Argentina's Lionel Messi and South Korea's Son Heung-min are among the stars vying for the MLS Cup. Prediction the playoffs' first round.

Inter Miami start the postseason against the team that saw them end the regular campaign. Nashville were thumped 5–2 on South Beach as Lionel Messi secured his status as Golden Boot winner with a hat-trick. The Coyotes coach B.J. Callaghan claimed that “we look forward to playing Miami again,” although some fans may feel different.

Cristina Alexander, Herculez Gomez and Shaka Hislop are joined by Lizzy Becherano to break down Messi's decision to officially extend his contract to stay at Inter Miami until 2028. Also, Orlando City's Alex Freeman joined the show on being nominated for MLS Young Player of the Year.