Here is everything you need to know about MLS and North American soccer this morning:
Who will make it?
With four teams fighting for three spots in the Audi 2016 MLS Cup Playoffs on Sunday, Sam Stejskal handicaps the last lap of the playoff race.
Extra, extra!
With Decision Day looming, we've compiled the storylines you should watch.
The big question
With star playmaker Mauro Diaz reportedly set to miss time due to an injury picked up on Sunday vs. Seattle, FOXSoccer.com wonders if FC Dallas still have what it takes to win the treble.
Honor roll
Red-hot D.C. United were the only club to place two players on our MLSsoccer.com Team of the Week for Week 33.
A matching pair?
After hitting a brace on the weekend, New York Red Bulls strike ace Bradley Wright-Phillips is closing on his second Golden Boot.
Ouch, ouch, ouch
Armchair Analyst Matt Doyle looks back at Week 33 and sees plenty of impact injuries.
Love hurts
Vancouver co-owner Jeff Mallett says he feels the fans' pain after the Whitecaps missed the playoffs.
Ones to grow on
With MLS growing at a rapid rate, Commissioner Don Garber tells German outlet Kicker that the league is less dependent on European stars, but will continue to recruit big names and up-and-comers.
Footsteps to follow
Whether Bob Bradley wishes to dwell on his status as the first American manager in one of Europe's top leagues or not, MLS coaches like RBNY's Jesse Marsch appreciate that he may be opening doors for them.
The Sigi show
FOX Sports analyst Alexi Lalas has an interesting one-hour interview with ex-Seattle boss Sigi Schmid on The Mutant Gene podcast.
Making plans
Columbus Crew SC have begun strategic planning for a new stadium.
Not just yet
Though Minnesota United are primed to join MLS next season, they still have unfinished NASL business this year.
Rare breed
Colorado netminder Tim Howard says young USMNT teammate Christian Pulisic is an abnormal prospect.
Game on
Major League Soccer and EA Sports have inked a new five-year partnership deal.
Fashion plates
Who is the best dressed coach in MLS? We're about to find out this week as a new bracket launches later today. Here's how it's going to work.
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