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Nashville SC, San Jose Earthquakes, and Inter Miami in crucial MLS matches

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 7:24 PM

Last updated Sep 17, 2026

Nashville SC, San Jose Earthquakes, and Inter Miami in crucial MLS matches

Summary

Matchday 27 in MLS features several key matchups. San Jose Earthquakes will host LAFC on Saturday at 7:30 pm ET, both teams vying for a top-four spot in the Western Conference. Nashville SC, leading the Supporters' Shield standings, could clinch a playoff berth against Chicago Fire FC at 9:30 pm ET. Inter Miami CF, fresh from their Campeones Cup victory, will face San Diego FC on Sunday at 7 pm ET as they aim to maintain pressure at the top of the Eastern Conference.

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Status Watch

•San Jose Earthquakes vs. LAFC on Saturday at 7:30 pm ET
•Nashville SC aims to clinch playoffs against Chicago Fire FC at 9:30 pm ET
•Inter Miami CF hosts San Diego FC on Sunday at 7 pm ET after recent trophy win
•LAFC seeks improvement after losing to last-place Sporting Kansas City
•Nashville SC boasts league's top players, including Sam Surridge and Hany Mukhtar

Latest Updates

7:24 PMYahoo Sports — Matchday 27: California rivals, Eastern Conference heavyweights & more!

What they're saying

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By Cal MeachemWith only nine matchdays remaining until the Audi 2026 MLS Cup Playoffs field is locked in, every game is becoming increasingly important.And postseason ambitions will be a main theme th...
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