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2026 MLS Cup Playoffs: Who Has Clinched a Spot, Who Is Still Fighting?

The long-awaited and unforgiving Decision Day of the MLS regular season is on Saturday.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 2

MLS Predictions: Several Teams Claw for Playoffs in Matchday 34

It’s down to the wire for MLS teams, with Decision Day just a week away.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 30

Watch as ex-Celtic star scores incredible 18-minute hat-trick to secure play-offs

The National (Scotland) · Oct 29

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‘Needs to Stop’—Cavan Sullivan Sent Stern Warning After Receiving MLS Fine

The Philadelphia Union sensation was on the wrong side of the law against Charlotte.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 24

MLS Predictions: El Trafico, Tense Playoff Pushes Headline Matchday 32

It’s down to the wire for MLS’s strongest teams.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 23

MLS Power Rankings: Inter Miami, Vancouver Whitecaps Surge After Matchday 31

Most teams have four games to go, and half of the MLS Cup playoff spots have been clinched.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 19

Cavan Sullivan Can’t Extend Record As Union Barely Survive Clash With Charlotte

The Philadelphia Union endured a gritty battle with Charlotte FC at Subaru Park.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 17

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MLS Predictions: Hell Is Real Derby Headlines Intense Matchday 31 Slate

The races for the top spots in the MLS Cup playoffs are coming down to the wire in the final weeks of the season.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 17

USMNT Teenage Star Justin Ellis Adds ‘Award Winner’ to Rapidly Growing Resume

The 19-year-old Orlando City striker scored just four minutes into his U.S. men’s national team debut.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 15

MLS Predictions: Push to Playoffs Takes Center Stage on Matchday 29

The sprint to the postseason is underway, with staying healthy as important as being in form in the race toward the MLS Cup.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 10

Tim Ream’s Important Role in the Growth of American Soccer

The 39-year-old center back retired from the U.S. men’s national team after two World Cups and 86 appearances.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 6

MLS Power Rankings: No Cavan Sullivan, No Problem for Philadelphia Union After Matchday 28

The race for the MLS Cup continued even though a host of star players broke off to play in the ongoing international break.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 30

MLS Predictions: Playoff Races Heat Up Ahead of Matchday 28

International duty wreaks havoc on the MLS schedule this week but also offers some teams a chance to make up ground.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 26

MLS Predictions: Hudson River Derby, USMNT Call-Ups Headline Matchday 27

The Hudson River Derby headlines the weekend before select players embark on international duty.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 18

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Sports Illustrated · Sep 14

MLS Power Rankings: Sullivan’s Red-Hot Philadelphia Union and More After Matchday 26

The double-match week brought intense results and massive shifts across the weekly MLS Power Rankings.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 13

Squirrel Halts Match, Joins Dogs, Babies in Growing List of MLS’s Wild Pitch Invaders

The clash between FC Cincinnati and Charlotte FC had to be halted on the account of one curious, furry creature.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 12

MLS Predictions: Inter Miami, Nashville Battle Atop Eastern Conference in Matchday 26

The top four teams in the Eastern Conference all play each other at a pivotal point in the schedule.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 9

MLS Predictions: Top of Conference Battles, Lewandowski vs. Messi Highlight Matchday 25

It’s a packed midweek slate of MLS play, featuring 28 teams across 14 games.

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Sports Illustrated · Sep 7

MLS Power Rankings: St. Louis Make Statement, Inter Miami Hiccup on Matchday 24

The top teams in both conferences failed to secure wins on a thrilling slate of MLS action.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 5

The Top 7 Signings of 2026 MLS Transfer Window—Ranked

The cash-for-player trades took a massive step forward in popularity this summer, while loans could serve as major coups for some clubs.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 4

MLS Predictions: New Signings and Potential Debuts in Packed Matchday 24

All but one game of this week’s 15-match MLS slate will be played on Saturday.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 31

MLS Power Rankings: Lionel Messi Brings Back Miami Magic and More From Matchday 23

Major League Soccer bid farewell to August with a wild 15-game slate.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 28

MLS Predictions: Star Transfer Debuts, Miami’s Bounce Back Highlight Matchday 23

Inter Miami are looking to avoid a sixth-straight loss, while star signings could make their debuts.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 24

MLS Power Rankings: Vancouver Regain Form, Messi Left Frustrated After Matchday 22

The race for the MLS Cup playoffs is already heating up.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 22

MLS Predictions: Teams Try to Catch Red-Hot Nashville and More Ahead of Matchday 22

Nashville SC are seven points clear at the top of the Supporters’ Shield, but plenty of teams are looking to stay within reach.

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