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MLS Power Rankings: LAFC Falter, Inter Miami Stagnate, Other Major Shifts From Matchday 7

It was a pivotal week in the MLS Power Rankings, as no undefeated teams remain following the Matchday 7 slate.

Sports Illustrated 12 min read

MLS Predictions: USMNT Stars Clash, Inter Miami Look for First Win at New Stadium

Inter Miami look for a first win at their brand-new stadium after drawing Austin FC 2–2 in the stadium opener.

Sports Illustrated 16 min read

USMNT World Cup Dreams Fueling Perfect Vancouver Whitecaps MLS, Cascadia Cup Start

The 2025 MLS Cup runner-up picked up a 4–1 win over the Portland Timbers to start the 2026 Cascadia Cup.

Sports Illustrated 5 min read

MLS Predictions: Cascadia Cup Begins, LAFC Seeks Continued Dominance

Thomas Müller’s Vancouver Whitecaps visit the Portland Timbers to kick off the Cascadia Cup.

Sports Illustrated 13 min read

The Top 10 Stars in MLS in 2026—Ranked

The fourth decade of MLS kicks off with a stacked roster of superstars.

Sports Illustrated 9 min read

2026 MLS Western Conference: Preview, Season Predictions—Repeat Success in Store

The 31st edition of MLS could be extremely competitive with a number of sides looking more than capable on paper.

Sports Illustrated 21 min read

MLS Cup Playoffs Predictions: Every Decisive Game Three Clash in Round One

Five of the eight series in the first round will be decided in Game 3 showdowns.

Sports Illustrated 7 min read

Predicting the 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs Wild Card Matches

Portland Timbers, Real Salt Lake, Chicago Fire and Orlando City all seek spots in the first round of the MLS Cup playoffs.

Sports Illustrated 5 min read

MLS Cup Playoffs: First Round, Wild Card Schedules Confirmed

The 18-team MLS Cup playoffs get underway with the Wild Card games on Oct. 22.

Sports Illustrated 7 min read

MLS Power Rankings: LAFC, Vancouver Rise After Big Wins on Matchday 33

Son Heung-min and Thomas Muller starred for their clubs on a busy Saturday night.

Sports Illustrated 14 min read