United States
•
League
Major League Soccer
2026
30
Teams
510
Matches
United States
•
League
2026
30
Teams
510
Matches
CF Montréal
Toronto
July 17, 2026 · 01:30
Chicago Fire
Vancouver Whitecaps
July 17, 2026 · 02:30
St. Louis City
Sporting KC
July 17, 2026 · 02:30
Seattle Sounders
Portland Timbers
July 17, 2026 · 04:30
Nashville SC
Atlanta United
July 18, 2026 · 02:10
LA Galaxy
Los Angeles FC
July 18, 2026 · 04:25
Inter Miami
Chicago Fire
July 23, 2026 · 01:30
Cincinnati
Vancouver Whitecaps
July 23, 2026 · 01:30
Columbus Crew
New York City
July 23, 2026 · 01:30
Philadelphia Union
New York RB
July 23, 2026 · 01:30
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 |
Nashville SC
|
14 | 10 | 1 | 33 |
W
W
W
D
D
|
| 2 |
Vancouver Whitecaps
|
14 | 10 | 2 | 32 |
W
L
W
D
D
|
| 3 |
SJ Earthquakes
|
15 | 10 | 3 | 32 |
W
L
L
D
D
|
| 4 |
Inter Miami
|
15 | 9 | 2 | 31 |
W
W
W
W
L
|
| 5 |
Real Salt Lake
|
14 | 8 | 4 | 26 |
D
W
W
L
W
|
| 6 |
Chicago Fire
|
14 | 8 | 4 | 26 |
W
W
W
L
L
|
Top 4 qualify for European competition
Nashville SC
NSH
Vancouver Whitecaps
VAN
SJ Earthquakes
SJE
Inter Miami
MIA
Real Salt Lake
RSL
Chicago Fire
CHI
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.
