Ahh, MLS Rivalry Week. It's a time for big games to be decided in big moments by big stars, although it isn't always the stars that shine brightest during these matches. From international superstars to overlooked MLS veterans, the first half of MLS Rivalry Week was certainly typical: fierce, chaotic, frenzied and, most of all, a bit weird.
A total of nine red cards were handed out over the weekend, adding an additional layer of messiness to a week that always promises chaos. And chaos is what we got. There were collisions on the field and off of it, with mayhem north of the border leading the way.
Some struggling clubs, like the Chicago Fire, New York Red Bulls and Sporting KC, put together what could be season-defining performances against a rival, while others, like Atlanta United and Toronto FC, fell flat on their face in big moments.
Big goals, non-celebrations, "criminal" defending and a thrown megaphone... Rivalry Week never fails to disappoint!
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