2021 MLS Season
New York City FC won their first MLS Cup, defeating the Portland Timbers on penalties at a snowy Providence Park. The New England Revolution set a new points record in winning the Supporters' Shield. Fans returned to stadiums across the league.
Teams
27
MLS Cup Champion
New York City FC
vs Portland Timbers (1-1 (4-2 PKs))
Awards
| Award | Winner |
|---|---|
| MVP | Carles Gil |
| Golden Boot | Taty Castellanos (19 goals) |
| Newcomer of the Year | Djordje Mihailovic |
| Goalkeeper of the Year | Matt Turner |
| Coach of the Year | Bruce Arena |
| Supporters’ Shield | New England Revolution |
Best XI
Matt TurnerMiles RobinsonCarles GilTaty CastellanosHany Mukhtar
Expansion Teams
Austin FC
Major Signings
- •Lorenzo Insigne announced for Toronto FC
Key Moments
- •NYCFC wins first MLS Cup in penalty shootout
- •New England Revolution set points record with Supporters Shield
- •Austin FC joins MLS
- •Fans return to stadiums after COVID