It’s Monday, of MLS The action is back, and it’s time for ESPN’s Power Rankings.
Which team looks the strongest? Which one is for a long year? Our writers studied the action from Match Day 7 to prepare this week’s order. Let’s dive in.
Previous ranking: 3
The Caps dominated NYCFC en route to a 2-0 win on Saturday. Dangerous chances began to arise from jumps, and based on the best xG differential in MLS American football analysis‘ Data, Vancouver looks to be the team to beat.
Previous ranking: 1
A look at Tuesday’s meeting cruz azul At the Concacaf Champions Cup, Marc dos Santos made drastic changes to his lineup, resulting in a 2–1 loss to Portland. LAFC’s first defeat of the MLS campaign won’t bother them as long as they continue to advance in continental play.
Previous ranking: 2
Although she would have liked to beat Charlotte without missing two penalties, which was a great save brian schwake And clinical finishing helped Nashville still win 2–1. That BJ Callaghan can rotate his team and still win games is testament to the depth of the Music City side.
Previous ranking: 4
still without injured timo wernerSan Jose took care of business with a 3–1 win at Kansas City. 20 year old attacking midfielder Nico Tsakiris Earthquakes continued to impress, getting an assist on the equaliser.
Previous ranking: 5
After a 2-2 draw with the Red Bulls, Inter Miami are still looking for their first win at the Nu Stadium. He German Bertram Scoring his first MLS goal is a positive sign, but consistency is still lacking for last year’s MLS Cup champions.
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Inter Miami vs Red Bulls New York: Game Highlights
Inter Miami vs Red Bulls New York: Game Highlights
Previous ranking: 6
Originally scheduled to face Salt Lake on Saturday, the Sounders enjoyed a bye weekend after the match was postponed. His entire focus will be on finding a way to return to the competition. Tiger Wednesday in CONCACAF play.
Previous ranking: 9
Since its match with Seattle was postponed, Salt Lake got a bye weekend. It will have a chance to enjoy a better-than-expected start in 2026.
Previous ranking: 13
Even without the injured star striker hugo cuppersThe Fire picked up another win on Saturday by beating Atalanta 1-0. Maren Haile-SelassieDeployed as the number 9 in Cuypers’ absence, he scored the game-winning goal in the first half and helped extend the team’s winning streak to three.
Previous ranking: 7
San Diego continues to shoot itself in the foot. Christopher McVeyThe departure with a 2-1 loss to Minnesota marked the fourth consecutive game in which SDFC finished the game with fewer than 11 players. Constantly shorthanded, the second-year ensemble is making life more difficult than it needs to be.
Previous ranking: 12
Keep shining for young New York: Striker julian hall Picked up a pair of assists and defensive midfielders Adri Mehmeti Scored a goal in a 2-2 draw at Miami on Saturday. The teen wasn’t intimidated by even MLS’s most star-studded outfit.
Previous ranking: 11
Back in a familiar 3-4-3 setup, Minnesota took full advantage of its physical advantage over San Diego in a 2-1 win. Both of the Loons’ goals came after direct crosses into the box – Minnesota United still poses more threat from those balls than any other team in MLS.
Previous ranking: 8
With an approach reminiscent of the defense-first tactical setup Eric Quill used to end 2025, Dallas failed to protect its lead despite only having 41% possession against St. Louis. outcome? FCD conceded an equalizing goal in the second half and had to settle for a 1-1 draw at home.
Previous ranking: 10
NYCFC traveled across the continent for Saturday’s match with Vancouver, and it seemed as if the visitors never got off the plane. New York City were second best from the first minute and were lucky to only escape a 2–0 defeat.
Previous ranking: 22
The Rapids cruised to a 6–2 win over Houston, stymieing the visitors and taking over with ease. Matt Wells’ team continues to impress as perhaps the surprise team of the 2026 season.
Previous ranking: 16
The joy from Galaxy’s 2-1 win over Austin was tempered by this. marco reis Left the field in the second half due to injury. If Reus can’t go against Concacaf Champions Cup Toluca On Wednesday, it’s hard to imagine L.A. closing its two-goal differential.
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Austin FC vs. LA Galaxy – Game Highlights
Watch game highlights from Austin FC vs. LA Galaxy, 04/11/2026
Previous ranking: 14
If not then for the missed penalty. idan toklomatiCharlotte would have scored a point at home against a heavily rotated Nashville team. Instead, they lost 2–1 to Eastern Conference rivals and managed only six non-penalty shots. It was not a good day for Dean Smith’s team.
Previous ranking: 15
missing playwright Djordje Mihailovic Because of a pelvic stress fracture, Toronto struggled to create chances in Saturday’s 1-1 draw with Cincinnati. Robin Fraser to work on platform Josh Sargent And the rest of his attack took place in Mihailovic’s absence.
Previous ranking: 17
St. Louis played out a controlled 1-1 draw at Dallas. Yoann Demet’s side didn’t create a lot of chances, but they weren’t particularly weak at the back either. Saturday’s result was another building block for St. Louis City.
Previous ranking: 21
The Timbers picked up their first win since opening day on Saturday, defeating the LAFC team by a score of 2–1. thanks for doing kevin kelseyA 96th-minute winner, Phil Neville and Portland can enjoy a much-needed boost as the club’s best lineup begins to come into focus.
Previous ranking: 19
Yet with only one win this season, Austin lost all three points in a 2–1 defeat to the Galaxy at home. Its offense continues to look sluggish due to the lack of true creative talent, and it’s not too early to wonder if 2026 is already moving away from this team.
Previous ranking: 17
Make it four consecutive games with a player sent off for Cincinnati, which looked disappointing in a 1-1 draw at Toronto. from a late equalizer kenzie mboma dame helped to shade Kevin DenkyDouble yellow, but unanswered questions continue to surround this team.
Previous ranking: 20
The Dynamo have allowed at least four goals in two of their last three games, following a 6-2 loss to the Rapids. This is the cause for concern. With a press that is easy to play through and a lack of steady box defense, Houston’s defensive problems are real.
Previous ranking: 25
It wasn’t pretty, but the Revs picked up a 1-0 home win over DC. After taking the lead in the first half, New England struggled to protect it with a committed defense and earned all three points as a result.
Previous ranking: 23
Good? Columbus picked up a point in a 1-1 draw with Orlando on Sunday. bad? it lost the star Wessam Abu Ali Due to an apparent knee injury along the way. The striker was stretchered off in the first half and will leave a huge hole in an already struggling attack if he misses much time.
Previous ranking: 24
DC’s attack never really got going in the 1–0 loss in New England, lacking two of its designated players to start the game due to injuries. Ball progression and chance creation remain key issues for Rene Weiler’s side.
Previous ranking: 29
Union finally managed to get a result for the first time in the 2026 regular season, defeating Montreal by a score of 2-1 on Saturday. With a favorable upcoming schedule, a win could start a streak.
Previous ranking: 26
The 1-1 draw in Columbus was a refreshing change for Orlando after conceding at least four goals in four of its previous five games before Sunday’s matchup with the Crew. There’s still a lot of work to be done, but a solid defensive outing is at least something to cling to.
Previous ranking: 27
Atlanta lost 1–0 due to defensive instability in Chicago. Although the scoreline was close, the visitors allowed 13 shots from inside lucas hoyos‘The box needs to find a way towards more staunch defence.
Previous ranking: 28
Despite taking the lead in the first half, SKC conceded three unanswered goals and lost 3–1 to San Jose at home. After two losses to the Quakes already this year, Kansas City will be glad to not see the California team on the remainder of its schedule.
Previous ranking: 30
Last year, Montreal fired manager Laurent Courtois five games into the season. This year, at least the club gave Marco Donadale seven games before firing him? Montreal breaks ties with Donadale Following a 2–1 loss to Philadelphia in their home opener. Anarchy continues to prevail in the club.
