FC Cincinnati, the current Supporters' Shield leaders, can clinch an Audi 2023 MLS Cup Playoffs spot in Matchday 29, which will be played on Wednesday, August 30.
Cincinnati will clinch a berth in the Audi 2023 MLS Cup Playoffs if:
- Cincinnati win at Atlanta or…
 - Cincinnati draw at Atlanta AND New York lose/draw at New England AND Chicago lose/draw vs. Vancouver AND Charlotte lose/draw vs. Orlando or…
 - New York lose/draw at New England AND Chicago lose vs. Vancouver AND Charlotte lose/draw vs. Orlando or…
 - New York lose/draw at New England AND Chicago draw vs. Vancouver AND Charlotte lose vs. Orlando
 
UPDATE: Cincinnati beat Atlanta, clinching a postseason spot.

              


