December 19, 2024 – Major League Soccer
WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a thrilling announcement that reverberates with anticipation, Major League Soccer, in collaboration with D.C. United, has unveiled the 2025 MLS Regular Season Schedule, igniting the hopes of fans everywhere. The illustrious Black-and-Red are set to kick off their campaign against Toronto FC at Audi Field on that fateful Saturday, February 22, at 7:30 p.m. ET, setting the stage for a season brimming with electrifying matchups!
Enthusiastic supporters eager to snag single-match tickets can secure their spot by registering for pre-sale priority access before the clock strikes 8 a.m. ET on December 20. This coveted pre-sale will commence promptly at 10 a.m. ET on the same day. For those not in the early bird catchment, general sales will officially open at 2 p.m. ET, allowing the masses to dive into the action by visiting dcunited.com/tickets/single. Want more? Click around dcunited.com/tickets for multi-match package delights. Ticketing queries? Just fire off an email to ticketing@dcunited.com!
As D.C. United embarks on this adventurous chapter, it marks the second year under the stewardship of Head Coach Troy Lesesne and the visionary General Manager and Chief Soccer Officer, Ally Mackay. The roster boasts a sensational return as the 2024 MLS Golden Boot Winner and MLS Best XI forward, Christian Benteke, brings his unparalleled talent back to the pitch after annihilating the competition with a whopping 23 goals last season. A contract extension ensures he will don the Black-and-Red jersey through this season, with a tantalizing option for 2026 hanging in the balance. Adding to the excitement, 2024 MLS All-Star defender Aaron Herrera seeks to further elevate his game, with fellow stalwarts Lucas Bartlett, Jared Stroud, and Gabriel Pirani all looking to make significant contributions once more. The offseason buzz continues as the team brings Brazilian winger João Peglow into the fold from Radomiak Radom, all part of a strategic effort to amplify depth in preparation for the 2025 MLS journey.
The overarching spectacle of MLS action returns to the MLS Season Pass on Apple TV, boasting all 510 matches presented in one glorious haven, free from blackouts in over 100 countries. This season introduces a fresh twist, featuring a highlighted Sunday evening match that promises enhanced production and dedicated programming. The details, like nectar from the gods, await our eager consumption!
As we sit on the precipice of MLS’s monumental 30th season, excitement crackles in the air. Opening weekend, February 22-23, will witness all 30 clubs battling for glory. Among the major highlights, Inter Miami CF, the reigning Supporters’ Shield champions, will host New York City FC in a classic Saturday showdown at Chase Stadium. Meanwhile, the following day heralds the debut of San Diego FC as they take on the legendary LA Galaxy at Dignity Health Sports Park. What a phenomenal kickoff!
To celebrate this historic 30th anniversary, the season schedule is peppered with nostalgia. On April 6, D.C. United will face the San Jose Earthquakes in a pulsating rematch of the league’s inaugural clash from 1996. Then, on July 12, a grand clash between D.C. United and LA Galaxy, the original finalists of the MLS Cup, will unfold in the hallowed grounds of Dignity Health Sports Park.
The MLS All-Star festivities will flourish on July 23 in the vibrant city of Austin, Texas, at Q2 Stadium, as Austin FC rolls out the red carpet! The All-Star Skills Challenge, generously presented by AT&T, is scheduled for the preceding evening, July 22—keep your eyes peeled for further riveting details!
The entire 2025 season experience will be front and center on MLS Season Pass, showcasing every thrilling matchup, complemented by extensive studio coverage to analyze every twist and turn. With the return of the exhilarating whip-around studio show, MLS 360, alongside pregame and postgame analyses, the fervor of every matchday promises to resonate in multiple languages.
The 2025 schedule format embraces the arrival of San Diego FC as the league’s 30th club, featuring a total of 34 regular-season battles—17 at home, 17 on the road—with clubs clashing twice against conference foes and once against six select cross-conference teams.
Mark your calendars, as MLS stadiums across North America will prominently serve as hosts for the groundbreaking 32-team FIFA Club World Cup and the vibrant Concacaf Gold Cup, with a regular season pause from June 15-24.
Capping off the exhilarating season, Decision Day 2025 will unfold on Saturday, October 18, determining playoff fates! With Eastern Conference matches igniting at 6 p.m. ET and Western Conference battles commencing at 9 p.m. ET, spectators will undoubtedly be on the edge of their seats.
Finally, the 2025 MLS Cup, presented by Audi, promises the ultimate showdown, with schedules to be unveiled in due course. Anticipation builds as the complete D.C. United 2025 Major League Soccer schedule unfolds below:
D.C. United 2025 MLS Regular Season Schedule
- Saturday, February 22 – Toronto FC, 7:30 p.m. ET
- Saturday, March 1 – @ Chicago Fire FC, 8:30 p.m. ET
- Saturday, March 8 – Sporting Kansas City, 7:30 p.m. ET
- Saturday, March 15 – CF Montréal, 7:30 p.m. ET
- Saturday, March 22 – @ Orlando City SC, 7:30 p.m. ET
- Saturday, March 29 – Columbus Crew, 7:30 p.m. ET
- Sunday, April 6 – @ San Jose Earthquakes, 5:00 p.m. ET
- Saturday, April 12 – FC Cincinnati, 7:30 p.m. ET
- Saturday, April 19 – @ New York Red Bulls, 7:30 p.m. ET
- Saturday, April 26 – @ Philadelphia Union, 4:30 p.m. ET
- Saturday, May 3 – Colorado Rapids, 7:30 p.m. ET
- Saturday, May 10 – @ Toronto FC, 4:30 p.m. ET
- Wednesday, May 14 – New York City FC, 7:30 p.m. ET
- Saturday, May 17 – @ Nashville SC, 8:30 p.m. ET
- Saturday, May 24 – New York Red Bulls, 7:30 p.m. ET
- Wednesday, May 28 – New England Revolution, 7:30 p.m. ET
- Saturday, May 31 – @ FC Cincinnati, 7:30 p.m. ET
- Saturday, June 7 – Chicago Fire FC, 7:30 p.m. ET
- Saturday, June 14 – @ Real Salt Lake, 9:30 p.m. ET
- Saturday, June 28 – Nashville SC, 7:30 p.m. ET
- Saturday, July 5 – Atlanta United, 7:30 p.m. ET
- Saturday, July 12 – @ LA Galaxy, 10:30 p.m. ET
- Wednesday, July 16 – @ Charlotte FC, 7:30 p.m. ET
- Saturday, July 19 – @ Columbus Crew, 7:30 p.m. ET
- Saturday, July 26 – Austin FC, 7:30 p.m. ET
- Saturday, August 9 – @ New England Revolution, 7:30 p.m. ET
- Saturday, August 16 – @ CF Montréal, 7:30 p.m. ET
- Saturday, August 23 – Inter Miami CF, 7:30 p.m. ET
- Saturday, August 30 – @ New York City FC, 7:30 p.m. ET
- Saturday, September 13 – Orlando City SC, 7:30 p.m. ET
- Saturday, September 20 – @ Inter Miami CF, 7:30 p.m. ET
- Saturday, September 27 – Philadelphia Union, 7:30 p.m. ET
- Saturday, October 4 – Charlotte FC, 2:30 p.m. ET
- Saturday, October 18 – @ Atlanta United, 6:00 p.m. ET
