Playoff Scenarios: Four spots remain as Decision Day looms near

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After 32 matches (33 for two teams), eight of the 12 spots in the 2018 Audi MLS Cup Playoffs are claimed. Here are the scenarios for the remaining four spots — plus the keen Supporters' Shield battle between Atlanta United and the New York Red Bulls — heading into a full slate of weekend matches. 


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Playoff Scenarios: Four spots remain as Decision Day looms near - DC

D.C. United


D.C. United clinched a berth in the Audi 2018 MLS Cup Playoffs with a win over NYCFC.


  • ✓ D.C. United win vs. NYCFC
  • – OR –
  • Montreal Impact lose vs. Toronto FC
  • – OR –
  • D.C. United tie vs. NYCFC and ...
  • Montreal Impact tie vs. Toronto FC




Portland Timbers


Portland Timbers clinched a berth in the Audi 2018 MLS Cup Playoffs with 3-0 win over Real Salt Lake.


  • ✓ Portland Timbers win or tie vs. Real Salt Lake
  • – OR –
  • LA Galaxy lose or tie vs. Minnesota United



Playoff Scenarios: Four spots remain as Decision Day looms near - VAN

Vancouver Whitecaps


Vancouver Whitecaps were eliminated from playoff contention after a 2-2 draw with LAFC.


  • ✓ Vancouver Whitecaps lose or tie vs. LAFC
  • – OR –
  • Real Salt Lake win or tie vs. Portland Timbers