D.C. United take the belt

D.C. United beat Columbus Crew 2–1 on the road to start reign 55 of the MLS belt, the 6th for the franchise.

Columbus Crew had held it since July 3, 1999, with 0 defenses over 3 days.

D.C. United held it for 3 days and 0 defenses, then lost it to Colorado Rapids on July 9, 1999.