Record-Breaking Expansion Team Secures Postseason Berth
In its inaugural season, San Diego Football Club (SDFC) has shattered expansion team records, earning 18 wins and 60 points to clinch a playoff spot. The previous marks were set by Los Angeles FC in 2018 with 16 wins and 57 points.
Potential Playoff Matchup with Portland Timbers
SDFC's success has set up a potential first-round playoff clash with the Portland Timbers. If San Diego finishes second in the Western Conference and Portland seventh, the teams would meet in the opening round, meaning Saturday's regular-season finale could be the first of potentially four straight matches between the clubs.
Securing the Best Playoff Seed
SDFC's final regular-season game against the Timbers on Saturday will determine their playoff seeding. A win would secure the top spot in the West, while a draw would likely mean a third seed. A loss could drop them to third or fourth, depending on other results around the league.
TL;DR
- SDFC has set MLS expansion team records with 18 wins and 60 points in its debut season
- The team has clinched a playoff spot, potentially setting up a first-round matchup with the Portland Timbers
- Saturday's regular-season finale against Portland will determine SDFC's playoff seeding, with a win securing the top spot in the Western Conference