Overview

• Columbus Crew lead the MLS group standings with seven points and a +3 goal differential after Max Arfsten’s 52nd-minute strike secured a 1-0 win over Club León.
• Los Angeles FC hold the fourth and final MLS knockout berth following David Martinez’s brace in a 2-1 victory against Tigres UANL.
• Inter Miami must navigate Wednesday’s match against Pumas UNAM at Chase Stadium without Lionel Messi, who was ruled out with a minor upper-right muscle injury.
• Phase One of the Leagues Cup wraps up on August 6–7, with the top four teams from each league advancing to cross-league quarterfinal matchups.
• Matches are televised on FS1 and streamed via Apple TV’s MLS Season Pass and Fubo, underscoring the tournament’s expanding broadcast partnerships.