Between a Supporters’ Shield winner being crowned, an expansion team making history, and stars returning to the fold, this past weekend’s slate had it all.

Let's explore some of the most interesting things we learned during Matchday 38. If you want to read up on other key moments in detail, check out Matt Doyle’s latest column .

Onwards. 1 Philadelphia Union win the Shield playing their way

"Last year, we were not playing in transition. We were more or less prone to playing a boring possession style."

That's Philadelphia sporting director Ernst Tanner talking about his regrets from the 2024 season, one where the Union missed the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs for the first time since he took charge of the front office. It's well-covered that Tanner and former head coach Jim Curtin had

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