mls cup

Alexi Lalas praises 'cruel, but not unfair' MLS Playoffs

In a season dominated by up-and-coming teams, the Major League Soccer Cup final was played between two sides that are no strangers to success. For the third time in four seasons, Seattle Sounders played Toronto F.C. for MLS' top prize, winning 3-1.

LAFC beats LA Galaxy in crosstown rivalry

A fierce cross-city rivalry is brewing off Highway 110 in Los Angeles that holds up to any of the classic derbies played in world football -- at least in terms of fan support and personal grudges on the pitch.

MLS Cup 2018: A city united by soccer, Atlanta seeks title

In its short history, Atlanta United has captured the city's spirit and taken Major League Soccer by storm. Now, the Five Stripes -- in just their second season -- are a game away from winning a championship, playing host to the Portland Timbers for the MLS Cup on December 8.

Seattle wins MLS Cup, beating Toronto on penalty kicks

TORONTO (AP) — Roman Torres scored in the sixth round of penalty kicks to give the Seattle Sounders their first MLS Cup title, 5-4 over Toronto FC after 120 scoreless minutes Saturday night.It was the first MLS Cup final to fail to produce a goal in regulation, setting the stage for a dramatic tiebreaker.