MLS Cup playoffs conference semifinals: Predicting the final four teams
The 2023 Major League Soccer season has seen 29 teams vying for the MLS Cup, with just eight teams still holding onto hopes of lifting the trophy. As the MLS Cup playoff conference semifinals are about to begin, Saturday’s matchups offer intriguing storylines in both the Eastern and Western Conferences. We’ll take a closer look at these matchups and offer predictions for which teams will come out on top. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or a casual observer, join us and get ready to be entertained.
The 2023 Major League Soccer season is heating up as the playoff conference semifinals are set to begin this weekend. There are intriguing storylines in both the Eastern and Western conferences, with 2-seed-vs.-3-seed matchups and the Supporters’ Shield winners facing off against familiar foes.
The Columbus Crew will face off against Orlando City SC in what promises to be a fascinating battle between a resolute defense and a surging attack. After coming off a regular season in which Columbus led the league in goals scored, it remains to be seen if they’ll be able to break down an Orlando side that has only suffered one loss in league play since August.
Philadelphia Union will be traveling to FC Cincinnati for a rematch of last year’s Eastern Conference semifinal. The Cincinnati crowd will be hounding a beleaguered Philadelphia side, which ended a long season with injuries, fatigue, contractual controversies, and a three-match suspension to Kai Wagner for violating the league’s on-field anti-discrimination rules.
Overall, both matchups promise to be closely contested battles between formidable teams with mutual respect, a shared staff history, and much in common. The stage is set for an exciting weekend of MLS playoff action, so make sure to tune in and catch all the action.
