Nashville SC remains at the top of ESPN's MLS Power Rankings after a dramatic 3-2 win over Red Bull New York, despite playing in rainy conditions and having multiple goals disallowed. Sam Surridge's stoppage-time header secured the victory, keeping the Supporters' Shield winners on track to break Miami's points record.
Inter Miami CF climbed to second place with a 2-1 comeback victory over New England, powered by Lionel Messi. Messi assisted Germán Berterame for the equalizer and then scored his 26th goal of the season, maintaining his lead in the Golden Boot race.
New England Revolution fell to third after their four-game win streak ended, though Dániel Gazdag's two-game scoring streak offers a silver lining. St. Louis City SC dropped to fourth despite locking up a playoff berth, losing 1-0 to San Diego thanks to Pablo Sisniega's six saves and Anders Dreyer's decisive goal.
Chicago Fire jumped to fifth as Robert Lewandowski came off the bench to score and assist in a 4-2 win over Colorado. Vancouver Whitecaps rose to sixth after a dominant 5-1 victory over Seattle, with Brian White scoring a brace.
Source: ESPN Soccer · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing