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The fourth decade of MLS kicks off with a stacked roster of superstars.
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HEADLINES

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|

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 SCHEDULE

Schedule

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|
MLS STATS

Team Leaders

Just days after the 2025 MLS Cup final, the wheels are in motion for transfers.
Ben Steiner|
Inter Miami will be gunning for back-to-back glory with Lionel Messi leading the charge.
Ben Steiner|
Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami and Thomas Müller’s Vancouver Whitecaps both discovered their prospective paths to the final.
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MLS NEWS

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|
The 2025 MLS Cup champions will look very different to start 2026.
Ben Steiner|

LATEST SOCCER NEWS

The Gunners’ approach to their 2–2 draw at Molineux hasn’t gone down well.
Tom Gott|
Tom Gott|
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Ewan Ross-Murray|