MLS Eastern Conference Final: Teams, Date, and Venue Revealed
The MLS Eastern Conference Final is set, featuring Inter Miami and New York City FC. This highly anticipated match follows exciting playoff performances from both teams. Inter Miami impressed with a remarkable victory over FC Cincinnati, thanks to Lionel Messi’s outstanding contributions. Meanwhile, New York City FC pulled off an upset against the Philadelphia Union.
Match Overview
Inter Miami faced FC Cincinnati on the road, where Messi recorded four goal involvements, raising his postseason tally to 12 goals in four matches. This win marked a significant achievement for Inter Miami, as it advances them into the conference final for the first time in their history.
New York City FC, under the guidance of manager Pascal Jansen, upset the Philadelphia Union. Despite missing key player Alonso Martínez, NYFC demonstrated their resilience, marking their second consecutive playoff upset. They aim to surpass last season’s performance, where they fell to the Red Bull New York in the conference final.
Key Information About the Eastern Conference Final
- Date: Saturday, November 29
- Location: Chase Stadium, Fort Lauderdale
- Kick-off Time: 6 p.m. ET / 3 p.m. PT
This game signifies the 15th encounter between Inter Miami and NYCFC. Historically, NYCFC has had the advantage in their matchups, though Miami went undefeated against them throughout the current season. Notably, the teams last faced each other in the playoffs on October 17, 2022, where NYCFC triumphed 3–0.
Recent Match History
| Date | Result | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| Feb. 22, 2025 | Inter Miami 2–2 NYCFC | MLS Regular Season |
| March 30, 2024 | Inter Miami 1–1 NYCFC | MLS Regular Season |
| Nov. 10, 2023 | Inter Miami 1–2 NYCFC | Club Friendly |
| Sept. 30, 2023 | Inter Miami 1–1 NYCFC | MLS Regular Season |
| Aug. 13, 2022 | Inter Miami 3–2 NYCFC | MLS Regular Season |
Chase Stadium will host this pivotal matchup. Inter Miami, as the highest remaining seed in the Eastern Conference, enjoys home-field advantage. With the prospect of advancing to the MLS Cup final looming, Miami seeks to leverage their strong season performance. Conversely, NYCFC must overcome the challenge of winning on the road once again.
This conference final could mark a historic moment for Inter Miami, as the team plans to move to the new Miami Freedom Park in 2026. Fans are eagerly awaiting what promises to be an unforgettable clash in the 2023 MLS Cup Playoffs.
