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Seattle Sounders fell 2-0 to Tigres UANL in Mexico in the Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinals, failing to convert key chances and suffering a deflected corner that produced an own-goal; with eight straight away games behind them, Seattle must mount a comeback in the April 15 return at Lumen Field, aided by lineup tweaks and a rare start for 19-year-old Snyder Brunell.
The Seattle Sounders travel to Monterrey to face Tigres UANL in the first leg of the Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinals at 6 PM PT on FS2 and TUDN. Seattle is riding a six-game unbeaten streak and hopes to grab a solid result away from home, while Tigres come in with mixed form but a strong home track record against non-Liga MX teams. Stefan Frei is expected to start in goal for Seattle, who are missing several players (Sailor, Kim Kee-hee, Pedro de la Vega, Nikola Petković, Yeimar Gomez‑Andrade, Stuart Hawkins) with Tigres listing Marco Farfan as questionable. Return leg is next Wednesday at Lumen Field. Broadcast details include English and Spanish streams and local radio options.
MLS will run a 14-game, in-conference sprint season in early 2027, followed by a streamlined single-elimination playoff for the top eight teams in each conference. Sprint results will also determine five berths for the 2028 Concacaf Champions Cup and qualification for the 2028 Leagues Cup, as the league shifts to a fall-to-spring schedule and starts a full 2027-28 season in July 2027 (with MLS Cup finishing in May 2028 and a winter break mid-December to early February).
Cavan Sullivan scored two goals to power Philadelphia Union to a historic showing in the CONCACAF Champions Cup.
Seattle Sounders FC will host Concacaf Champions Cup Round of 16 matches in Spokane, marking the club’s first-ever home games in Eastern Washington.
The Seattle Sounders' victory in the Leagues Cup secures them a spot in the 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup, provides financial bonuses, boosts their global ranking, and boosts team morale, highlighting their strength and potential in North American soccer.
Vancouver Whitecaps FC were defeated 5-0 by Cruz Azul in the 2025 Concacaf Champions Cup final in Mexico City, ending their 15-match unbeaten streak and missing out on a trophy, prize money, and spots in the FIFA Club World Cup and FIFA Intercontinental Cup.
Nearly the entire Columbus Crew roster and coaching staff were affected by a stomach illness believed to be food poisoning during their CONCACAF Champions Cup final against CF Pachuca, contributing to their 3-0 loss. Despite the illness and the challenges of playing at high altitude, the team chose to compete but struggled with energy and performance. Coach Wilfried Nancy acknowledged the situation but also pointed out flaws in the team's play, conceding that Pachuca deserved the win.
CF Pachuca won the 2024 CONCACAF Champions Cup with a 3-0 victory over Columbus Crew, securing a spot in the 2025 Club World Cup. Salomón Rondón scored twice, leading Pachuca to a dominant win. Columbus missed several key opportunities and struggled with illness among players and staff. Despite the loss, Columbus' proactive play throughout the tournament signals MLS's rising competitiveness in international soccer.
The Columbus Crew suffered a 3-0 defeat to CF Pachuca in the Concacaf Champions Cup final, with the Ohio team struggling due to a stomach bug that affected many players and staff. Despite giving their all, the Crew were outplayed by Pachuca, who secured their sixth Concacaf title and a spot in the FIFA Club World Cup. Coach Wilfried Nancy and players acknowledged the illness but praised Pachuca's performance and expressed pride in their team's effort.
The Columbus Crew will face CF Pachuca in the CONCACAF Champions Cup final on Saturday in Pachuca, Mexico, with a chance to secure a spot in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. The match will be broadcast on FS1 and TUDN, with streaming available via the Fox Sports app. The Crew are also hosting a watch party at Lower.com Field.
Lionel Messi and Inter Miami faced a disappointing loss against Monterrey in the CONCACAF Champions Cup quarterfinal, squandering the opportunity to make a mark in Mexico and for MLS. Despite the hype surrounding Messi's arrival at Inter Miami, the team's struggle in the match highlighted the challenges faced by MLS teams in continental competitions, with roster restrictions and lack of depth being key factors. The loss signifies a missed chance for Miami to claim continental glory and play at the Club World Cup, while also raising questions about the impact of Messi's presence on the team and the league's growth.
Lionel Messi's dream of leading Inter Miami to the Club World Cup ends as they are knocked out of the CONCACAF Champions Cup by Monterrey, highlighting the gap between Major League Soccer and Liga MX. Despite Messi's return from injury, Inter Miami's shallow roster and MLS spending restrictions hindered their performance, leading to a 5-2 aggregate loss. The defeat dashes hopes of competing in the inaugural 32-team Club World Cup, but a wild-card berth remains a possibility for an American team.
Inter Miami CF lost 3-1 to C.F. Monterrey in the Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinals, ending their first-ever participation in the competition. Despite a goal from Diego Gómez assisted by Lionel Messi, Inter Miami couldn't overcome Monterrey's lead. Head coach Gerardo Martino expressed disappointment at the defeat, and the team will now focus on their upcoming MLS regular season match against Sporting Kansas City.
Inter Miami, led by Lionel Messi, was eliminated from the CONCACAF Champions Cup by Monterrey with a 3-1 defeat, ending their dream of a continental trophy. Despite fielding star players like Messi, Luis Suárez, Sergio Busquets, and Jordi Alba, Miami looked overmatched by Monterrey. The loss continued MLS's historical struggles in the tournament, with just one MLS team winning the tournament in 2022. Monterrey's overwhelming performance highlighted the difference in squad construction between the two teams, leaving the Columbus Crew as MLS's last hope in the competition.