2006 MLS Season

The Houston Dynamo, formed from the relocated San Jose Earthquakes, won the MLS Cup in their first season, continuing their predecessor club's winning tradition with a 1-0 victory over New England.

Teams
12
MLS Cup Champion
Houston Dynamo
vs New England Revolution (1-0)

Awards

AwardWinner
MVPChristian Gomez
Golden BootJeff Cunningham (16 goals)
Newcomer of the YearJonathan Bornstein
Goalkeeper of the YearTroy Perkins
Coach of the YearSteve Nicol
Supporters’ ShieldD.C. United

Best XI

Troy PerkinsJimmy ConradChristian GomezJeff CunninghamLandon Donovan

Expansion Teams

Houston Dynamo

Key Moments

  • Houston Dynamo wins MLS Cup in first season after relocating from San Jose
  • New England loses third MLS Cup final in five years