Cassidy’s Explosion Sends Leaders Clear as Title Duel Heats Up

The last round may prove decisive. FC Anderson Park North Sydney dismantled FC Roseville 26–0, surging to 53 points and flexing the depth that has defined their campaign. The headline belonged to Bradley Cassidy, who exploded from 27 to 38 goals—an extraordinary eleven-goal haul that now puts him clear at the top of the scoring charts.

FC SPIDERS Sydney kept pace with a commanding 4–0 victory over Adelaide Football Club, staying nine points back but still mathematically alive. Bacon Boys FC edged baldwin 3 in a tight 3–2 contest to hold third, while Diddillibah FC stumbled against Croweater FC and risk losing ground in the race.

With clashes at both ends of the table approaching, momentum and goal difference are becoming decisive weapons. The leaders look relentless—but the chasing pack still has a say in how this story ends.

Leaders Relentless as Title Race Tightens

FC Kawasaki Tokyo responded in emphatic fashion, dismantling Milkyway FC 21–0 to protect their two-point cushion at the summit. Just behind, Aira FC edged Albirex Niigata 2–1, with Koetsu Torisei moving to 93 goals for the campaign — a staggering individual tally that keeps the pressure firmly on the leaders.

Matsumoto Yamaga FC delivered one of the statements of the round, crushing Kashima Antlers 18–0 as Yaichiro Tanizaki surged to 62 goals. 丸男 stayed level with last season’s champions after a 13–0 rout, while Fairy Tail’s 16-goal outburst keeps them within striking distance of continental spots.

With Champions Cup and Challenge Cup places on the line, the margin for error is gone. The next fixtures could redefine the title picture once again.

Brooks strikes again as the summit tightens

Four rounds remain and the Champions Cup ticket is still up for grabs.

Just Vale lead on 50 points, but only a single point separates them from Waitakere United. Blue Pixies and Wellington Phoenix remain firmly in contention, turning every remaining fixture into a potential decider.

The latest round delivered another statement in the golden boot race. Patuone Brooks added +6 to reach a staggering 114 goals, while Hohepa Kaka struck +2 (70). For the leaders, Edin Vlahusic contributed +4 (62) and Hokianga Pita +3 (51). With Champions Cup and Challenge Cup places on the line — and relegation looming below — the pressure is absolute.

Yeongjongdo Send a Statement as the Chase Heats Up

YooSin 태권도 edged Swans FC 3–1 to keep their unbeaten lead, but Yeongjongdo Island answered with a ruthless 21–0 to stay three points back and tighten the Champions Cup race. fc olleh also rolled on with an 8–0 win, while Andong Mackerels piled on the pressure in the scrap for second. In the scoring charts, Hamit Berkan added 1, but Chong Il Chu struck 5 and Yeongjongdo’s Jung-Hwan Ri hit 5 as the run-in sharpens.

Leaders Relentless as Title Race Enters Final Stretch

The Academy remain firmly in control after dismantling Abahani Chittagong 13–0, stretching their tally to 302 goals and 55 points. Rashid Hasan now leads the scoring charts with 80 goals, underlining the champions’ attacking depth.

Dhaka Abahani Limited kept pace with a 12–0 victory and sit just three points back. With only three rounds left, the margin for error has vanished. The battle for continental places behind them is equally intense as the season approaches its climax.

Focus Shifts to Crucial Encounters Ahead

The upcoming fixtures could tighten matters further. The Academy face another high-scoring opportunity, while Dhaka Abahani Limited must avoid any slip to sustain pressure at the summit. Narayanganj FC and Beanibazar SC continue their duel for third, separated by only two points.

With Champions Cup and Challenge Cup spots on the line, every goal now carries added weight.

Pressure Builds as the Title Race Rolls On

Yanbian FC still lead, but the gap to baobeiqiqi is only two points and Tongzhou Lions remain close enough to dream of second and a Challenge Cup place. Sydney Warriors are the form side in the chase after their 19–0 surge last time out, setting up a heavyweight test against the leaders.

The scoring chart ignited: Achal Bhave exploded for 9, while Si Xun Zhang hit 7 and Wu Ti Yo and Guoping Song added 5 apiece.

Rangdajied Reel Bengaluru In as Aurangabad Keep Cruising

The top four tightened up in a pivotal weekend: Rangdajied UFC edged Bengaluru 2–1 to move within four points of the summit, while Aurangabad F.C. and FC Pune City both banked emphatic wins to stay first and second on 51 and 48. With the Champions Cup spot and the Challenge Cup berth still in play, there’s no margin for a slip from here.

Up front, the Golden Boot duel is suddenly level: Udayachal Aggarwal added 3 to reach 78, matching Saquib Masih after his 2. Aurangabad’s supporting cast hit hard too—Paul Kraemer exploded for 7, and Jurij Ravnikar chipped in 5.

Leaders within touching distance as heavyweight clash looms

Champions-elect host closest challengers in defining showdown

Area6ten9okini. stand on 54 points with three matches remaining, their relentless 154-goal campaign putting them firmly on course for another title and a Champions Cup return. Yet the margin is not unassailable. Deportivo Dekara, seven points back on 47, arrive knowing this is their final realistic opportunity to ignite a late twist in the race for top spot — and at minimum, to secure the Challenge Cup place.

Behind them, Atilico de nezzuri and Tak Tigers remain level on 43, both still capable of crashing the top two if momentum swings. The Golden Boot duel adds further intrigue: Sawarng Onsiri stayed on 52, while Panupong Roongmorakot moved to 48 (+2) and Pavle Widmann surged to 42 (+5). With relegation spots nearly settled, all eyes turn to the summit.

Beland Hit 398 as Title Pace Stays Relentless

Cittá Beland kept their unbeaten march rolling with a 29–1 statement, preserving a three-point cushion at the top. Birkirkara answered emphatically with 23 unanswered goals, while Xagħra United stayed in touch to keep the Champions Cup chase tight. Christopher Weidner exploded again, moving from 248 to 269 goals, with Kurt Mule’ up to 118.

Leaders Hold Firm as Title Race Enters Critical Phase

Dacians White Wolves maintained their five-point cushion at the summit after edging past FC Paduricea, showing once again why they are reigning champions. With just three defeats combined between the top two, the margin for error is razor thin as the Champions Cup place draws nearer.

Ferencváros responded confidently, keeping the pressure on with another composed win. Lukas Urban now has 49 goals, level with Dan Tarata in a Golden Boot duel that mirrors the battle near the top. Meanwhile, FC Hermannstadt stumbled last time out, opening the door for Moldavian Stars and Straw Hat Pirates to tighten the race for the Challenge Cup position.

At the bottom, survival hopes are fading for several sides, making every point in the coming fixtures decisive. With only a handful of matches remaining, momentum could prove everything.

Leaders Held, Rivals Circle as the Run-In Turns Ruthless

The previous matchday tightened the screws at both ends of Divizia A. FC 23 Mai Onesti were forced to settle for a 1–1 draw at Abatorul Slobozia, a result that keeps them top on 40 points but trims their margin to six. Behind them, Podgoria Murfatlar stumbled in a 3–2 defeat to Giunamea Armaneasca, while VITEZISTII4S™ and FC Univ. Craiova seized the moment with important victories to close in on the International places. Even Navigator added intrigue by edging last season’s champions AFC Atletico Mangalia, further compressing the race for the Challenge Cup slot.

Individually, the title chase still runs through Nicu Dumitru, who has surged to 29 goals and continues to carry Podgoria’s attacking weight. Yet Suphi Ozupek remains a looming threat on 24, and Onesti’s collective punch — led by Tadeusz Osowski (12) and Jean Mindeac (11) — has kept the leaders steady even when results wobble.

Now the pressure sharpens. Onesti cannot afford another slip with Podgoria desperate to respond and VITEZISTII poised to strike. Abatorul, only seven points off the summit, remain within Champions Cup reach, while the lower third grows tense: East Strike and Universitatea Cluj are separated by a single point in the relegation fight.

With three rounds to follow, this weekend feels less like routine and more like a pivot — for the title, for International Cup's, and for survival.

Leaders Regain Control as Title Race Enters Defining Stretch

The previous round reshaped the momentum at the top. Atletico De Madrid returned to winning ways with a composed 2–1 away victory, stretching their lead to 42 points and reinforcing their status as front-runners for the Champions Cup berth. Their attacking talisman Gus Oakley remains central to that push, holding firm on 11 goals as the run-in intensifies.

Hot on their heels are reigning champions Gravediggers, now just two points adrift after edging a tense contest to move to 40 points. Golden Boot leader Jarvis Harman extended his remarkable tally to 14 goals, underlining why last season’s winners remain such a persistent threat.

Elsewhere, crystal palace f.c strengthened their claim for a top-two finish with a convincing 3–1 result, while Phantom Force FC stumbled at a crucial moment, slipping to fourth but still within touching distance. Further down, Chester Ducks produced the most emphatic display of the round, a 9–0 statement that not only boosted their survival hopes but also propelled Oswin Clawson to 9 goals for the season.

With three rounds remaining, the margins are razor-thin. The title, the Challenge Cup place, and the fight to avoid the bottom three are all finely poised. The upcoming fixtures promise direct clashes that could finally separate contenders from hopefuls.

Leaders Relentless as Golden Boot Race Explodes

A 24-goal blitz from Oldboys United and a 23-goal demolition by Football club Valur kept the summit locked on 53 points apiece. Arnor Ingi Davidsson now leads the scoring charts with 83, but three Oldboys forwards sit on 73, underlining their firepower.

With only three matches left, the title and Champions Cup place remain inseparable. The margin for error is gone, and every strike could decide the crown.

Lieuwen’s Hat-Trick Sends fast n fit Clear at the Summit

The defending champions responded in style last time out. fast n fit powered past Shamrock Rovers with a 4–1 statement, reclaiming top spot and edging one point clear of Irish Villa Mob, who were held in a lively 2–2 draw. Hibernia kept pace with a narrow win and remain level on points with second, ensuring a three-way fight for the Champions Cup place.

Further down, dubs4sam continued their late surge to ease relegation fears, while Knockea United strengthened their push for a top-half finish. With only a handful of rounds remaining, the margins between continental qualification and mid-table obscurity are razor thin.

Golden Boot Spotlight

The headline act was Philipp Lieuwen, who struck three times to leap from 15 to 18 goals, now leading the scoring charts outright. Joaquin Segura added one to move onto 16, while Cearbhall Johnson netted two to reach 13. The race for individual honours mirrors the title battle — fierce and finely balanced.

The upcoming fixtures could prove decisive. The leaders face renewed pressure from both flanks, and any slip may immediately reshape the podium.

Champions’ Nerve, Chasers’ Punch: The Run-In Tightens

Round 19 did exactly what a title run-in should: it widened pressure at the top while sharpening the battles underneath. Dundonald Bluebell stayed clinical with a 2–0 win to move onto 50 points, but Huntly FC refused to blink, edging Kirn 1–0 to keep the gap at seven. The old powers also flexed: Wallace Army F.C nicked a 1–0 result against Bingolspor FC, and Fife Funk FC struck decisively with a 3–0 shutout to stay level with Bingolspor on 36.

The scorer list has its own headline. Guiomar Mathesanz added one to lead on 37, while Jay Millar hit two to climb to 22. Edmund Zwierko kept surging with three more, up to 19 for Macduff.

With Champions Cup and Challenge Cup places in view — and the bottom three staring at relegation — every point now carries a season’s weight.

Eight-Goal Statement Sends Olimpija Clear

An 8–1 demolition last time out underlined Olimpija FC’s authority at the summit. With 46 points from 19 matches and just 10 goals conceded all season, the leaders have turned consistency into control. Behind them, Maribor FC strengthened their grip on second with a valuable away win over NO MA´AM, while Kapfenberg SV kept the pressure on the podium with another efficient performance.

The Golden Boot race remains a headline act. From the latest standings, Wittaya Poan struck once to reach 30 goals, Nazareno Campos added 1 to move onto 19, and Noel Kriess also found the net to climb to 14. Janik Haltiner’s brace took him to 13, highlighting how decisive the attacking stars are becoming as the title and International places sharpen into focus.

With Champions Cup qualification for first and a Challenge Cup ticket for second, the margins are tightening. Further down, the relegation line is beginning to loom large — every point now carries double weight.

Borac Charge, Dragons Respond as Leaders Stay Firm

The latest round kept PARTIZAN FK firmly in control at the summit. A composed 2–0 win over Blaugrana F.C moved the leaders to 40 points, four clear at the top and tightening their grip on a Champions Cup place. Behind them, BH Dragons edged FK Sarajevo 1946 1–0 in a direct duel, strengthening their hold on second and the coveted Challenge Cup position.

The standout surge, however, came from Borac 1926. A convincing 3–1 victory lifted them to 31 points, keeping real pressure on FC Peacocks almighty (33), who were held to a draw and have now left the door ajar in the race for Challenge and Champions Cup. With just a handful of rounds remaining, the margins are razor-thin between second and fifth.

Pressure Mounting at Both Ends

At the bottom, FK Sloboda Tuzla, Dinny, and Carolina RailHawks FC remain locked on 18 points, knowing that only one slip could drag them into the relegation zone permanently. F.C. Imperial (19) sit just above the line and cannot afford complacency.

Up front, the scoring charts promise fireworks. Zdeslav Pavelic leads the way with 14 goals, while Nicolae Silvasean (10) and the in-form duo Milan Zagar and Trpimir Veslica (9 each) are poised to shape the decisive weeks ahead.

Leaders Unshaken as the Golden Boot Race Explodes

Heavy wins set up a defining clash at the summit

Val United kept their perfect 19-from-19 record with a 4–1 statement over Vereya F.C., holding a six-point cushion at the top. Lazio_1900 responded with nine unanswered goals, but the loudest roar came from CSKA Sofia as Gunnar Larsen leapt from 53 to 66 — a stunning 13-goal surge.

Now second hosts first in a potential title decider, while Kazanlŭk aim to keep Champions Cup hopes alive and the fight for the Challenge Cup spot intensifies.

Bizjak’s 50-Goal Explosion Steals the Spotlight as the Summit Tightens

The latest round delivered another surge of dominance at the top. Hunyadi János remain in control on 51 points after a composed 3–0 win, but Szeged answered emphatically with a 22-goal rout to stay five behind. The most eye-catching moment, however, came from FTC Isti, where Jan Bizjak exploded to reach 50 goals, the first player to hit that milestone this season.

Now the pressure shifts to the headline clash between Football Club SKA-Khabarovsk and the leaders — a result that could either cement Hunyadi’s path toward another Champions Cup berth or reopen the title fight. Szeged, armed with Guzman Balcarce Estrada on 48, cannot afford a slip with second place still carrying Challenge Cup stakes. Behind them, the race for third remains fierce as margins grow thinner with every passing week.

What’s at Stake

With only a few rounds remaining, the title, continental spots, and survival lines are all under increasing strain — and one decisive weekend could reshape everything.

Leaders Hit Six Again as the Golden Boot Race Tightens

Momentum remains firmly with For The Alliance, who powered to a commanding 6–2 win last time out to stay top on 41 points. With 44 goals scored and only 14 conceded, the reigning champions look increasingly polished as the run-in approaches. Yet the gap is far from decisive — Nottingham Forest FC sit four points back, boasting the league’s meanest defence at just 10 goals conceded, while Grobari Berane and O.F.K. Ostrog remain close enough to threaten the Champions Cup and Challenge Cup places.

The battle for individual honours mirrors the intensity at the top. Michal Majewski and Hakim Sabic are locked on 14 goals apiece, but Mariusz Kazmierczak has surged to 13 after another decisive contribution. Alliance forwards are also peaking at the right moment, with Vukosav Premovic now on 11 and Cvetko Vujosevic reaching 10.

What to watch next

• Title pressure: One slip could reopen the race before the head-to-head clashes arrive.
• International places: Just six points separate second from fourth.
• Relegation fight: The bottom three remain within striking distance of safety, making every fixture decisive.

With attacking form peaking and defensive margins razor-thin, the upcoming round feels like a pivotal chapter in Montenegro’s tightening title story.

Leaders Respond as Title Rivals Refuse to Blink

Dreamteam Hold Firm, Dortmund Keep Pressure On

The previous round reaffirmed just how relentless this title race has become. Grosuplje Dreamteam answered any doubts with a commanding 3–0 victory over Manchester United FC, stretching their tally to 39 points. Yet Borussia Dortmund remain firmly on their heels after a professional 2–0 win against Olimpija 1911, keeping the gap at just two points.

With Champions Cup qualification reserved for the champions and only second place earning a Challenge Cup ticket, neither contender can afford a slip. The upcoming fixtures could subtly tilt the balance, especially with direct clashes looming in the final rounds.

International Hopes and Relegation Nerves

Below the top two, the race for third remains intense. Manchester United FC (31) still hold the advantage despite their setback, while Alkosi i drogeraši (29) continue to prove that the promoted sides are no mere passengers this season.

At the other end, Olimpija 1911 are adrift on 13 points and running out of time, while Inter Miami CF, FC Podgurje and F.C.Barcelona. hover dangerously close to the bottom three. Every point now carries survival weight.

Golden Boot Duel Adds Extra Edge

The scoring charts are equally dramatic. Jack Stafford leads with 16 goals, but Milorad Nikolic and Sas Lap have surged to 15 each after the latest round. With only three matchdays remaining, the league crown and the golden boot are racing toward a thrilling conclusion.

Late drama tightens the summit as leaders stumble and Lebrun extends his reign

Round nineteen delivered another twist in a season that refuses to settle. hammertime were edged 2–1 by kfc de preistampers, a result that allowed SC Betekom to pull level on 38 points after a composed away win. The summit is now separated only by goal difference, with Sasboys and FC Goldstar still within striking distance on 35.

Momentum swings with International Cup's and survival on the line

With Champions Cup and Challenge Cup places at stake, the coming fixtures feel decisive. hammertime must respond immediately to protect top spot, while Betekom sense a chance to reclaim the initiative. Sasboys, fresh from another narrow victory, cannot afford a slip as they try to bridge the three-point gap. Goldstar’s draw last time out leaves them needing maximum points to stay firmly in contention.

At the sharp end, Jean Rene Lebrun added 1 goal to reach 21, stretching his Golden Boot advantage. Thomas Kinne struck once to move to 13, level with Belimir Veslica, while Romain Leroy climbed to 9. With just three rounds remaining, every goal now carries double weight — at the top, in the International race, and in the fight to avoid the drop.

Leaders Shaken as Porto Stall and the Chasing Pack Scent Opportunity

Round 19 upsets tighten the summit and drag the International race into chaos

The title picture shifted again last weekend — and not in the way the leaders expected. Galacticos C.P. fell 0–1 at Sá City Futebol Clube, remaining top on 35 points but suddenly looking over their shoulder. After weeks of dominance, the league’s top scorer Antero Maximo stays on 18, and for the first time in months, the cushion feels fragile.

Futebol Clube do Porto failed to capitalise fully, drawing 0–0 at Atalaia. They sit one point behind on 34, but momentum has cooled. With Tayfun Erdogdu on 11 and support from Tariq Babu (8), Porto still possess the firepower — now they need the cutting edge.

The real surge came from just behind. Vale Pisão edged Sá FC to climb into third on 31, while Sumolix Stars’ 2–0 win lifted them to 30. Josias Abril added one to reach 13, keeping the Golden Boot race alive alongside Joaquim Pardal, who struck two and now sits on 16.

With the champions bound for the Champions Cup and second place earning a Challenge Cup ticket, the margins are razor-thin. Just four points separate first from fifth — and with relegation pressure mounting below, every fixture from here on carries double weight.

Five-Star Leaders Edge Closer as the Finish Line Looms

Norrlandsfotboll FC Maintain Control, Academy Held in Dramatic Stalemate

Norrlandsfotboll FC took another decisive step toward the title with a 5–2 victory, stretching their tally to 53 points and keeping their unbeaten record intact. With three rounds remaining, the defending champions are closing in on back-to-back crowns and a return to the Champions Cup.

Swedish Academy were forced to settle for a draw against Slovenia Dreamteam, leaving them six points adrift. The race for second — and the Challenge Cup ticket — is not sealed yet, especially with Bałtyk Gdynia firmly in third after a tight stalemate of their own.

In the Golden Boot battle, Euclides Lopez Sansot moved to 43 goals, while Yasin Arthurson surged to 32 with an explosive display. Luke Cox remains close behind on 37.

The next set of fixtures could crown a champion — or ignite one last twist in Sweden’s relentless title fight.

Top Five Tighten Up as Clean Sheets and One-Goal Wins Redraw the Chase

Round 19 didn’t bring chaos, but it did bring clarity. FC Albisrieden handled business with a 2–0 away win and stretched their lead to 43 points, while Fc Black Panther answered with a controlled 2–0 to stay four back on 39. Behind them, the squeeze is real: FC Appenzell edged a 2–1 result to reach 35, only one ahead of The steelheads, who looked back to their swagger with a 3–0. NK Bugojno also took three points and sit on 32, keeping the continental places very much alive.

What to watch next

The spotlight shifts to the headline heavyweight clash at the top, with first and second now meeting while both carry momentum and the league’s sharpest defenses. Albisrieden’s Jason Walter was held at zero (still 22), but Wolfgang Dahnke struck one (16) to keep the leaders ticking. Appenzell arrive with Darko Alanovic also on one (18), and the steelheads’ engine room is humming again after Timo Astley added one (17). Lower down, AC TORINO and FC KOFA remain locked on 15 points, where every missed chance now risks dragging them deeper into the relegation mix.

Leaders Hold Firm as the Chasing Pack Trade Blows

The latest round reinforced just how narrow the margins have become at the summit. alger united tightened their grip with a professional 2–0 win, moving to 37 points and maintaining a one-point cushion over RC Kouba. The promoted side now boast the league’s most potent attack with 40 goals, and their blend of control and cutting edge is turning belief into expectation.

Kouba, last season’s runners-up, were edged 1–0 and slip to second on 36. That result opens the door for Banu Zayan FC, who continued their steady surge with a 2–1 victory to sit just two points off top spot. Kahla & Hamra remain firmly in the conversation as well after another narrow win, keeping the top four separated by only four points — a Champions Cup and Challenge Cup race that feels destined for a late twist.

Golden Boot pressure

The scoring charts remain equally intense. Jacek Filipiak leads on 17 (2), but Musa Tumer closed to 15 with his latest strike, while Dahmane Khanifsi stays on 12. With relegation pressure mounting at the bottom — just three points separating 9th from 11th — the upcoming fixtures promise urgency at both ends of the table.

Royal Pari Respond, Ciclón and Bolívar Keep the Heat On

Title Race Intensifies with Three Rounds to Go

The leaders refused to blink. Royal Pari swept aside their opponents 7–0 to stay three points clear, while Club Atlético Ciclón edged a key clash 3–1 to remain firmly in pursuit of the Champions Cup spot. Blooming slipped again and now trail by six.

Elsewhere, Club Bolívar ran riot with ten goals, and their deadly duo struck big: Claus Revuelta and Papilo Koffler added 4 goals each, climbing to 56 apiece in the golden boot race. With only three rounds left, the title and the Challenge Cup place remain very much alive.

Kalchev and Hyndman Ignite as Leaders Stay in Control

Round 19 kept North Mississauga SC firmly on course for the title, grinding out a narrow 1–0 win over Quebec Football Club to reach 52 points. The Lads dropped points again and now sit six behind, while Football club de Taher and Étoile Bordjienne both delivered emphatic victories to keep the race for continental places alive.

The scoring charts exploded once more. Ventzislav Kalchev struck 4 to move from 35 to 39, reclaiming sole leadership. Alec Hyndman answered with 3, rising to 37, while Angel Arbour held steady on 32. With only a handful of matches remaining, every result now shapes the Champions Cup and Challenge Cup picture — and the margin for error is gone.

Leaders Rampant as the Title Door Cracks Open

Assisi Lagos Nueva Galicia roared back into focus with an emphatic 8–0 demolition, stretching to 51 points and keeping their unbeaten march intact. The gap to Panteras Negras UAM now stands at seven after a tense goalless draw, leaving the chasers with no margin for error.

C.D. Guadalajara were held again, but their firepower remains unmatched: Federico Barquín leads the golden boot race on 33, with Leoncio Posada (30) and Valerio Grimaldi (29) close behind. C. D. Jorge Campos, last season’s champions, continue to rely on Mijailo Reljan (32) as they push for continental ground.

Elsewhere, Fc MEWA tightened their grip on the top four with a composed win, while Ocelotes del Sur remain within striking distance. With Champions Cup and Challenge Cup places on the line — and relegation looming at the bottom — every point now carries final-week weight.

Clean Sheets and Big Statements Set Up a Four-Team Sprint at the Top

Last matchday tightened the chase and raised the stakes — now every point looks like a ticket to continental football or a step toward the trapdoor.

FC Seher Bosna kept the league’s steadiest rhythm and still sit first on 39 points, but the cushion is thin with Telluride Smugglers (36), NY Cosmos (35) and SC Real Madrid (34) stacked right behind. The previous round was defined by authority: Seher and Telluride both posted two-goal shutouts, while Cosmos earned a road win to stay within striking distance. Real Madrid, meanwhile, were the only top-four side held — a draw that keeps the title door open for everyone.

That congestion makes the upcoming slate feel like a hinge week. Seher face a dangerous mid-table opponent that has already shown it can score in bursts, while the teams immediately behind them each have opportunities to apply real pressure. In the middle, four clubs are jammed on 29 points, so one good night can reshape the playoff-picture mood — and one bad night can drag a side toward the relegation scrap.

Golden Boot watch: Spass Bojichkov leads on 21 after a two-goal jump, with Mohamed Raouf Taffat and Shea Grimshaw both on 12. Champions Cup for first, Challenge Cup for second — bottom three go down.