The 2026 MLS season forges ahead as it approaches the one-third mark and nears a lengthy break for the 2026 FIFA World Cup this summer.

With MLS clubs taking several weeks off for the tournament, banking points before the break is vital to every team. Individual players also look for standout performances to earn a spot at the first-ever 48-team World Cup.

Matchday 12 features 15 games, with 12 on Saturday and three on Sunday, headlined by the San Jose Earthquakes hosting Vancouver Whitecaps in a massive clash atop the Western Conference table on Saturday night.

Here’s what Sports Illustrated predicts for the 12th matchday of MLS in 2026.

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Toronto FC vs. Inter Miami

Chicago Fire vs. Red Bull New York

CF Montréal vs. Orlando City

Atlanta United vs. LA Galaxy

Charlotte FC vs. FC Cincinnati

New England Revolution vs. Philadelphia Union

FC Dallas vs. Real Salt Lake

Nashville SC vs. D.C. United

Colorado Rapids vs. St. Louis CITY SC

Portland Timbers vs.…