D.C. United take the belt

D.C. United beat Columbus Crew 2–1 at home to start reign 60 of the MLS belt, the 7th for the franchise.

Columbus Crew had held it since July 31, 1999, with 1 defense over 13 days.

D.C. United held it for 53 days and 7 defenses, then lost it to Tampa Bay Mutiny on October 5, 1999.