2010 MLS Season
The Colorado Rapids stunned the league by winning the 2010 MLS Cup with an overtime victory over FC Dallas. Thierry Henry's arrival at the New York Red Bulls continued the Designated Player trend, and the Philadelphia Union joined as the 16th team.
MLS Cup Final
- Champion
- Colorado Rapids
- Runner-Up
- FC Dallas
- Score
- 2-1 (OT)
- Supporters' Shield
- LA Galaxy
Individual Awards
- MVP
- David Ferreira
- Golden Boot
- Chris Wondolowski (18 goals)
- Goalkeeper of the Year
- Donovan Ricketts
- Coach of the Year
- Gary Smith
- Newcomer of the Year
- Andy Najar
Major Stories
- •Colorado Rapids shock the league to win MLS Cup
- •Thierry Henry joins MLS with the Red Bulls
- •Philadelphia Union join MLS
Major Signings
- Thierry Henry to New York Red Bulls
- Rafael Marquez to New York Red Bulls
Expansion Teams
- Philadelphia Union
Standings (Top 10)
| # | Team | Record | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  LA Galaxy | 18-4-8 | 62 |
| 2 |  D.C. United | 16-7-7 | 55 |
| 3 |  New England Revolution | 16-7-7 | 55 |
| 4 |  New York Red Bulls | 16-7-7 | 55 |
| 5 |  Colorado Rapids | 15-6-9 | 54 |
| 6 |  Philadelphia Union | 12-10-8 | 44 |
| 7 |  FC Dallas | 12-10-8 | 44 |
| 8 |  Houston Dynamo FC | 12-10-8 | 44 |
| 9 |  Real Salt Lake | 12-10-8 | 44 |
| 10 |  Toronto FC | 9-12-9 | 36 |
Best XI
- Donovan Ricketts
- Omar Gonzalez
- David Ferreira
- Chris Wondolowski
- Landon Donovan