Philadelphia Union clinched the 2025 MLS Supporters' Shield with a decisive win over New York City FC, guaranteeing the league’s best regular season record and securing home-field advantage throughout the playoffs, as reported by MLS. Union’s turnaround under head coach Bradley Carnell, who joined this season after leading St. Louis, has been remarkable, with the club missing playoffs last year but now topping the table and qualifying for the 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup. Meanwhile, Lionel Messi produced a stunning performance for Inter Miami, delivering three assists in a 4-1 victory over New England Revolution, reaffirming his status as one of the game’s greats; highlights show Messi’s creativity and influence controlling the tempo from start to finish.

Other MLS action saw intense competition as Orlando City and Columbus Crew faced off in a closely contested fixture, while league news also notes Sergio Busquets being honored by Inter Miami ahead of his upcoming retirement. Expansion club San Diego FC set an MLS record for most points by a debut franchise, marking a historic achievement for the league.

On the U.S. national teams front, the focus turns to the upcoming friendlies and tournament qualifiers, but no new major player updates have emerged in the last day. The U.S. women’s soccer landscape has been lively at the college level, with the University of Washington upsetting previously undefeated and fourth-ranked UCLA to jump to the top of the Big Ten table, a defensive clinic highlighted by Jadyn Holdenried’s match-winner, according to Husky athletics. In the NWSL, the playoff race heats up, but the most recent notable results include dramatic draws with teams battling for critical points as the regular season winds down.

Internationally, coverage from European leagues like the Premier League, La Liga, and Serie A centers on league leaders increasing their margins and several rising stars making headlines, but no significant upsets or management controversies have arisen in the last day. That said, the buzz remains around Messi’s magic in MLS and Philadelphia’s impressive regular season campaign.

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