The MLSカップ is the championship match of Major League Soccer (MLS), the top professional soccer league in the United States and Canada. It typically takes place in early November and features the two best teams from the league's playoffs, competing for the title. The event has been held annually since 1996 and is a significant highlight in the soccer calendar. The winner of the MLSカップ receives the coveted trophy and earns a spot in the CONCACAF Champions League, which allows them to compete against top clubs from North America, Central America, and the Caribbean. The match is celebrated with fanfare, including pre-game festivities and halftime shows.