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From basement dwellers to sixth‑place hopefuls, St. Louis CITY SC is rewriting its narrative with tactical innovation, key player breakthroughs and a clear recruitment vision.
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From basement dwellers to sixth‑place hopefuls, St. Louis CITY SC is rewriting its narrative with tactical innovation, key player breakthroughs and a clear recruitment vision.

The New England Revolution are set to host Houston Dynamo FC on Saturday afternoon, with Jack Harrison expected to make his debut and U.S. Soccer extending Mauricio Pochettino’s contract through 2030.
The upcoming MLS All-Star Game will pit a star‑studded MLS side against a select Liga MX XI in Charlotte, featuring World Cup veterans, a missing Lionel Messi, and a free Apple TV broadcast.

Inter Miami, led by Luis Suárez, tops the latest MLS power rankings, while Orlando City, St. Louis CITY SC and several newcomers show strong form.
Major League Soccer has confirmed the latest wave of players set to feature in the 2026 MLS All‑Star Game, adding several key figures to the lineup ahead of the July 29 matchup against LIGA MX All‑Stars in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Lionel Messi and Rodrigo De Paul will miss the upcoming MLS All-Star match due to recovery from the World Cup, while the league announces four replacements and clarifies that no disciplinary action will be taken.

The MLS announced that Philip Zinckernagel will represent the league at the 2026 All-Star Game in Charlotte, replacing several unavailable stars and adding his name to the roster for the second consecutive year.

Brazilian Designated Player Guilherme has been selected to the 2026 MLS All-Star team after delivering eight goals and five assists in his debut MLS season, helping Houston Dynamo surge back into the Western Conference playoff race.

Antoine Griezmann scored on his MLS debut, helping Orlando City to a 4‑0 win over the San Jose Earthquakes. The match also highlighted fresh signings and a tactical shift for the Lions.

Antoine Griezmann opened his MLS account, while newcomers David Brekalo and Iván Angulo also found the net, as Orlando City posted a 4‑0 shutout of San Jose. The victory showcases fresh talent and a solid defensive display ahead of a tough test against Nashville.

In a recent interview, Dempsey discussed his journey from a small Texas town to international stardom, the impact of the World Cup returning to the U.S., and his hopes for the next generation of players.

Houston businessman Eddie Mendoza will attend 17 matches at the 2026 World Cup, a milestone in a soccer‑loving lineage that spans Brazil, Russia, Qatar and now his own backyard.

A look at the expected 26‑player USMNT roster for the 2026 World Cup, based on recent form, familiarity and cultural fit, as the team prepares to host the event.