MATCH DAY GUIDE pres. by altafibre | FC Cincinnati vs Columbus Crew – Audi 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs First Match, Game 3

Saturday, November 8 – 6 p.m. ET
Audi 2025 MLS Cup playoffs
First round match

FC Cincinnati will host the Columbus Crew on Saturday, November 8 at TQL Stadium. Kickoff is set for 6 p.m. ET for Game 3 of the first round of the 2025 Audi MLS Cup Playoffs.

Tickets remain at FCCincinnati.com/Tickets or call 513-977-KICK for more information. Take a look at the Matchday Guide brought to you by altafiber to find out what you need to know ahead of Saturday night’s game at TQL Stadium.

Gates to TQL Stadium open at 4:30 p.m. Saturday with kickoff set for 6 p.m.

Audi 2025 MLS Cup playoffs

FC Cincinnati qualified for the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs for the fourth year in a row! FCC finished the season as the second seed in the Eastern Conference. Saturday’s game is a must-win for FC Cincinnati as the first round series between FCC and the Columbus Crew is tied 1-1. The winner of Game 3 of Saturday’s first round will advance to the Eastern Conference semifinals and face the winner of the first round series between Inter Miami CF and Nashville SC.

For more information, visit the Playoffs page here: FCCincinnati.com/playoffs

Fans attending the game can participate in our stadium-wide Orange Out by wearing any FCC orange item. Fans can also purchase orange merchandise from the TQL Stadium Team Store on game day to participate.

Light up TQL Stadium during our exclusive Audi 2025 MLS Cup Playoff synchronized light show on game day. Be sure to download the FC Cincinnati app and follow the instructions. To find out how to participate, visit FCCincinnati.com/Fans/Light-Show

Pick up an orange rally towel on your way to TQL Stadium!

TQL Stadium will follow MLS Cup playoff requirements for Saturday’s game:

• All beverages (including unopened 20-ounce bottles of water permitted to be brought in) must be poured into a cup.
• Street vendors will only be available in the lobby.

MATCH DAY INFORMATION AND ROAD CLOSURES

As preparations are underway for the construction of the highly anticipated mixed-use district north of TQL Stadium, fans should be aware of road closures for vehicle and pedestrian access. With Wade Street closed, fans accessing Workhorse Gate will be directed down Liberty Street to Central Avenue.

For an A-Z stadium guide, parking information, stadium map, road closures, bag policy, concession information and more, visit FCCincinnati.com/Matchday.

Visit here for an interactive map of TQL Stadium.

Join us before the game from 2:30-5:00 p.m. at Washington Park and stick around for the Walk in the Park at 5:00 p.m. as The Bailey heads to TQL Stadium!

The pregame party begins with plenty of free fan experiences, as well as food trucks, drinks and activities.

• Bring home the playoff energy with a commemorative photo.
• Listen to live music from the Water Balloon Band
• Fuel up before the game with food from SEA Cuisine and Jenn’s Hot Tamales
• FC Cincinnati tires
• Games and activities, including a coloring table and striker challenge
• Airbrush and balloon art
• FC Cincinnati marketing board

Around 5 p.m., fans can join the energetic march to the stadium as it arrives at Washington Park with smoke, drums and chants.

INSIDE AND OUTSIDE TQL STADIUM

Outside of TQL Stadium, Carl and Martha Lindner Square off Central Parkway provides non-stop entertainment until kickoff.

Inside TQL Stadium, fans will want to be seated early for special pre-game presentations throughout the stadium and on the field before kickoff.

The Bailey is general admission, security only. Chants, drums, flags and smoke are expected during the match. No supporters or colors of the opposing team are allowed.

Read below for more information on parking options, the stadium’s updated clear bag policy, NFC ticketing and Wi-Fi:

• Parking options – Plan ahead for game day with our parking information.
• Bag Policy – TQL Stadium has updated its clear bag policy. Learn more about our TQL Stadium Bag Policy.
• NFC ticketing – In addition to mobile ticketing, FC Cincinnati and SeatGeek use NFC (Near Field Communication) ticketing at all stadium gates and entrances. Fans can add their ticket to Apple Wallet on their iPhone or Apple Watch and simply tap their device on the reader at the gate to enter the stadium. Learn more with our information on mobile ticketing.
• Wi-Fi in the stadium – Supporters will be able to connect to the stadium’s free Wi-Fi, courtesy of the club’s IT partner and official service provider, Atomic Data.

FC CINCINNATI MERCHANDISE

Fans can visit the team store at TQL Stadium when the doors open at 4:30 p.m. Saturday.

Fans can purchase all of their favorite FC Cincinnati merchandise, including the new Orange and Blue Legacy kit, at any of the team’s stores or various other FCC merchandise booths.

Fans can also purchase merchandise items online at FCCGo.com and pick them up in store.

FOOD, DRINKS AND MORE AT TQL STADIUM

For a complete list of game day concessions at TQL Stadium, visit FCCincinnati.com/Matchday/Concessions-Guide.

New for 2025 include the Olimpico Burger, Loaded Hot Mett, Cauliflower Tikka Masala and Gary’s Chicken Sandwich among a dozen other items.

The full list of new stadium food and beverage offerings for the 2025 season, as well as new merchandise options for the club’s 10th anniversary, can be found HERE.