West's final playoff spots, East craziness & more from Decision Day

Key Points:

• The 2026 MLS regular season concluded with dramatic Decision Day matches, determining playoff spots and seedings in both conferences, leading into the Wild Card round starting November 19.
• Real Salt Lake secured a 2-1 win over LA Galaxy, extending their postseason streak to five years, while LA Galaxy experienced a second consecutive underwhelming season despite high-profile summer signings.
• Columbus Crew clinched a crucial 4-3 injury-time victory over Chicago Fire, moving from ninth to seventh place and earning a Wild Card matchup against Inter Miami, led by Lionel Messi.
• In the Eastern Conference, FC Cincinnati will face Orlando City in the Wild Card after the Lions edged New England on a tiebreaker, with Antoine Griezmann playing a pivotal role in Orlando's playoff push.
• Inter Miami's inconsistent performance was highlighted by a 3-3 draw with Charlotte FC, raising concerns ahead of the playoffs despite maintaining second place in the East, while San Jose Earthquakes secured a top-four Western Conference finish and will host Houston Dynamo in the postseason.