The big surprise this week is Philadelphia isn't bottom of the list...
- 14 points, 2nd in Western Conference
- 3rd in Supporters' Shield race
- Last result: FCD 1-0 KC
FCD is the last remaining undefeated team in MLS 2017 and just beat the team that was top of these Rankings last week: of course it is top in Week 8.
- 15 points, 1st in Eastern Conference
- 2nd in Shield race
- Last result: NYCFC 1-2 OCSC
Orlando's first away win of the season makes it fives wins from its first six league games, and gives it the longest active winning streak in MLS 2017: it has won three straight, and is heading home to play slumping Colorado in Week 9.