West's final playoff spots, East craziness & more from Decision Day
By Charles BoehmHowever your club may have fared on the pitch, Decision Day remains undefeated.The 2026 MLS regular season ended with a bang on Saturday, with twists and turns right down to the final ...
The 2026 MLS regular season came to a dramatic end on Decision Day, with twists and turns in both the Western and Eastern Conference. Out West, three teams secured their spots in the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs, while three others faced disappointment. In the East, seeding drama and late surprises affected teams, with some surprising results and questions raised.
Real Salt Lake secured their fifth consecutive playoff spot with a 2-1 win over the LA Galaxy, who fell behind early and couldn't catch up. Meanwhile, the Seattle Sounders made the playoffs for the 15th time in 17 seasons, edging out LAFC and RSL in the West's Wild Card round. The Portland Timbers also advanced with a 2-0 victory over Austin FC, while Columbus Crew won a thrilling last-minute 4-3 win over Orlando City, securing their spot in the playoffs.
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