FC
Kristijan Kahlina Comes Up Kah-Lutch | From The Pitch: New York City FC vs. Charlotte FC
1:12

Kristijan Kahlina Comes Up Kah-Lutch | From The Pitch: New York City FC vs. Charlotte FC
Wilfried Zaha Press Conference | New York City FC vs. Charlotte FC
5:03

Wilfried Zaha Press Conference | New York City FC vs. Charlotte FC
Dean Smith Press Conference | New York City FC vs. Charlotte FC
12:06

Dean Smith Press Conference | New York City FC vs. Charlotte FC
Kristijan Kahlina Press Conference | New York City FC vs. Charlotte FC
6:32

Kristijan Kahlina Press Conference | New York City FC vs. Charlotte FC
Kristijan Kahlina Saves Charlotte FC’s Season with PK Save

Kristijan Kahlina Saves Charlotte FC’s Season with PK Save
SAVE! Kristijan Kahlina Secures The Win In The Big Apple | Charlotte FC at New York City FC
0:54

SAVE! Kristijan Kahlina Secures The Win In The Big Apple | Charlotte FC at New York City FC
SAVE! Kristijan Kahlina Makes A Diving Stop For The Crown | Charlotte FC at New York City FC
0:12

SAVE! Kristijan Kahlina Makes A Diving Stop For The Crown | Charlotte FC at New York City FC
ROUND ONE MATCH ONE
ROUND ONE MATCH ONE
Dean Smith Press Conference | Charlotte FC vs. New York City FC
9:09

Dean Smith Press Conference | Charlotte FC vs. New York City FC
Harry Toffolo Press Conference | Charlotte FC vs. New York City
5:27

Harry Toffolo Press Conference | Charlotte FC vs. New York City
Ashley Westwood Press Conference | Charlotte FC vs. New York City FC
6:00

Ashley Westwood Press Conference | Charlotte FC vs. New York City FC
Brandon Cambridge Press Conference | Charlotte FC vs. New York City FC
2:27

Brandon Cambridge Press Conference | Charlotte FC vs. New York City FC
HIGHLIGHTS: Charlotte FC vs. New York City FC | October 28, 2025
7:27

HIGHLIGHTS: Charlotte FC vs. New York City FC | October 28, 2025
Starting XI | Charlotte FC vs New York City FC

Starting XI | Charlotte FC vs New York City FC
Protect The Fortress | Ingredients of the Match: Charlotte FC vs New York City FC

Protect The Fortress | Ingredients of the Match: Charlotte FC vs New York City FC
Time to Turn it Up | Presented by Atrium Health
0:48

Time to Turn it Up | Presented by Atrium Health
The Drive to Put Playoffs Right | Dean Smith Press Conference
15:24

The Drive to Put Playoffs Right | Dean Smith Press Conference
Know Before You Go: Charlotte FC vs New York City FC | Tuesday, October 28, 6:30 PM 

Know Before You Go: Charlotte FC vs New York City FC | Tuesday, October 28, 6:30 PM 

This will mark Charlotte FC's third straight postseason appearance in their fourth season in MLS.

The Crown clinched a spot in the post-season with a win over Miami on September 13, and secured a home playoff match three weeks later on October 4 with a win over D.C. United. On Decision Day, The Crown defeated Philadelphia Union to claim fourth place in the Eastern Conference, and will have home field advantage in the Round One Best-of-3 Series against New York City FC.

FOR THE CUP. GET YOUR CROWNS UP, QUEEN CITY!

THE JOURNEY TO THE POSTSEASON
THE JOURNEY TO THE POSTSEASON
Charlotte FC 2025 Audi MLS Cup Playoffs Schedule: Round One vs New York City FC

Charlotte FC 2025 Audi MLS Cup Playoffs Schedule: Round One vs New York City FC
Charlotte FC to Play New York City FC in Round One of Audi 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs

Charlotte FC to Play New York City FC in Round One of Audi 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs
Clip Notes: The Crown Topple Shield Winners to Secure Top Four Spot

Clip Notes: The Crown Topple Shield Winners to Secure Top Four Spot
MLS Decision Day: How Charlotte FC Can Secure a Top Four Spot

MLS Decision Day: How Charlotte FC Can Secure a Top Four Spot
Clip Notes: Charlotte FC Secure Playoff Home Match With Win Over D.C.

Clip Notes: Charlotte FC Secure Playoff Home Match With Win Over D.C.
Charlotte FC Officially Clinch Audi 2025 MLS Cup Playoff Spot

Charlotte FC Officially Clinch Audi 2025 MLS Cup Playoff Spot
Clip Notes: Charlotte FC Mutes Messi, Inter Miami to Make History

Clip Notes: Charlotte FC Mutes Messi, Inter Miami to Make History
Audi 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs: How The Crown Can Clinch This Weekend

Audi 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs: How The Crown Can Clinch This Weekend
Charlotte FC's Historic Eight Straight MLS Wins

Charlotte FC's Historic Eight Straight MLS Wins
Power Rankings: Charlotte FC Closing in on Top Spot After Eighth Straight Win

Power Rankings: Charlotte FC Closing in on Top Spot After Eighth Straight Win
A Crowning Achievement: Looking Back at a Historic Streak

A Crowning Achievement: Looking Back at a Historic Streak
Power Rankings: Charlotte FC's Climb Continues After Seven-Straight Wins

Power Rankings: Charlotte FC's Climb Continues After Seven-Straight Wins
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The Audi 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs

The Audi 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs

Crowns Up and bring on the Playoffs! Stay up to date with The Crown as they fight for the MLS Cup.

JOIN THE CROWN FOR SEASON FIVE!

JOIN THE CROWN FOR SEASON FIVE!

Secure your 2026 Season Tickets and guarantee 2025 playoff purchase priority by signing up today! Season Ticket Members enjoy exclusive perks, access and more.

BRING YOUR CREW TO PLAYOFFS

BRING YOUR CREW TO PLAYOFFS

Bring your own party to the BIGGEST party of the season! Get access to group tickets and fan experiences for Charlotte FC's home playoff matches while they are available. Discounts start for groups of 10 or more.

2025 MLS CUP PLAYOFF FORMAT
2025 MLS CUP PLAYOFF FORMAT
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ROUND OVERVIEW

Four rounds follow the Wild Card Matches, ending with MLS Cup presented by Audi on December 6.

  • Wild Card Matches: October 22
  • Round One Best-of-3 Series: October 24 - November 9
  • Conference Semifinals: November 22 - November 23
  • Conference Finals: November 29 - November 30
  • MLS Cup presented by Audi: Saturday, December 6

ROUND ONE BEST-OF-3 SERIES

  • Every Round One game will have a winner; no ties, no aggregate score.
  • The matches will be hosted in a home-away-home format:
    • Match 1: higher seed hosts
    • Match 2: lower seed hosts
    • Match 3: higher seed hosts
  • If a match is tied at the end of regulation, no extra time will be played. Teams will participate in kicks from the penalty spot to determine the winner.
  • The first team to win two matches will advance.

For the full Playoff Breakdown, click here.

All matches will be viewable via MLS Season Pass on Apple TV.

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