Miami vs Vancouver: MLS Cup Final 2025. Allende shines, Ahmed stands out

Inter Miami and Vancouver Whitecaps will face each other in the MLS Cup 2025 final

The excitement is at its peak. Inter Miami CF, champion of the Eastern Conference, will face Vancouver Whitecaps in the MLS Cup 2025 final. The defining match will be played on Saturday and promises to be a match full of adrenaline and talent. Miami secured their place in the final with a resounding 5-1 victory over New York City FC. Meanwhile, the Whitecaps, led by Thomas Müller, defeated the expansion team San Diego FC with a score of 3-1, winning the Western Conference for the first time in their history.

Conference Finals Analysis

Inter Miami’s performance has been remarkable. Despite defensive challenges in the regular season, the team has shown significant improvement in the postseason. With a solid defense and goalkeeper Rocco Ríos Novo excelling in crucial moments, Miami is shaping up to be a strong contender to lift the trophy.

Inter Miami’s defense is no longer an obstacle, but a significant help, and could lead them to win the MLS Cup.

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Vancouver, for its part, has had an exceptional year, excelling in the Canadian Championship and the Concacaf Champions Cup. The victory over San Diego in the Western Conference final highlights the team’s quality and strategy.

Description: 1:11San Diego FC vs. Vancouver Whitecaps – Game HighlightsWatch the Game Highlights from San Diego FC vs. Vancouver Whitecaps, 11/29/2025

Featured Players of the Round

Tadeo Allende from Inter Miami was the standout figure, with a hat-trick that propelled him to MLS records. His performance, combined with Messi’s effectiveness, has been key to the team’s success. It is rumored that Inter Miami is negotiating to keep Allende for next season.

Description: Tadeo Allende fired three goals past NYCFC on Saturday in a remarkable performance. Carmen Mandato/Getty Images Ali Ahmed from Vancouver Whitecaps also shone, with a performance that included an assist and an own goal, demonstrating his impact on the game. His energy and skill were fundamental to his team’s victory.

Description: Ali Ahmed was best afield as the Whitecaps booked their place in the MLS Cup final. Chadd Cady-Imagn Images

Round Moment

Jordi Alba’s pass to Segovia for Miami’s fourth goal was a highlight. Alba, known for his ability to assist, demonstrated his quality once more, securing his team’s victory. San Diego’s own goal was also crucial. After Vancouver scored the first goal, Ahmed’s own goal solidified the Whitecaps’ lead, marking a turning point in the match.