As impressive as San Diego FC and Anders Dreyer were this year, I doubt they would’ve won Saturday’s MLS Cup final.

Because of Lionel Messi. He was too smart and skilled.

Expect San Diego FC leaders to create more playoff fun next year, but for now, I can’t pick the locals to repeat as Western Conference champs.

Because of Thomas Müller. He’s a force multiplier for Vancouver.

It’s great for SDFC, its fans and Major League Soccer that international stars Messi, 38, and Müller, 36, lifted the league’s entertainment level this year while also glowing up the championship match.

Producing his best soccer in three MLS seasons, Messi assisted a roster build-up, then orchestrated key moments of shared brilliance, earning Miami its first MLS Cup. His postseason performance was an ice water sho

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