Leagues Cup Final: Nashville host Miami after Champions Cup spots secured

Philadelphia suffered a 4-1 defeat against Miami’s new-look squad, showing uncharacteristic defensive lapses at home. It was the Union’s second semifinal setback this season after losing in the 2023 CCL to LAFC.

Monterrey, after beating four straight MLS opponents, finally met their match in a 2-0 loss at Nashville. That snapped Liga MX’s hopes of raising the Leagues Cup trophy, all after playing exclusively on the road.

CCC implications: Monterrey already have a 2024 CCC spot secured via their performance in the 2022–23 Liga MX aggregate table. Philadelphia do not, so a victory ensures their return to the confederation’s premier club tournament (which acts as a pathway to the Club World Cup as well).