Kick Off: Dallas back on top | RBNY controls East | Decision Day in sight

Greg Seltzer

Here is everything you need to know about MLS and North American soccer this morning:

Late, late show

Carlos Ruiz marked his return with a goal as FC Dallas reclaimed the league penthouse by rallying late for a 2-1 victory over guests Seattle. However, the North Texans were also left fretting over injuries suffered by key cogs Kellyn Acosta and Mauro Diaz.

Still in it

While they remain regretful over the dichotomy of their season, reigning MLS Cup champion Portland Timbers kept their title defense alive by knocking off Supporters' Shield leaders Colorado, 1-0.

Red Bulls charge

Bradley Wright-Phillips netted another brace to help the Red Bulls move closer to securing the top spot in the East with a 3-2 home win over Columbus.

Head of State

D.C. United boss Ben Olsen lavished praise on his squad in the aftermath of a 3-1 victory over visiting NYCFC.

Impact result

Ignacio Piatti led the way with a brace as Montreal clinched a playoff berth with a 2-2 home draw against Toronto FC. Yet much of the discourse revolved around Impact star Didier Drogba removing himself from the 18 after learning that he would not start the contest.

Rude guests

The LA Galaxy secured the No. 3 slot in the West with a 1-0 triumph at Houston.

Spoiler alert

After his Fire topped New England 2-1 to heavily damage the Revs' postseason chances, Chicago head coach Veljko Paunovic ranked it among their best showings of the season.

One to grow on

After watching his charges score a 2-0 victory at Philadelphia, Orlando City boss Jason Kreis declared that his side has a foundation to build around for next season.

Searching for a score

Real Salt Lake and Sporting KC both remain in search of a playoff clincher after battling to a scoreless draw at Rio Tinto Stadium. Elsewhere, San Jose and Vancouver posted an identical result at Avaya Stadium.

Join the Movement

New York City FC star David Villa has reportedly asked former Spain teammate Andres Iniesta to hop the pond to play at Yankee Stadium.

Home harvest

The Portland Timbers have inked another Homegrown Player in the person of defender Marco Farfan.

Welcome to the EPL

Bob Bradley says his first match in charge at Swansea City, a 3-2 loss at Arsenal, was exactly what he expected as a challenge. Despite the loss, Swans playmaker Gylfi Sigurdsson claims the team have already made strides under their new manager.

Export goals

Three Americans rang the bell in Europe over the weekend, starting with a terrific strike from Nottingham Forest's Eric Lichaj on Friday night. On Saturday, Daniel Williams bagged an equalizer for Reading and Bjorn Maars Johnsen opened his Hearts account with a late insurance tally.