Dallas Burn take the belt

Dallas Burn beat San Jose Clash 1–0 at home to start reign 2 of the MLS belt, the 1st for the franchise.

San Jose Clash had held it since April 6, 1996, with 0 defenses over 8 days.

Dallas Burn held it for 7 days and 1 defense, then lost it to Colorado Rapids on April 21, 1996.