Inter Miami CF continued their relentless pursuit of the MLS regular season points record with another three points in the bag. The Columbus Crew, on the other hand, secured second place in the Eastern Conference and set a new club record for points in a season. Orlando City showcased their strength with a statement win over a fellow contender, maintaining their impressive form. LAFC, meanwhile, extended their winning streak to three matches with a dominant shutout victory on the road.
Crew star Cucho Hernández stole the show with two fantastic headers in the 3-2 victory over Philadelphia, both assisted by Dylan Chambost. Hernández’s performance earned him a spot on the Team of the Matchday bench, as well as setting a new Crew single-season record for goal contributions with 19 goals and 13 assists. Mo Farsi of Columbus also earned a spot in the XI for his standout performance that included his fourth goal of the season.
Orlando City made a statement with a 3-1 away win over FC Cincinnati, led by two goals and an assist from Ramiro Enrique. Iván Angulo and coach Oscar Pareja also received recognition for their contributions to the victory. Pareja has been instrumental in leading Orlando to an impressive record since July, highlighting the team’s dangerous form heading into the postseason.
The Team of the Matchday lined up in a 3-4-3 formation, with standout performers such as Oscar Ustari, Pedro Santos, and Aaron Long. The bench was stacked with talent, including Iván Angulo, Diego Luna, and Christian Benteke, showcasing the depth of quality in MLS.
Overall, it was an exciting week of MLS action with teams jostling for position in the standings and individual players making their mark on the league. The race for the postseason is heating up, and with performances like those seen in this Matchday, fans can expect more thrilling encounters as the season progresses.
