United States
•
League
Major League Soccer
2026
30
Teams
510
Matches
United States
•
League
2026
30
Teams
510
Matches
Inter Miami
Charlotte
November 7, 2026 · 23:00
Cincinnati
Nashville SC
November 7, 2026 · 23:00
Philadelphia Union
Toronto
November 7, 2026 · 23:00
New York RB
Atlanta United
November 7, 2026 · 23:00
CF Montréal
Vancouver Whitecaps
November 7, 2026 · 23:00
Chicago Fire
Columbus Crew
November 7, 2026 · 23:00
Orlando City
New England
November 7, 2026 · 23:00
DC United
New York City
November 7, 2026 · 23:00
Seattle Sounders
Los Angeles FC
November 8, 2026 · 02:00
Real Salt Lake
LA Galaxy
November 8, 2026 · 02:00
Videos
Luis Suarez provides the pass as Lionel Messi weaves through Atlanta United’s defence to score for Inter Miami.
Lionel Messi scored twice in the space of four minutes to lift Inter Miami to a 3-1 victory at Atlanta United on Saturday as the Herons’ MLS title defense continued to gain steam with the playoffs approaching.
Lionel Messi scored twice to help Inter Miami rout DC United 4-0 on Saturday, taking a victory in his first match since saying farewell to the Argentina national team.
| # | Team | P | W | L | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Nashville SC
|
33 | 22 | 3 | 74 |
W
D
W
D
W
|
| 2 |
Vancouver Whitecaps
|
33 | 18 | 8 | 61 |
W
W
L
W
D
|
| 3 |
Inter Miami
|
33 | 16 | 6 | 59 |
W
D
L
W
W
|
| 4 |
Dallas
|
33 | 15 | 8 | 55 |
D
L
W
D
W
|
| 5 |
New England
|
33 | 18 | 11 | 58 |
L
W
W
W
W
|
| 6 |
SJ Earthquakes
|
33 | 14 | 9 | 52 |
W
D
L
D
D
|
Top 4 qualify for European competition
Nashville SC
NSH
Vancouver Whitecaps
VAN
Inter Miami
MIA
Dallas
DAL
New England
NER
SJ Earthquakes
SJE
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.
