2025 MLS NEXT Cup Dates Announced

MLS NEXT just announced the dates and location for the 2025 MLS NEXT Cup. Here are the details…

The players always look forward to attending this event. It’s an exciting event that caps a long season of soccer.

As I get more details, I’ll include them here.

Kickoff Times Per Age Group

U13

• First Kickoff: June 19, 2025 at 8:00 am
• Last Kickoff: June 22, 2025 at 12:00 pm

U14

• First Kickoff: June 19, 2025 at 8:00 am
• Last Kickoff: June 22, 2025 at 4:00 pm

U15 (Playoffs & Showcase)

• First Kickoff: June 14, 2025 at 8:00 am
• Last Kickoff: June 17, 2025 at 1:00 pm

U16 (Playoffs & Showcase)

• First Kickoff: June 14, 2025 at 8:00 am
• Last Kickoff: June 17, 2025 at 4:00 pm

U17 (Playoffs & Showcase)

• First Kickoff: June 15, 2025 at 8:00 am
• Last Kickoff: June 18, 2025 at 2:00 pm

U19 (Playoffs & Showcase)

• First Kickoff: June 15, 2025 at 8:00 am
• Last Kickoff: June 18, 2025 at 11:00 am

What is the MLS NEXT Cup Anyways?

The MLS NEXT Cup wraps up the MLS NEXT season by bringing together the best teams across different age groups.

MLS NEXT Cup Playoffs

To make it to the playoffs, teams need to earn their spot through the season standings. The top one or two teams in each region (depending on the region) secure an automatic bid. On top of that, any team that wins their group at the NEXT Flex tournament also punches their ticket to The Cup.

At the end of the playoffs, champs will be crowned from the U15, U16, U17, and U19 age groups.

MLS NEXT Cup Showcase

The MLS NEXT Cup Showcase offers a valuable opportunity for teams that didn’t qualify for the playoffs to still participate in high-level competition.

While these teams won’t be playing for a chip, they’ll have the chance to go head-to-head with other talented MLS NEXT teams from across the country.

With scouts from colleges, national teams, and professional clubs in attendance, players can showcase their skills in Nashville.

It’s the perfect setting for players to conclude their 2024/2025 season!