2001 MLS Season
The LA Galaxy won their first MLS Cup in 2001, defeating the New England Revolution 2-1 in overtime. A young Tim Howard won Goalkeeper of the Year, foreshadowing his future stardom.
MLS Cup Final
- Champion
- LA Galaxy
- Runner-Up
- New England Revolution
- Score
- 2-1 (OT)
- Supporters' Shield
- LA Galaxy
Individual Awards
- MVP
- Alex Pineda Chacon
- Golden Boot
- Alex Pineda Chacon (19 goals)
- Goalkeeper of the Year
- Tim Howard
- Coach of the Year
- Frank Yallop
- Newcomer of the Year
- Rodrigo Faria
Major Stories
- •LA Galaxy win their first MLS Cup
- •Tim Howard emerges as a star goalkeeper
Major Signings
- Landon Donovan loan to San Jose
Standings (Top 10)
| # | Team | Record | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  LA Galaxy | 18-6-8 | 62 |
| 2 |  FC Dallas | 18-9-5 | 59 |
| 3 |  D.C. United | 16-7-9 | 57 |
| 4 |  New England Revolution | 16-7-9 | 57 |
| 5 |  New York Red Bulls | 16-7-9 | 57 |
| 6 |  San Jose Earthquakes | 16-7-9 | 57 |
| 7 |  Sporting Kansas City | 16-7-9 | 57 |
| 8 |  Chicago Fire FC | 9-19-4 | 31 |
| 9 |  Columbus Crew | 9-19-4 | 31 |
| 10 |  Colorado Rapids | 9-19-4 | 31 |
Best XI
- Tim Howard
- Jeff Agoos
- Alex Pineda Chacon
- Carlos Ruiz
- Landon Donovan