It was another week of big-time performances from MLS's rising stars, with several making contributions that could prove vital in the Audi 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs race.

Here's who made the cut for our latest edition of Young Players of the Matchday.

CJ Fodrey Forward · Austin FC

After scoring a dramatic game-winner in Minnesota to clinch Austin FC 's spot in the US Open Cup final, Fodrey conjured up some more late-game heroics at the expense of visiting Seattle Sounders FC .

The 21-year-old former MLS NEXT Pro standout followed those USOC theatrics with a headed assist on Myrto Uzuni 's 96th-minute game-winner at Q2 Stadium, giving the Verde a 2-1 win and a critical three points.

Frankie Westfield Midfielder · Philadelphia Union

Philadelphia 's 19-year-old

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