Real drew 1-1 at Kansas City Wizards and had to come from behind to earn the point as Robbie Findley's 33rd-minute strike cancelled out Kei Kamara's opener.

The Galaxy now hold a five-point lead after 19 games.

Colorado Rapids are fourth after a 1-0 defeat of San Jose Earthquakes, goalkeeper Jon Busch's own goal after 26 minutes proving decisive.

New England Revolution beat DC United 1-0, courtesy of Pat Phelan's first-half strike.

Earlier, Toronto FC claimed a 2-1 win over Chivas USA to keep a firm grip on third place in the Eastern Conference.

Nana Attakora-Gyan struck the opener after 21 minutes and Chad Barrett netted a second after 32 minutes.

Giancarlo Maldonado pulled one back from the penalty spot after 65 minutes but hosts Toronto held on for a seventh win of the season.