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Predicting the MLS Playoffs: Eastern Conference edition
Soccer

Here’s a look at the matchups in the East, with what to look out for and, our prediction of who will be moving on to the conference final.

By Sean Golden
Ranking the best and worst of the 2022 MLS kits
Major League Soccer

A step forward for adidas this year, but some kits fail to recognize their scope

By Jefferson Fenner

The latest in Major League Soccer

Major League Soccer is aligning its schedule with the rest of the world. Here’s why.Major League Soccer is aligning its schedule with the rest of the world. Here’s why.
MLS wild card playoffs kick off tonight. Our picks for teams moving on to the next roundMLS wild card playoffs kick off tonight. Our picks for teams moving on to the next round
Could Lionel Messi’s potential re-signing with Inter Miami mean he could play in the 2026 World Cup?Could Lionel Messi’s potential re-signing with Inter Miami mean he could play in the 2026 World Cup?
Should Lionel Messi win MLS MVP despite missing almost half the season?Should Lionel Messi win MLS MVP despite missing almost half the season?
Major League Soccer
By Donald Wine II
Five things you should hope to see out of the start of the MLS Cup playoffsFive things you should hope to see out of the start of the MLS Cup playoffs
These five MLS teams just got blessed by the throwback godsThese five MLS teams just got blessed by the throwback gods
Major League Soccer
By Donald Wine II
Lionel Messi leads MLS’ top selling jerseys list, but so do a lot of up and coming starsLionel Messi leads MLS’ top selling jerseys list, but so do a lot of up and coming stars
NYCFC hopes “The Cube” will become the crown jewel of MLS stadiumsNYCFC hopes “The Cube” will become the crown jewel of MLS stadiums
Major League Soccer
By Donald Wine II
These Eastern Conference free agent signings could bring success to their new homesThese Eastern Conference free agent signings could bring success to their new homes
The best Eastern Conference rivalries give MLS fans exciting actionThe best Eastern Conference rivalries give MLS fans exciting action
Major League Soccer
By Donald Wine II
MLS weekend action is highlighted by the quest for a championshipMLS weekend action is highlighted by the quest for a championship
These Eastern Conference matchups should bring us back from the “break”These Eastern Conference matchups should bring us back from the “break”
MLS has solid representation in U.S.’ Olympic roster pool. Is it good enough to medal?MLS has solid representation in U.S.’ Olympic roster pool. Is it good enough to medal?
Summertime soccer’s on the horizonSummertime soccer’s on the horizon
Soccer
By Donald Wine II
MLS Concacaf Champions Cup participants struggle on opening weekendMLS Concacaf Champions Cup participants struggle on opening weekend
Major League Soccer
By Donald Wine II
The Atlantic Cup deserves better than relegation to WednesdaysThe Atlantic Cup deserves better than relegation to Wednesdays
MLS Rivalry Week hits its final crescendo this weekendMLS Rivalry Week hits its final crescendo this weekend
Soccer
By Sean Golden and Donald Wine II
MLS Rivalry Week continues by bringing the midweek heatMLS Rivalry Week continues by bringing the midweek heat
Which MLS teams have the best chance of winning the U.S. Open Cup?Which MLS teams have the best chance of winning the U.S. Open Cup?
Major League Soccer
By Donald Wine II
MLS Rivalry Week begins with a statement: Hell Is RealMLS Rivalry Week begins with a statement: Hell Is Real
Soccer
By Sean Golden and Donald Wine II
Cavan Sullivan’s a professional player, but at just 14 years old, expect Philadelphia to tread carefullyCavan Sullivan’s a professional player, but at just 14 years old, expect Philadelphia to tread carefully
May the MLS action be with you on Star Wars weekendMay the MLS action be with you on Star Wars weekend
Soccer
By Donald Wine II
Come for the Messi show, stay for the Suarez highlightsCome for the Messi show, stay for the Suarez highlights
Major League Soccer
By Donald Wine II
The MLS fountain of youth is dipped in goals in the early part of 2024The MLS fountain of youth is dipped in goals in the early part of 2024
Major League Soccer
By Donald Wine II
Major League Soccer takes the entire stage this weekendMajor League Soccer takes the entire stage this weekend
Major League Soccer
By Donald Wine II
Three Eastern Conference matchups to compete with the Final FourThree Eastern Conference matchups to compete with the Final Four
Major League Soccer
By Donald Wine II
D.C. United seeks results through aggressive playD.C. United seeks results through aggressive play
Major League Soccer
By Donald Wine II
Three Eastern Conference matchups to watch this weekendThree Eastern Conference matchups to watch this weekend
Major League Soccer
By Donald Wine II
Three Eastern Conference matchups to get you through the international windowThree Eastern Conference matchups to get you through the international window
Our picks and predictions for the MLS matches you need to watch this St. Patrick’s Day weekendOur picks and predictions for the MLS matches you need to watch this St. Patrick’s Day weekend
Major League Soccer
By Sean Golden and Donald Wine II
Here’s our pick of must-watch CONCACAF Champions Cup matchupsHere’s our pick of must-watch CONCACAF Champions Cup matchups
What MLS clubs plan to do when the Open Cup format gets released will say a whole lotWhat MLS clubs plan to do when the Open Cup format gets released will say a whole lot
The MLS Western Conference matchups you need to see this weekendThe MLS Western Conference matchups you need to see this weekend
MLS is back ... with replacement refs. But has anyone truly noticed the difference?MLS is back ... with replacement refs. But has anyone truly noticed the difference?
Which MLS Eastern Conference team is sporting the best jersey?Which MLS Eastern Conference team is sporting the best jersey?
Major League Soccer
By Donald Wine II
When it comes to who’s most likely to win MLS’ Leagues Cup, the math has been doneWhen it comes to who’s most likely to win MLS’ Leagues Cup, the math has been done
These three MLS matchups have us excited for opening weekendThese three MLS matchups have us excited for opening weekend
Here’s why the renewal of MLS designated player Ryan Gauld in Vancouver is so importantHere’s why the renewal of MLS designated player Ryan Gauld in Vancouver is so important
One more game remains in Inter Miami’s otherwise disastrous preseason tourOne more game remains in Inter Miami’s otherwise disastrous preseason tour
Africa Cup of Nations continues to have some MLS flairAfrica Cup of Nations continues to have some MLS flair

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