Belt game 85 · May 19, 1998
Chicago Fire take the belt
Chicago Fire beat LA Galaxy 3–1 at home to start reign 36 of the MLS belt, the 1st for the franchise.
LA Galaxy had held it since March 27, 1998, with 7 defenses over 53 days.
Chicago Fire held it for 50 days and 9 defenses, then lost it to Columbus Crew on July 8, 1998.
36Reign number
1Team's reign
9Defenses
50Days held