It's win-or-go-home time for FC Cincinnati .

The Orange & Blue conclude Phase One play against LIGA MX powerhouse Chivas Guadalajara on Thursday night at TQL Stadium, expectedly needing a win to make the Leagues Cup 2025 quarterfinals (7 pm ET | MLS Season Pass ).

“We feel good," said midfielder Brian Anunga . "I think we're going to go into the game in a strong way to try to win the game.

"We're at home, so we always want to win and give everything and give ourselves a chance to maybe go through."

Lay of the land

With four points after a 3-2 win vs. CF Monterrey and a 2-2 draw with FC Juárez, Cincy are on solid ground following their first two Leagues Cup games. Evander remains in impressive form, as well, tallying two goals and two assists.

However, quarterfinal spots

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