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Matthew Doyle

Power Rankings, 1-30 | Matchday 1

Power Rankings, 1-30 | Matchday 1

I thought this was an astute and probably accurate take from Sam, who is the lead data guy for US Soccer (and was responding to this tweet of mine): Not directly related to this game but I have a theory that if all pundits had to re-do preseason predictions

LAFC send a message, Cincy shine without their star & more from Matchday 1

LAFC send a message, Cincy shine without their star & more from Matchday 1

Here we are, the first Sunday column of the year. And yes, as promised, this is the first column/coverage of any sort that’s going behind the paywall here at the Tactics Free Zone. For those who missed it, here’s the content plan as originally announced just under

My final, official 2026 MLS standings predictions (and thank you!)

My final, official 2026 MLS standings predictions (and thank you!)

When you're holding my feet to the fire after the season, use these

Ranking all 30 MLS teams by tier for 2026

Ranking all 30 MLS teams by tier for 2026

These are NOT the Power Rankings! They are way, way WAY MORE IMPORTANT!!!

Would you like to play a game? Rank all 30 new MLS kits

Would you like to play a game? Rank all 30 new MLS kits

A fun new game for people who desperately need to touch grass

2026 Predictions: MVP, Defender of the Year and more

2026 Predictions: MVP, Defender of the Year and more

I'm definitely going to get these 100% correct

My first Power Rankings vote of the 2026 MLS season

My first Power Rankings vote of the 2026 MLS season

We're back, baby! Time to rank the POWER!!!