Matchday 25: How Nashville SC can clinch playoffs

Nashville SC can clinch an Audi 2026 MLS Cup Playoffs spot when they visit Toronto FC on Wednesday night during Matchday 25 (7:30 pm ET | Apple TV).

The following scenarios are in play for the Supporters' Shield and Eastern Conference leaders.

Nashville will clinch a berth in the Audi 2026 MLS Cup Playoffs if:

1. Nashville win at Toronto AND New York City lose/draw vs. New England AND New York lose/draw at LAFC AND Philadelphia lose/draw vs. Cincinnati or...
2. Nashville win at Toronto AND New York City lose vs. New England AND New York lose at LAFC AND Orlando lose/draw at Atlanta or...
3. Nashville win at Toronto AND New York City lose vs. New England AND Philadelphia lose/draw vs. Cincinnati AND Orlando lose/draw at Atlanta or...
4. Nashville win at Toronto AND New York City lose vs. New England AND New York lose at LAFC AND Columbus lose/draw at D.C.