The Western Conference\u2019s No 1 seed can become the second expansion team to win MLS Cup<\/p>\n
As San Diego FC prepare for their first playoff appearance this Sunday, they do so with the deserved title of record breakers. The expansion club has earned the Western Conference\u2019s No 1 seed and set records for most victories (19) and points (63) in a single season by an MLS expansion team. As a result, they will be at home for the remainder of the playoffs, and would host MLS Cup if they make it there and meet anyone other than the Supporters\u2019 Shield-winning Philadelphia Union.<\/p>\n
Now, they\u2019re aiming for more history \u2013 to become the first expansion side to win MLS Cup since 1998 when the Chicago Fire achieved it against DC United.<\/p>\n
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