Chucky Lozano Leads San Diego FC in Quest for Their First MLS Cup Final

San Diego FC is about to play the biggest match in its young history. In their debut season in MLS, Hirving “Chucky” Lozano and company have reached the Western Conference Final — and now face a massive challenge: defeating the Vancouver Whitecaps, a team that combines discipline, physicality, and the presence of living legend Thomas Müller.

Despite being a first-year expansion side, San Diego shocked the league with mature, consistent football. Lozano has been the heartbeat of the team — stretching defenses, accelerating transitions, and pushing the squad with his competitive fire — while the group has shown personality and resilience throughout the playoffs.

What’s ahead is even more electrifying. If San Diego knocks out Vancouver, they could face Lionel Messi and Inter Miami in an MLS Cup Final that would capture attention across the continent.

Of course, Miami must first win their own conference final vs NYCFC for that dream matchup to materialize. San Diego vs Vancouver kicks off Saturday, November 29 at 8:00 PM (Mexico City time) at Snapdragon Stadium — unquestionably the most important match in the California club’s existence so far.

San Diego stands just 90 minutes away from making history. Vancouver aims to impose experience and calm in key moments. Lozano and Müller headline a can’t-miss duel that will decide the West’s new champion.

San Diego not only plays attractive, confident football — they’ve also built a genuine bond with supporters who embraced the club from day one. That roaring home environment could be decisive in countering Müller’s experience and Vancouver’s ability to manage high-stakes scenarios.