Playoff Scenarios: How six different teams can clinch berths

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MLS will return to action this weekend after a busy midweek slate, with seven different teams – Columbus, New York, Kansas City, Portland, Seattle and Vancouver – having a chance to clinch their berth in the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs. While plenty of teams will be battling to secure a playoff place, Toronto FC will again have a chance to clinch the Supporters' Shield with a win on Saturday against the Red Bulls or with a loss or draw combined with a variety of different results.  


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Columbus Crew SC


Columbus Crew SC will clinch a berth in the Audi 2017 MLS Cup Playoffs if:




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Philadelphia Union


Philadelphia Union are eliminated from playoff contention if:




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Seattle Sounders


Seattle Sounders will clinch a berth in the Audi 2017 MLS Cup Playoffs if:


  • Seattle Sounders FC win vs. Philadelphia Union on Sunday and either ...
    • ✓ Real Salt Lake tie or lose vs. LA Galaxy on Saturday OR
    • Houston Dynamo lose vs. Minnesota United FC on Saturday



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Toronto FC


Toronto FC will clinch the Supporters’ Shield if:




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Vancouver Whitecaps FC


Vancouver Whitecaps FC will clinch a berth in the Audi 2017 MLS Cup Playoffs if:


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