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Ben Steiner

MLS Predictions: Top of Conference Battles, Lewandowski vs. Messi Highlight Matchday 25

The rush through the final third of the 2026 MLS season is upon us. After a thrilling 15-game weekend, the league returns for a 14-game midweek slate on Wednesday night, featuring star-studded battles and fixtures with major postseason implications.

In the Eastern Conference, Nashville SC hope to return to winning ways up against a suddenly hot Josh Sargent and Toronto FC, while Inter Miami and Chicago Fire battle for the No. 2 spot behind the Tennessee side. Meanwhile, the Western Conference sees the Vancouver Whitecaps clinging to the top of the table, and likely needing a strong result against an L.A. Galaxy side enjoying back-to-back victories.

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