2007 Major League Soccer Season
The 2007 Major League Soccer season was the 12th season in league history. The season began on April 7 and concluded with MLS Cup 2007 on November 18, 2007 at Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium in Washington, D.C..
For the first time in MLS history, the same two clubs consecutively won the MLS Cup title and the MLS Supporters' Shield honor. The 2007 MLS champions were Houston Dynamo who defeated New England Revolution in the final. D.C. United were the MLS premiers edging Chivas USA by two points for the regular season honor.
New England, Houston, and D.C. United earn berths into the inaugural CONCACAF Champions League for their performances in the regular season and playoffs.
Read more about 2007 Major League Soccer Season: Competition Format, 2007 MLS Cup Playoffs, Team Attendance Totals
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