2015 MLS Season
The Portland Timbers won their first MLS Cup in just their fifth MLS season, defeating Columbus Crew 2-1. Sebastian Giovinco had one of the greatest individual seasons in MLS history for Toronto FC. NYCFC and Orlando City expanded the league to 20 teams.
MLS Cup Final
- Champion
- Portland Timbers
- Runner-Up
- Columbus Crew
- Score
- 2-1
- Supporters' Shield
- New York Red Bulls
Individual Awards
- MVP
- Sebastian Giovinco
- Golden Boot
- Sebastian Giovinco (22 goals)
- Goalkeeper of the Year
- Luis Robles
- Coach of the Year
- Oscar Pareja
- Newcomer of the Year
- Cyle Larin
Major Stories
- •Portland Timbers win first MLS Cup
- •Sebastian Giovinco dominates as MVP and Golden Boot winner
- •NYCFC and Orlando City join with marquee signings
- •Designated Player spending reaches new heights
Major Signings
- Sebastian Giovinco to Toronto FC
- Kaka to Orlando City
- David Villa and Frank Lampard to NYCFC
Expansion Teams
- New York City FC
- Orlando City SC
Standings (Top 10)
| # | Team | Record | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  New York Red Bulls | 18-4-12 | 66 |
| 2 |  Portland Timbers | 18-10-6 | 60 |
| 3 |  D.C. United | 16-7-11 | 59 |
| 4 |  Real Salt Lake | 16-7-11 | 59 |
| 5 |  Toronto FC | 12-10-12 | 48 |
| 6 |  FC Dallas | 12-10-12 | 48 |
| 7 |  LA Galaxy | 12-10-12 | 48 |
| 8 |  San Jose Earthquakes | 12-10-12 | 48 |
| 9 |  Seattle Sounders FC | 12-10-12 | 48 |
| 10 |  Sporting Kansas City | 12-10-12 | 48 |
Best XI
- Luis Robles
- Matt Hedges
- Sebastian Giovinco
- Kaka
- David Villa