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Fire Clinch Second Straight MLS Playoff Berth

CHICAGO — There were two very different results for Chicago Fire FC on Saturday night. On the field, the Fire lost 1-0 to the New England Revolution at Gillette Stadium. In the Eastern Conference playoff picture, Chicago secured a berth in the 2026 MLS Cup Playoffs, its second consecutive postseason appearance. The club returned home with no points from the match but with something far more consequential for its season: another chance to compete after the regular schedule ends.

Harris Starts Atlanta’s Three-Homer Path Past Philadelphia

Michael Harris II removed Atlanta's first uncertainty before the opening inning was over. With Ronald Acuña Jr. and Matt Olson aboard in the deciding Wild Card game, Harris homered to right-center. The Braves led Philadelphia 3–0, creating an advantage they never surrendered in a 6–2 victory on October 1.

Three Late Homers Keep Philadelphia’s Postseason Alive