Playoff Scenarios

Who can clinch playoffs on Wednesday (Matchday 29)

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FC Cincinnati, the current Supporters' Shield leaders, can clinch an Audi 2023 MLS Cup Playoffs spot in Matchday 29, which will be played on Wednesday, August 30.

Cincinnati will clinch a berth in the Audi 2023 MLS Cup Playoffs if:

  1. Cincinnati win at Atlanta or…
  2. Cincinnati draw at Atlanta AND New York lose/draw at New England AND Chicago lose/draw vs. Vancouver AND Charlotte lose/draw vs. Orlando or…
  3. New York lose/draw at New England AND Chicago lose vs. Vancouver AND Charlotte lose/draw vs. Orlando or…
  4. New York lose/draw at New England AND Chicago draw vs. Vancouver AND Charlotte lose vs. Orlando

UPDATE: Cincinnati beat Atlanta, clinching a postseason spot.