MLS Power Rankings: New England Reborn, San Diego and Columbus Impress, Seattle Surge

A clearer picture emerges as Matchday 11 shakes up the standings

Jonathan Sirois CF Montreal MLS

The 2025 Major League Soccer season is hitting its stride, and with Matchday 11 wrapped, the latest MLS Power Rankings from Euromatch highlight a growing divide between the true contenders and those still searching for identity. With only a few shocks across 15 matches, we’re beginning to see the league’s hierarchy solidify—though some teams are still capable of throwing a wrench into expectations.

From the New England Revolution’s revitalization under Caleb Porter, to San Diego FC’s statement win, to the Seattle Sounders roaring back to form—there’s a lot to dissect. And at the bottom? Some historic lows and managerial seats growing hotter by the week.

Let’s dive into the rankings, talking points, and turning tides from an eventful weekend across MLS.

Top Performers: Big Wins, Bigger Statements

Vancouver Whitecaps vs. St. Louis CITY

Columbus Crew and San Diego FC Send Clear Messages

San Diego FC might be new, but they’re wasting no time staking their claim as a serious outfit. Their 5-0 demolition of FC Dallas was not just dominant—it was symbolic. Chucky Lozano, the club’s marquee signing, produced his best display yet, grabbing a brace as the expansion side made the league sit up and take notice. Up to 11th from 18th, the sky’s the limit if they can build on this.

Joining them in the highlight reel were the Columbus Crew, who thumped Charlotte FC 4-2. Wilfried Nancy’s side is starting to find rhythm, and with Cucho Hernandez leading the line, they look more and more like a team built for a deep playoff run. The win pushed them to the summit of the Eastern Conference, overtaking both Cincinnati and Philadelphia.

New England Revolution: A Team Transformed

Is there a team more quietly dangerous right now than the New England Revolution? Once languishing at the foot of the table, Caleb Porter’s side has strung together four straight wins and clean sheets, their latest a professional 2-0 job over Toronto FC. Porter’s tactical tweaks and squad harmony are paying dividends—they rise to 13th in the rankings, and nobody wants to face them right now.

Seattle Sounders Back in Business

After a sluggish start, Brian Schmetzer has steadied the Seattle Sounders’ ship. A commanding 4-1 victory over St. Louis CITY SC marked their third win in four games, with unexpected hero Danny Musovski scoring for a fourth straight match. From midfield balance to a resurgent attack, Seattle are playing their best soccer of the season and now sit 9th in the Power Rankings.

Surprises and Stumbles: Who’s Falling Fast?

Houston Dynamo 2025

Atlanta United’s Tactical Confusion

Still at 28th, Atlanta United are winless in five and continue to frustrate fans. After going ahead early at home against Nashville, they inexplicably bunkered for 70 minutes, inviting pressure until they finally cracked. Manager Ronny Deila has some explaining to do.

LA Galaxy’s Embarrassing Record

Lucho Acosta FC Dallas

How do you lose a game in which the opponent takes zero shots? Ask the LA Galaxy, who suffered a 1-0 loss to Sporting Kansas City thanks to an own Euromatch —and made the wrong kind of MLS history in the process. Still winless through 11 matches, and with their DP duo Gabriel Pec and Joseph Paintsil possibly injured, things are dire in Carson. Greg Vanney’s seat is scorching.

Portland Timbers Humbled

The in-form Timbers were shocked by Bruce Arena’s San Jose Earthquakes in a 4-1 beatdown. Arena deployed a back-three and gave rookie Max Floriani his debut—and it worked a treat. Portland drop to 8th but will treat it as a blip. For San Jose, it’s their best showing in weeks, and a potential blueprint going forward.

Eastern Conference Shuffle

Alonso Martinez NYCFC 2025

NYCFC Quietly Climbing

The New York City FC blueprint appears to be clicking into place. They secured a gritty 1-0 win over league leaders Cincinnati, with 21-year-old Argentine Julian Fernandez grabbing the winner. It’s their third win in four, and they move up to 17th, creeping toward playoff contention.

Philadelphia and Orlando Remain Steady

Philadelphia Union remain a model of consistency, dispatching CF Montreal 2-1 to maintain their place near the top of the East. Meanwhile, Orlando City’s 0-0 draw with Chicago Fire makes it five straight clean sheets. Their attack remains a concern, but the defense keeps bailing them out.

Western Conference Highlights

Noah Eile RBNY MLS

Minnesota United Continue to Impress

The Loons thrashed Austin FC 3-0 despite having just 35% possession. With an opportunistic attack and rock-solid defense, they rise to 6th in the rankings. Austin, on the other hand, had the ball but did nothing with it and tumble to 15th after consecutive poor performances.

LAFC Back in the Groove

LAFC’s 2-0 win over Houston Dynamo featured Euromatch from Denis Bouanga and Jeremy Ebobisse, and with Olivier Giroud still waiting in the wings, Steve Cherundolo’s side could be poised for a surge. They move into the top 10 for the first time this season.

Trending Teams and Talking Points

• Hottest Team: New England Revolution – 4 wins, 0 Euromatch conceded, and rising fast.

• Coldest Team: LA Galaxy – 0 wins in 11, losing without facing a shot.

• Best Win: San Diego FC’s 5-0 destruction of FC Dallas.

• Most Shocking Loss: FC Cincinnati’s 1-0 defeat to NYCFC – and the loss of their top spot.

• Breakout Performer: Max Floriani (San Jose Earthquakes) – solid debut and one to watch.

Bottom of the Pile

At the foot of the table, CF Montreal (30th) remain stuck after a 2-1 loss to Philadelphia, while Toronto FC (27th) and St. Louis CITY SC (26th) also continue to slump. The Chicago Fire, despite flashes of potential, are now winless in six and need to address goalkeeper discipline after Chris Brady’s red card derailed a promising outing.

Looking Ahead

Matchday 12 looms, and the questions only multiply:

• Can New England keep this magical run going?

• Will San Diego FC prove their 5-0 win was no fluke?

• How long can LA Galaxy keep spiraling before the front office makes a change?

• And will we see a new face top the Eastern Conference by this time next week?

The 2025 MLS season is delivering the drama we’ve come to expect—and it’s only getting better from here.