MLS Decision Day don come and go, and e bring plenty excitement for fans. On Saturday, October 19, two rounds of simultaneous games happen to determine playoff berths and postseason seeding. For example, LAFC beat San Jose 3-1, while FC Dallas take down Sporting KC 2-1, and Austin FC win Colorado Rapids 3-2.
In another match, LAFC edge Vancouver Whitecaps 2-1, thanks to a late goal from substitute Ilie Sanchez in the third minute of second-half stoppage time. This win help LAFC secure their position in the playoffs.
The 2024 MLS Cup Playoffs dey set to begin in late October, with the Wild Card round happening on Tuesday, October 22, and Wednesday, October 23. Round One will follow from Friday, October 25, to Sunday, November 10. The playoffs will continue with Conference Semi finals on Saturday, November 23, and Sunday, November 24, before the Conference Finals on Saturday, November 30, and Sunday, December 1. The MLS Cup final will take place on Saturday, December 7.
Teams like Inter Miami, LAFC, LA Galaxy, and Columbus Crew are already confirmed for the postseason. Inter Miami, led by Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez, dey eye the points record and are strong contenders for the MLS MVP award.
MLS also break attendance record this season, with over 11 million fans attending matches, showing the growing popularity of the league.
