Scotland internationals faced a night of varied outcomes in the MLS. Ryan Gauld made a spectacular return for Vancouver Whitecaps, scoring two goals in a thrilling 4-3 defeat to FC Cincinnati. This marked his first league start since December 2025 after knee surgery, and his brace pushed him past 100 goal contributions for the Canadian club. Meanwhile, Angus Gunn endured a challenging debut for San Jose Earthquakes, as his new side suffered a heavy 4-0 home loss to Orlando City, impacting their title aspirations. Elsewhere, Ryan Porteous delivered a strong defensive performance for Los Angeles FC. His return to the starting lineup helped Los Angeles FC secure a vital win against Real Salt Lake, reigniting their title hopes after a recent slump. The team recorded two consecutive wins since the MLS restart.
