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Lionel Messi could see another Inter Miami teammate win the title in 2026.

All 30 MLS teams are gearing up for what promises to be an action-packed, rivalry-filled season.

The Herons open up their MLS Cup title defense against the Black & Gold in Los Angeles.

Turmoil at Al Nassr could result in Cristiano Ronaldo looking for a new club in the near future.

The fight for the Concacaf Champions Cup kicks off with 11 matches in the first round.

Son Heung-min’s partner-in-crime at LAFC has been the subject of intense transfer speculation.

The Eastern Conference will be extremely competitive in 2026.

Son Heung-min and Lionel Messi are set to clash on MLS opening weekend.

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.

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There are nine MLS teams participating in the 27-club competition.

Liga MX teams have won 19 of the last 20 Concacaf titles.

The Polish striker is not expected to renew his contract with Barcelona beyond this season.

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The league looks to align further with Europe while allowing more flexibility for transfers within MLS.

Javier Mascherano has spoken about how the new striker will impact Luis Suarez.

Nearly one-third of MLS teams will have new faces on the touchline to start the 2026 season.

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The Herons face an awkward start to the defense of their MLS crown.

Cavan Sullivan has yet to post a goal contribution in MLS since his 2024 debut.

There is still uncertainty about how long the Liverpool legend will remain at Anfield.

The 2026 MLS season will see dozens of players head to the World Cup.

The winger’s disciplinary issues have seriously jeopardized his chances of making a third World Cup appearance.

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

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