Griezmann's sensational debut, LAFC's next gear & more from Matchday 17

Key Points:

• Antoine Griezmann and Eduard Atuesta led a revitalized performance for the Lions in Matchday 17, with Griezmann scoring and creating five chances and Atuesta providing a hat trick of assists, signaling a turnaround from their earlier defensive struggles.
• LAFC secured a 3-1 home victory over Real Salt Lake, powered by Son Heung-Min’s goal and assist, marking their third consecutive win and boosting Son’s confidence after a disappointing World Cup for South Korea.
• Inter Miami overcame an early own goal by goalkeeper Rocco Ríos Novo to win 3-2 against Chicago Fire FC, with key contributions from Germán Berterame, Luis Suárez, and young Preston Plambeck, despite resting stars Lionel Messi and Rodrigo De Paul.
• FC Cincinnati edged out Vancouver Whitecaps FC 4-3 in a high-scoring match, with notable performances from their Brazilian playmaker and Pavel Bucha, while Vancouver’s Sebastian Berhalter and Thomas Müller were absent amid transfer rumors and coaching decisions.
• St. Louis CITY SC continued their resurgence with a 3-1 away win over LA Galaxy, highlighted by Marcel Hartel’s goal and two assists, contrasting with Seattle Sounders' struggles as they extend a losing streak to four games following defeats to Portland Timbers and Austin FC.