United States
•
League
Major League Soccer
2026
30
Teams
510
Matches
United States
•
League
2026
30
Teams
510
Matches
Toronto
Inter Miami
May 9, 2026 · 19:00
Chicago Fire
New York RB
May 9, 2026 · 20:30
CF Montréal
Orlando City
May 9, 2026 · 22:30
Atlanta United
LA Galaxy
May 10, 2026 · 01:30
Charlotte
Cincinnati
May 10, 2026 · 01:30
New England
Philadelphia Union
May 10, 2026 · 01:30
Dallas
Real Salt Lake
May 10, 2026 · 02:30
Nashville SC
DC United
May 10, 2026 · 03:15
Colorado Rapids
St. Louis City
May 10, 2026 · 03:30
Seattle Sounders
San Diego
May 10, 2026 · 04:30
Major League Soccer clubs must attract fans overseas to capitalise on the explosion of US football, officials said Wednesday, as the country prepares to co-host the World Cup. The MLS was set up in the mid 1990s as a pre-condition...
Antoine Griezmann will leave Atletico Madrid for MLS side Orlando City at the end of the season, the two clubs announced on Tuesday.
Argentine superstar Lionel Messi bagged the 900th goal of his glittering career on Wednesday but could not prevent Inter Miami from crashing out of the CONCACAF Champions Cup on away goals after a 1-1 draw with Nashville.
| # | Team | P | W | L | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
SJ Earthquakes
|
11 | 9 | 1 | 28 |
D
W
W
W
W
|
| 2 |
Nashville SC
|
10 | 7 | 1 | 23 |
D
W
W
W
L
|
| 3 |
Vancouver Whitecaps
|
10 | 8 | 1 | 25 |
D
W
W
W
W
|
| 4 |
New England
|
10 | 6 | 3 | 19 |
W
D
W
W
W
|
| 5 |
Los Angeles FC
|
11 | 6 | 2 | 21 |
D
W
D
L
L
|
| 6 |
Inter Miami
|
11 | 5 | 2 | 19 |
L
D
W
W
D
|
Top 4 qualify for European competition
SJ Earthquakes
SJE
Nashville SC
NSH
Vancouver Whitecaps
VAN
New England
NER
Los Angeles FC
LAF
Inter Miami
MIA
Major League Soccer is the top tier of professional football in the United States and Canada. It is the leading competition in North American football and has grown significantly in global relevance.
Organised by Major League Soccer, the league features clubs across the United States and Canada competing for domestic honours.
MLS was founded in 1996 following the 1994 FIFA World Cup in the United States.
The league has expanded steadily, increasing the number of teams and attracting international players, helping raise its global profile.
MLS operates a conference-based system.
In 2025, the Supporters’ Shield was won by Philadelphia Union.
The 2025 MLS Cup was won by Inter Miami, marking the club’s first title.
LA Galaxy are the most successful club in MLS history, winning five MLS Cup titles.
D.C. United dominated the early years of MLS, setting the benchmark for success.
Recent seasons have seen increased competition, with new clubs and international players strengthening the league.
Players such as Landon Donovan have also been among the league’s most influential figures.
Lionel Messi has had a major impact on MLS since joining Inter Miami CF, contributing to the club’s rise and increased global attention.
David Beckham played a key role in transforming MLS into a global destination during his time with LA Galaxy.
Zlatan Ibrahimović brought global attention and strong individual performances during his spell in MLS.
Thierry Henry contributed to the league’s growth during his time with New York Red Bulls.
Gareth Bale played a role in Los Angeles FC’s MLS Cup success.
Kaká was one of the early marquee signings who helped elevate MLS visibility.
US international icons like Tim Howard and Landon Donovan played significant roles in expanding the brand in North America with established careers in European football and dominant spells in the MLS.
Bruce Arena is one of the most successful managers in MLS history.
Sigi Schmid played a key role in shaping successful teams across different eras.
MLS has become a key part of global football growth, particularly in North America.
The league continues to attract international talent while developing domestic players.
Its expansion and increasing competitiveness have strengthened its global position.
