Sporting Kansas City defender Joaquin Fernandez, back, and Los Angeles FC attacker Olivier Giroud battle for the ball during the first half of an MLS soccer match Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024, in Kansas City, Kan. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi (10) celebrates with his teammates after winning the MLS Supporters' Shield after their match against the New England Revolution at Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024. (David Santiago/Miami Herald via AP)