The 2026 MLS All-Star Game is set to take place at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina, bringing together league owners for a series of high‑profile meetings and a celebration that promises to draw fans from across the continent.
Charlotte to Host a Global Soccer Festivity
In addition to the main exhibition, the event will feature a Skills Challenge and the MLS Next All-Star Game, showcasing a blend of established stars and emerging talent from both MLS and Mexico’s Liga MX.
Key figures such as Son Heung‑min and Thomas Müller will represent MLS, while notable Liga MX participants include Richy Ledezma, Brian Gutiérrez and Salomon Rondon, adding a cross‑border flair to the showcase.
The competition will adopt a World Cup‑themed format, and young prospects like Zavier Gozo and Julian Hall are slated to take part, underscoring the league’s focus on developing the next generation.
Broadcast partners will stream the match on Apple TV, though Hugo Cuypers will be absent after completing a $7.5 million move to CF Monterrey, a transfer that highlights the growing financial activity surrounding MLS clubs.