Didier Drogba Scores Another Pinpoint Free Kick vs. Colorado Rapids

Didier Drogba continues to tear up MLS since moving from Chelsea in the summer, scoring via a free kick as Montreal Impact took on Colorado on Saturday night. The Ivory Coast veteran could scarcely have hit the latest free kick any better, and the scale of his achievements were summed up neatly on Twitter by his club: Didier #Drogba: 9 goals in 9 games 6 goals in last 6 games A goal in 5 of last 6 games Already 7th all-time with #IMFC in #MLS — Impact de Montréal (@impactmontreal) October 10, 2015 [@Ben_Jata] Read more MLS news on BleacherReport.com

Didier Drogba Puts off NY Red Bulls Penalty Taker with Mind Games

Looks like Didier Drogba learned a thing or two during his time working with Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho.The Chelsea legend is playing MLS football for Montreal Impact and used some of Mourinho's famous mind games to put off an opposing striker before his penalty kick.Drogba seemed pretty happy with himself after New York Red Bulls' Sacha Kljestan produced a fairly weak penalty, nodding and grinning at the bench.It was to no avail, though, as Montreal lost the match 2-1, despite Drogba scoring a penalty of his own.[YouTube: Major League Soccer; h/t Dirty Tackle]Read more MLS news on BleacherReport.com

MLS Power Rankings: New York Red Bulls and FC Dallas Rise After Week 31

Three teams have officially qualified for the playoffs after last weekend's MLS games. FC Dallas, D.C. United and the New York Red Bulls are the teams to have clinched a postseason spot, but they have bigger aspirations. Dallas and New York were both victorious, and in doing so, bolstered their chances of winning the Supporters' Shield.  The Los Angeles Galaxy failed to defeat the Seattle Sounders, which means a new No. 1 will be named in this week's power rankings. As always, the teams will be graded on the following criteria: Quality of opponent and performance Recent form beyond the last week Key absences Current standing Remaining games in hand (if applicable) Here's where every team stands following Week 31.Begin Slideshow

MLS Player Rankings: Wondolowski, Larin Rise, 7 Players Debut After Week 31

A week after the biggest names in Major League Soccer lit the back of the net on fire, very few came up with goals to start the final month of the regular season. Only four of the top-10 players in our MLS Player Rankings were able to score in Week 31. Two of those players were Chris Wondolowski and Cyle Larin. Thanks to their efforts in front of goal, the pair of forwards jumped the most spots this week.  Beneath the stars in the top-10 positions, seven new faces added their respective names to the list following a weekend that left few things settled in both playoff races.  Our player rankings take into account form over the last four matches with the player's most recent performance holding more stock than the other three. Continue reading to see who landed where in the latest edition of the MLS Player Rankings.Begin Slideshow

Seattle Sounders Fans Get Married in the Stands at Half-Time vs. LA Galaxy

Two fans confirmed their mutual admiration for Seattle Sounders and each other by getting married at half-time during the Sounders' draw with LA Galaxy on Sunday. The couple enjoyed a quick ceremony in the stands before posing with the Supporters' Shield, given to the Major League Soccer team with the best regular season record. 1st Half : Fiancé 2nd Half : Husband Thanks to everyone who helped make this happen (and my new wife, @Bridges_16) pic.twitter.com/JQbL7ze0gR — Matt Banks (@MLDBanks) October 5, 2015 Congratulations to the happy couple! [h/t mlssoccer.com, YouTube: Tom Conquergood]Read more MLS news on BleacherReport.com

MLS Team of the Week: FC Dallas Trio, Chicago Fire Pair Star in Week 31

The first weekend of action in October in Major League Soccer produced a sliver of clarity in a league known for its parity.  FC Dallas became the first team to clinch a playoff spot out of the Western Conference on Sunday, and the Hoops did it dominant fashion as they trounced rival Houston 4-1 in the Texas derby.  Oscar Pareja's side may have had the most dominant showing of the weekend, but the Hoops were unable to leapfrog the LA Galaxy in the Supporters' Shield race as Bruce Arena's team drew 1-1 in Seattle to secure their spot in the postseason.  Over in the Eastern Conference, last-place Chicago stole all the headlines with a 3-1 win over New England, while D.C. United recovered from a brutal losing streak with a win over New York City FC that put them into the playoffs. Because of the strong performances put in by FC Dallas and Chicago, they are two of the three clubs represented by more than one player in the latest MLS Team of the Week. We shaped this week's team in a 3-4-3 formation in order to include three impressive center backs and a wealth of attackers. Continue reading to see who landed a spot in ...

Frank Lampard Scores Inside 1 Minute in New York City Defeat to DC United

Frank Lampard scored inside one minute for New York City FC in their defeat to DC United on Friday night. The former Chelsea midfielder reacted quickest after David Villa's initial shot was blocked, firing home the rebound in somewhat unconvincing fashion after just 48 seconds. His strike, the quickest in the short history of NYC, wasn't enough for the visitors, however, with Fabian Espindola grabbing an equaliser and Alvaro Saborio finding an injury-time winner for the hosts. Lampard had been substituted before the late comeback at RFK Stadium. [Twitter]Read more MLS news on BleacherReport.com

Ultimate Guide to MLS Weekend: Who Wants to Win the Supporters’ Shield?

With one month remaining in the Major League Soccer regular season, very few things have been settled in the playoff race.  In the Eastern Conference, six clubs have separated themselves from the pack. Montreal should secure the sixth and final playoff berth since it still has two games in hand on seventh-place Orlando City. However, where each of the six sides end up remains to be determined.  Out in the Western Conference, the LA Galaxy became the first team to reach 50 points with a victory over FC Dallas on Sunday. Beneath them, seven clubs have seven points between them after the chaos in Week 30.  One race that was not provided any clarity during the final weekend of September was the contest for the Supporters' Shield. The Galaxy catapulted into the lead for the league's best record with their win over FC Dallas after the New York Red Bulls, New England, Columbus and Vancouver all slipped up at home. Although the Galaxy sit atop the Supporters' Shield table entering Week 31, they do not have the easiest path to the trophy. Bruce Arena's team has to travel to Seattle on Sunday before hosting Portland and a making a trip to Sporting Park on the final ...