2003 MLS Season
The San Jose Earthquakes won their second MLS Cup with a 4-2 victory over the Chicago Fire. The league was at its smallest with just 10 teams following the 2002 contraction.
MLS Cup Final
- Champion
- San Jose Earthquakes
- Runner-Up
- Chicago Fire
- Score
- 4-2
- Supporters' Shield
- Chicago Fire
Individual Awards
- MVP
- Preki
- Golden Boot
- Taylor Twellman (15 goals)
- Goalkeeper of the Year
- Pat Onstad
- Coach of the Year
- Dave Sarachan
- Newcomer of the Year
- Damani Ralph
Major Stories
- •San Jose Earthquakes win second MLS Cup
- •League at low point with only 10 teams
Standings (Top 10)
| # | Team | Record | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Chicago Fire FC | 19-8-3 | 60 |
| 2 |  FC Dallas | 17-8-5 | 56 |
| 3 |  San Jose Earthquakes | 18-10-2 | 56 |
| 4 |  D.C. United | 16-7-7 | 55 |
| 5 |  LA Galaxy | 16-14-0 | 48 |
| 6 |  New England Revolution | 12-10-8 | 44 |
| 7 |  New York Red Bulls | 12-10-8 | 44 |
| 8 |  Sporting Kansas City | 12-10-8 | 44 |
| 9 |  Columbus Crew | 7-17-6 | 27 |
| 10 |  Colorado Rapids | 7-17-6 | 27 |
Best XI
- Pat Onstad
- Carlos Bocanegra
- Preki
- Landon Donovan
- Taylor Twellman