First off, this exercise is futile. Of course you should watch all four MLS knockout round games. They provide the most drama filled moments where teams can win or lose it all. The last two MLS Cup winners have survived the knockout round. Could another be in the cards?
We’re going to rate each of the four knockout round games based on the following four criteria, star power, history, fireworks potential, and cup potential. First the most self explanatory one, star power. Do you know the big names in this game and how much of an impact will they have?