Miami Fusion take the belt

Miami Fusion beat Tampa Bay Mutiny 3–2 at home to start reign 58 of the MLS belt, the 3rd for the franchise.

Tampa Bay Mutiny had held it since July 24, 1999, with 0 defenses over 4 days.

Miami Fusion held it for 3 days and 0 defenses, then lost it to Columbus Crew on July 31, 1999.