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Winners & Losers: Miami get lucky, NYCFC's Jansen in spotlight

Inter Miami won, Nashville made history, and a load of Western Conference playoff spots are up for grabs ahead of decision day

The Rondo: Can Messi and Miami go back-to-back?

From the race for MLS Cup to the league’s rising stars and 2027 Sprint Season, GOAL’s writers break down the biggest storylines.

Messi provides magic touch as Miami clinch 2026 MLS playoff spot in NYCFC win

Inter Miami have secured their place in the 2026 MLS play-offs following a comfortable 2-0 victory against New York City FC at Nu Stadium. Goals from Germán Berterame and Rodrigo De Paul, alongside a touch of magic from Lionel Messi, ensured the Herons continued their strong form under new management.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
9	Orlando City	33	12	7	14	62	78	-16	43	L D D W D
10	Red Bull New York	33	11	6	16	45	62	-17	39	L L W L L
11	New York City FC	33	9	12	12	48	45	3	39	D W D D L
12	Toronto FC	33	9	12	12	51	63	-12	39	L W L W D
13	Atlanta United	33	9	6	18	43	57	-14	33	W L L L W

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