On the one hand, what this means is that MLS is not, by any reasonable definition of the word, a professional soccer league while Messi is playing in it. It is Messi’s version of the Eras Tour, where he goes from city to city playing the hits to rapturous crowds.

FC Cincinnati remains undefeated at home after its 3-1 victory over Nashville SC on Saturday. The Orange and Blue now sit 8 points above second place New England in the Supporters’ Shield standings going into the Leagues Cup break

FC Cincinnati came from behind to get all three points in a 2-1 victory over the New York Red Bulls in New Jersey on Wednesday. This was FCC’s first come from behind win in the MLS era.

FC Cincinnati came from behind to secure a point on the road in its 2-2 draw with Charlotte FC on Saturday. Thanks to some other results going its way this matchday, the Orange and Blue now have a 7 point lead over second place St. Louis in the Supporters’ Shield standings

To join the hype between the Eras Tour and FC Cincinnati, I gave each player on the roster a Taylor Swift song. As many of her songs are break up songs, it’s important not to read too much into it. I am not ready to break up with anyone on FCC.

FC Cincinnati remain perfect at home following their 3-0 victory over Toronto FC, despite missing several key players due to international call-ups and injuries. The win keeps FCC 8 points ahead of second place Nashville SC in the Supporters’ Shield standings.