Relax. Enjoy this moment. And do not — and this must be emphasized: Do not — start making plans for Atlanta. All those old, grizzled Lobos fans you might be giving a sideways glance to right ...

Speaking with a calm yet powerful clarity, the Portuguese icon said, "Guys, let's enjoy the moment. I'm not chasing 1,000. If it happens, perfect. If it doesn't happen, it doesn't happen.

While the Crew fell 1-0 on Saturday, a few guys still enjoyed the day because of what it meant to play in the stadium.