Charlotte FC starts 2025 MLS playoffs vs New York City FC

Charlotte FC will face New York City FC in a best-of-three first-round series in the 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs, with the opening match scheduled at Bank of America Stadium on October 28. Charlotte FC enters the playoffs on a hot streak, having won 11 of their last 13 matches and finishing fourth in the Eastern Conference with a franchise-best 59 points. The series continues with Game 2 at Yankee Stadium on November 1 and, if necessary, Game 3 back in Charlotte on November 7. This playoff round uses a format where every match must produce a winner, with penalty shootouts deciding tied games after regulation time. Charlotte and New York City FC split their regular-season series with each winning 2-0 at home, and this will be their first playoff meeting. Tickets are available for the matches, with promotions and broadcast details announced, including coverage on MLS Season Pass and Apple TV.