MetroStars take the belt

MetroStars beat Chicago Fire 2–0 at home to start reign 85 of the MLS belt, the 5th for the franchise.

Chicago Fire had held it since September 21, 2000, with 1 defense over 8 days.

MetroStars held it for 6 days and 0 defenses, then lost it to Chicago Fire on October 5, 2000.