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The best and worst of MLS is Back, plus grades for every team

After five weeks in Orlando, ESPN looks back at the MLS is Back Tournament to assess the best and the worst, and analyze every club's performance.

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Portland crowned fitting champions in surreal MLS is Back Tournament

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Portland beat Orlando 2-1 to win MLS is Back Tournament

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Nani & Jesus Medina headline MLS is Back top goals

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Choupo-Moting finally ends PSG's Champions League curse

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