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Reigning MLS Cup champions Inter Miami are back from the offseason looking stronger than ever. But the likes of LAFC, Vancouver Whitecaps, San Diego and others will do all they can to derail the Miami juggernaut.
Jon Arnold|

HEADLINES

The fight for the Concacaf Champions Cup kicks off with 11 matches in the first round.
Ben Steiner|
There are nine MLS teams participating in the 27-club competition.
Ben Steiner|
Liga MX teams have won 19 of the last 20 Concacaf titles.
Ben Steiner|
The league looks to align further with Europe while allowing more flexibility for transfers within MLS.
Ben Steiner|
The announcement of the Brazilian’s impending departure caught many by surprise.
Tom Gott|
Inter Miami and the rest of MLS teams are building their rosters ahead of the 2025 season looking to dethrone the LA Galaxy.
Ben Steiner|

Several well-known MLS stars are still seeking a new club for 2026.
Ben Steiner|
Puig was an MLS All-Star in 2023 and 2024 before missing the entire 2025 season.
Ben Steiner|
Four companies have produced MLS match balls since the league’s 1996 debut.
Ben Steiner|
MLS SCHEDULE

Schedule

The Spanish Designated Player missed the entire 2025 season after tearing his ACL in 2024.
Ben Steiner|
Over 500 players answered the survey through the MLS Players Association.
Ben Steiner|
Teams have been busy even though the January transfer window is yet to officially open
Ben Steiner|
MLS STATS

Team Leaders

Major League Soccer is set to introduce five divisions in 2027.
Ben Steiner|
The 2025 MLS Goalkeeper of the Year and a two-time Defender of the Year are available in free agency.
Ben Steiner|
Vancouver Whitecaps remain the frontrunner in the Western Conference after their best season in club history.
Ben Steiner|
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MLS NEWS

The Herons face an awkward start to the defense of their MLS crown.
Ewan Ross-Murray|
Cavan Sullivan has yet to post a goal contribution in MLS since his 2024 debut.
Ben Steiner|
There is still uncertainty about how long the Liverpool legend will remain at Anfield.
Jamie Spencer|
The Herons open up their MLS Cup title defense against the Black & Gold in Los Angeles.
Amanda Langell|
The 2026 MLS season will see dozens of players head to the World Cup.
Ben Steiner|
The winger’s disciplinary issues have seriously jeopardized his chances of making a third World Cup appearance.
Roberto Casillas|

LATEST SOCCER NEWS

Amorim’s refusal to budge from his 3-4-2-1 formation dominated headlines.
Tom Gott|
Ewan Ross-Murray|
Tom Gott|
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Tom Gott|