We're reflecting on a big week in the world of soccer after the Champions League Final, the Messi news, and a statement performance from Sporting KC to climb back above the MLS playoff line.

Robert Castellanos turned in his best ever performance after Cody said he was terrible. Also Tim Leibold: hot or not?

Alan Pulido has clicked into gear just at the right time. With Chivas sniffing and rumors swirling, Sporting KC must decide soon what to do with their star striker. If he keeps this up, pay that man his money.

Lionel Messi coming to the league means changes are coming. Can we expect league wide changes in protocols for security and media access? Or is it a matter of time before there's another Tim Howard situation?

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