Here is everything you need to know about MLS and North American soccer this morning:
Bounced and bummed
The Portland Timbers were left extremely frustrated by the 1-1 home draw against guests Saprissa that sealed their CONCACAF Champions League group stage elimination on Wednesday night.
A high note
Sporting Kansas City bowed out of the Champions League with a 3-1 rally win over visiting Central FC, which was fueled by star showings from some unexpected protagonists.
Post-op
It came as no surprise, but FC Dallas table-setter Mauro Diaz underwent successful Achilles surgery on Wednesday. As such, he will not be in uniform tonight when FCD try to seal advancement to the CONCACAF Champions League quarterfinals against Guatemalan hosts Suchitepéquez (8 pm ET on Facebook).
Returning hero
Colorado Rapids midfield ace Jermaine Jones is nearly ready to return from injury to give them a playoff boost. The Rapids will try to head into the playoffs with the No. 1 overall seed on Decision Day when they host Houston (4 pm ET, MLS LIVE).
Drogba dinged
Montreal star striker Didier Drogba missed training on Tuesday, reportedly due to back pain. His availability for Sunday's Decision Day regular season finale at New England (4 pm ET, MLS LIVE).
Happy Anniversary
It's been 20 years today that the first MLS Cup champion was crowned in a memorable and rainy final between the LA Galaxy and D.C. United. Interested in re-living the final? D.C. will be airing the championship match at 7 pm ET on their Facebook page.
Report cards
MLSsoccer.com's Andrew Wiebe has released his season grades for the entire Eastern Conference playoff field.
Recovery bay
The Philadelphia Union are hoping to have attacking aces Tranquillo Barnetta and C.J. Sapong (among others) fit in time for their Decision Day matchup against the New York Red Bulls (4 pm ET on MLS LIVE).
Start me up
LA Galaxy star Landon Donovan classifies his first start since returning from retirement as a quality run-out.
One to go...
New York Red Bulls playmaker Sacha Kljestan heads into the final week one assist away from becoming just the second MLS player to notch 20 helpers in a single season.
On the Mark
Toronto FC have inked midfielder Marky Delgado to a new deal.
Turn, turn, turnstiles
On Sunday, Major League Soccer has an excellent shot at breaking the league's average attendance record for the third straight year.
Good times
With Orlando City set to play their final game at Camping World Stadium (formerly called the Citrus Bowl), we've come up with the Lions' Top 10 moments in the building.
Rapids rumor
Across the pond, the Colorado Rapids are being linked with interest in Dundalk's Ireland attacker Darryl Horgan.
Free advice
We're here to help you select the best XI possible for the final week of MLS Fantasy Manager.
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