San Diego FC vs Minnesota United Prediction & Betting Tips (25 November)

The conference semi-finals of the MLS play-offs conclude with this poster between San Diego FC and Minnesota United, this Tuesday at 4:00 a.m. at Snapdragon Stadium. For its very first season in MLS, San Diego FC could not dream of better during the regular phase. After a very close battle with Vancouver Whitecaps, he managed to finish at the top of the Western Conference. The franchise coached by Mikey Varas then knew how to make its status known for the first round of the play-offs. Even if she was pushed in 3 games, she managed to come out against Portland Timbers with a final match largely won 4-0.

Opposite her, it is Minnesota United who now present themselves. Despite only winning 1 poster in his last 4 matches in the regular phase, he was still able to finish in 4th position in the Eastern Conference. For his debut in these play-offs, he had to fight to overcome Seattle Sounders. Eric Ramsay's men also needed 3 games to qualify and in their 2 successes, they had to wait for penalties to win. It will be a much more complicated mission that awaits them during the night from Monday to Tuesday. Especially since the qualification is played out, this time, in a dry match.

Looking at recent matches, San Diego FC has displayed consistency and attacking flair. In October, they defeated Houston Dynamo 4-2 away and followed it up with another 4-0 win against Portland, proving their offensive firepower is no fluke. Even in setbacks, such as their 1-0 loss to San Jose Earthquakes, the team showed resilience by bouncing back quickly. Minnesota United’s form has been more mixed, with a 2-1 loss to LA Galaxy in October but also a convincing 3-0 home win against Sporting Kansas City. Their playoff series against Seattle highlighted both their vulnerabilities and strengths, as they conceded goals but ultimately prevailed through grit and determination. Both teams have already faced each other twice this season, splitting results with San Diego winning 4-2 in Minnesota and the Loons taking a 3-1 victory in San Diego, setting the stage for a decisive third encounter.

With the semifinal looming, the narrative is rich: San Diego FC chasing history in their debut season, and Minnesota United seeking to prove their playoff mettle once again. The return of Lozano and Dreyer for San Diego adds attacking depth, while Minnesota’s reliance on St. Clair’s heroics and Pereyra’s creativity will be crucial. The match promises intensity, but San Diego’s momentum, home advantage, and attacking trio of Dreyer, Lozano, and Pellegrino tilt the balance in their favor. Our prediction is a 3-1 scoreline in favor of San Diego FC, a result that would propel them into the Western Conference Final and keep alive the dream of lifting the MLS Cup in their very first season.

• Summary: San Diego FC is going head to head with Minnesota United starting on 25 Nov 2025 at 03:00 UTC at Snapdragon Stadium stadium, San Diego city, USA. The match is a part of the MLS, Playoffs .
• Referee: Rosendo Mendoza
• San Diego FC Feedinco Rating: 7.04
• Minnesota United Feedinco Rating: 6.93