MLS USMNT Recap (weekend of October 10): Canadian Classique plays pivotal role in playoff chase, others holding on

Major League Soccer regular season action over the weekend of October 10 featured pivotal playoff race shifts involving USMNT pool players. In the Canadian Classique, Toronto FC secured a late 2-1 victory over CF Montreal, with Lewis Morgan scoring the equalizer and Djordje Mihailovic netting the winner. Meanwhile, the Chicago Fire pushed New York City FC out of the playoff places with a home victory at Soldier Field.

Elsewhere, the Philadelphia Union extended their MLS unbeaten streak to 13 matches with a 2-1 win over Real Salt Lake, featuring assists from Cavan Sullivan and Frankie Westfield. Red Bull New York dominated San Diego FC 4-1 with an opening goal from Julian Hall, while Nashville SC defeated Austin FC 4-1 with Brian Schwake in goal. St. Louis City also extended their undefeated run in a rout over the LA Galaxy.