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San Diego FC Is First to Clinch 2025 MLS Playoff Berth in Inaugural Season

The Western Conference leaders sit one point behind Philadelphia in the Supporters' Shield race.

SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA – AUGUST 23: Juan Mosquera #29 of the Portland Timbers controls the ball while defended by Luca De La Torre #14 of San Diego FC during the first half at Snapdragon Stadium on August 23, 2025 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Orlando Ramirez/Getty Images)

Overview

  • A 0-0 draw against the Portland Timbers at Snapdragon Stadium delivered the point that sealed postseason qualification.
  • Two Anders Dreyer goals were ruled out for offside, defining a match with few chances for either side.
  • The expansion club stands at 16-7-5 with 53 points, leading the West and trailing the league pace-setter by one.
  • Recent additions Leo Duru and Amahl Pellegrino came off the bench, while debutant Corey Baird left with a hamstring issue.
  • San Diego waived defender Hamady Diop on Aug. 22, and upcoming fixtures include LAFC away on Aug. 31 and Minnesota at home on Sept. 13, plus a Sept. 16 friendly versus Club Tijuana.