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The rivalries that decided the MLS belt
The five pairs of franchises that have met most often with the belt on the line.
No two franchises have fought over the MLS belt more often than these.
1. FC Dallas vs. LA Galaxy
22 belt meetings between 1997 and 2021, 15 title changes. Belt series: Dallas 8, Galaxy 11, 3 ties. Every meeting →
2. Chicago Fire vs. New England Revolution
18 belt meetings between 1998 and 2025, 11 title changes. Belt series: Chicago 8, New England 7, 3 ties. Every meeting →
3. LA Galaxy vs. San Jose Earthquakes
17 belt meetings between 1996 and 2023, 11 title changes. Belt series: Galaxy 6, San Jose 8, 3 ties. Every meeting →
4. Colorado Rapids vs. LA Galaxy
17 belt meetings between 1996 and 2019, 5 title changes. Belt series: Colorado 6, Galaxy 8, 3 ties. Every meeting →
5. D.C. United vs. New York Red Bulls
17 belt meetings between 1997 and 2016, 3 title changes. Belt series: D.C. United 8, Red Bulls 2, 7 ties. Every meeting →