Real Salt Lake squeaked out a tight 1-0 win over Houston Dynamo thanks to William Agada’s first-half strike. The home team had to weather some late pressure, but held firm to secure all three points in a gritty performance.

Editor’s Note: This might not be a flashy headline, but it’s a big deal for RSL—narrow wins like this can make or break playoff positioning. For Houston, it’s another frustrating night where they couldn’t turn pressure into points. Agada’s goal could be a confidence booster for him and the squad as they push deeper into the season.

Calvin Harris was the star of the show as the Colorado Rapids cruised to a 3-0 victory over the Vancouver Whitecaps. He kicked things off with a slick goal in the 12th minute and later set up another, proving he’s got both scoring and playmaking chops. Goalkeeper Zack Steffen also did his part with a couple of key saves to keep Vancouver off the board.

Editor’s Note: This isn’t just another win for Colorado—it’s a statement. Harris stepping up like this could be a turning point for the Rapids’ season, especially if he keeps this form. For Vancouver, though, it’s a rough night that’ll have them rethinking their defensive strategy. MLS fans love a standout performance, and Harris delivered.

It was one of those games where the keepers stole the show—New England and Austin FC battled to a 0-0 draw, with both teams wasting chances and the goalkeepers making clutch saves to keep things level.

Editor’s Note: For soccer fans, this was a classic defensive grind. While scoreless draws can feel frustrating, they highlight how crucial goalkeepers are—sometimes a stalemate isn't about lack of offense, but brilliant last-line defending. For both teams, it’s a mixed result: a point on the road isn’t bad for New England, but Austin will rue missed chances at home.

The Seattle Sounders came out swinging with three goals in the first half, thanks in part to Albert Rusnak’s standout performance (a goal and an assist). Sporting Kansas City fought back hard in the second half, but the Sounders managed to cling to their lead for a narrow 3-2 victory on the road.

Editor’s Note: This win keeps the Sounders in a strong position as playoff races heat up, while Sporting KC’s late rally—though impressive—wasn’t enough to salvage the game. For fans, it’s another reminder that no lead is truly safe in MLS, where comebacks are always lurking.

Orlando City is heading into Saturday’s match against struggling CF Montreal with a major handicap—they’ll be missing their starting goalkeeper, Pedro Gallese, and their captain (likely a key defender). Even though Montreal’s been in rough shape lately, Orlando’s lineup gaps could turn what should be a straightforward game into a real challenge.

Editor’s Note: Injuries and absences can flip the script in sports, even when one team’s clearly underperforming. For Orlando fans, this raises questions about how the squad will hold up without two critical players. For Montreal, it’s a glimmer of hope in what’s been a tough season. Either way, it’s a reminder that soccer’s unpredictable—especially when key pieces are missing.