Charlotte riding wave of momentum Few teams in MLS are hotter than Charlotte FC. The Crown enter Sunday’s clash with the New York Red Bulls on a six-game winning streak, their best run since joining the league. That surge has vaulted them into seventh place in the Eastern Conference with 44 points, comfortably above the playoff line. Charlotte’s success has

Seattle building momentum after Club World Cup The Seattle Sounders may not have left the Club World Cup with wins, but their performances against Botafogo, Atletico Madrid, and Paris Saint-Germain seemed to flip a switch. Since returning from that competition, Seattle has gone 7-1-4 in all competitions, rediscovering their trademark defensive organization while getting timely goals. That run has lifted

Colorado Seeks Momentum Against Struggling LA Galaxy Colorado Rapids (10‑11‑6, 36 pts) look to build on consecutive wins as they face a faltering LA Galaxy (3‑16‑7, 16 pts) in Carson, California. The Rapids, currently seventh in the West, are eyeing a playoff push, while the Galaxy — MLS champions last season — are enduring a dismal campaign. Colorado enters off

Vancouver Bolsters Defense Ahead of Crucial Playoff Push Vancouver Whitecaps FC (13‑6‑7, 46 pts) welcome St. Louis City SC (5‑15‑6, 21 pts) this Saturday with momentum surging their way. The Whitecaps have just signed two experienced defenders—German captain Sebastian Schonlau and Belgian leader Joedrick Pupe—to reinforce a backline challenged by injuries. The additions signal Vancouver’s intent as they gear up for the

High-Stakes Match as Minnesota Might Say Farewell to Tani Oluwaseyi This Saturday, Real Salt Lake (9‑13‑4, 31 pts) host Minnesota United (13‑6‑8, 47 pts) in what could be the final Minnesota appearance for star striker Tani Oluwaseyi. The forward, who leads the Loons with 10 goals and eight assists, is nearing a high-profile move to Villarreal in La Liga. Negotiations

Nashville Seek Bounce-Back at Home Against Red-Hot Orlando Nashville SC (14‑8‑5, 47 pts) aim to end a three-match skid when they host in-form Orlando City SC (13‑6‑8, 47 pts) at Geodis Park. Nashville, currently tied with Orlando in the standings, boast a formidable home record of 9‑3‑1. Meanwhile, Orlando enter on an eight-match unbeaten run (1‑0‑2 in recent contests) and

Son Sparks LAFC, Driving Momentum Into Dallas Clash FC Dallas (7‑11‑8, 29 pts) play host to a resurgent LAFC (11‑6‑7, 40 pts), featuring recent standout Son Heung‑min. The South Korean star made a remarkable MLS debut, assisting the game-tying goal in a 2‑2 draw and immediately energizing his team. LAFC now trail the fourth-place playoff spot by just a point

Playoff Hopes on the Line as Houston Host San Jose in High-Stakes Matchup The Houston Dynamo (7‑11‑8, 29 pts) play host to the San Jose Earthquakes (8‑11‑8, 32 pts) on Saturday night. Both teams are scrambling to secure a Western Conference playoff spot—San Jose currently holds the coveted ninth spot, while Houston have narrowed the gap with three consecutive draws.

Austin’s Attack Heating Up as They Head to Montréal Austin FC (9‑8‑8, 35 pts) travel to face CF Montréal (4‑15‑8, 20 pts) aiming to sustain their recent offensive momentum. A five-match unbeaten streak (2-0-3) has lifted Austin into Western Conference playoff contention, and despite losing their top scorer Brandon Vázquez, they’ve adapted well under pressure. Step Into the MLS Insiders