A high-profile showdown awaits in the Audi 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs, as Vancouver Whitecaps FC welcome LAFC for a Western Conference Semifinal on Nov. 22 (9:30 pm ET | MLS Season Pass, Apple TV ).

Here are five key storylines to know ahead of a clash that sees summer signings Thomas Müller and Son Heung-Min take center stage at BC Place.

Whoever advances will meet San Diego FC or Minnesota United FC in the Western Conference Final, vying for the chance to compete in MLS Cup presented by Audi on Dec. 6. 1 The Müller effect

The Whitecaps were already the talk of MLS after reaching the Concacaf Champions Cup final while battling for the top spot in the Western Conference standings under new manager Jesper Sørensen.

However, they hit another level in August by signing Müll

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