2012 MLS Season
The LA Galaxy became the first team to win back-to-back MLS Cups since the Houston Dynamo in 2006-07, with Landon Donovan and Robbie Keane leading the charge. Chris Wondolowski scored 27 goals to tie the single-season record.
Teams
19
MLS Cup Champion
LA Galaxy
vs Houston Dynamo (3-1)
Awards
| Award | Winner |
|---|---|
| MVP | Chris Wondolowski |
| Golden Boot | Chris Wondolowski (27 goals) |
| Newcomer of the Year | Austin Berry |
| Goalkeeper of the Year | Jimmy Nielsen |
| Coach of the Year | Oscar Pareja |
| Supporters’ Shield | San Jose Earthquakes |
Best XI
Jimmy NielsenMatt BeslerChris WondolowskiThierry HenryGraham Zusi
Expansion Teams
CF Montreal
Major Signings
- •Tim Cahill to New York Red Bulls
Key Moments
- •LA Galaxy repeat as MLS Cup champions for second time in history
- •Chris Wondolowski ties single-season goals record with 27
- •Montreal Impact join MLS as 19th team