
MLS reshapes its schedule and leadership as global stars join the league
MLS is reshaping its schedule and leadership as global stars join the league, with Commissioner Don Garber set to step down and a new summer‑to‑spring calendar slated for 2027.
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MLS is reshaping its schedule and leadership as global stars join the league, with Commissioner Don Garber set to step down and a new summer‑to‑spring calendar slated for 2027.

The tournament’s conclusion leaves a lasting imprint, prompting major brands to invest in the next generation of players.

The 2026 MLS All-Star Game will pit MLS stars against Liga MX talent on Apple TV, with Son Heung‑Min and USMNT prospects set to play, while Lionel Messi will sit out.

A month before the season begins, college football’s Week 0 will open with a historic game in Dublin, while sponsor patches, coaching upheavals, and international storylines add layers of intrigue.
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.

From twelve years at Athletic Club to a pivotal role at Liverpool, Andoni Iraola reflects on how New York City FC shaped his coaching trajectory and prepares for a high‑profile pre‑season clash with Wrexham.

Less than five years after its MLS debut, Charlotte FC will stage the 2026 All‑Star Game, featuring standout players Ashley Westwood, Tim Ream and Pep Biel, while head coach Dean Smith highlights the city’s growing passion for soccer and the event’s fan‑focused activities.

From twelve seasons at Athletic Club to a championship‑contending spell at Bournemouth, Andoni Iraola’s journey through New York, Cyprus and Spain has culminated in his appointment as Liverpool’s new head coach, a move that will be celebrated in a pre‑season clash at Yankee Stadium.

The 2026 MLS All-Star Skills Challenge turned Charlotte into a stage where athletes, celebrities and digital creators collided in a series of skill contests that highlighted both sport and spectacle.

Goalkeeper Matt Freese opens up about the lingering sting of the USA’s defeat to Belgium, the impact on his career, and how the tournament is reshaping soccer’s popularity in the United States.

Goalkeeper Matt Freese and defender Tim Ream hope the 2026 MLS All-Star Game in Charlotte will erase the memory of a 4-1 loss to Belgium and showcase their readiness for future international duties.

In a recent FOX News interview, Landon Donovan discusses how the 2022 World Cup reshaped soccer’s profile in America, highlighting soaring viewership, expanding youth participation, and the role of corporate partners like AT&T in accelerating the sport’s growth.

Sporting Kansas City faces St. Louis CITY SC on Thursday, hosts a 3v3 youth tournament, supports Special Olympics, and runs promotions while the secondary transfer window opens and MLSstore offers free shipping.

Atlético Dallas announced the signing of Javier Hernández on July 27, 2026, a move that underscores the club’s intent to become a cultural and sporting force in Dallas while laying groundwork for a promotion‑relegation system by 2028.

Major League Soccer announced its most ambitious promotional effort yet, enlisting stars like Lionel Messi, Son Heung‑Min, David Beckham and Matthew McConaughey, while partnering with Amazon Music, FOX and Ogilvy to turn World Cup momentum into lasting growth for the league.

The United States' opening win over Paraguay ignited a wave of interest, with search trends and record audiences underscoring soccer's emergence as a mainstream educational force.

Charlotte FC will welcome the 2026 MLS All-Star Game, a celebration that underscores the club’s quick rise, its marquee players and the city’s vibrant fan culture.

San Diego FC’s Anders Dreyer has been selected for the MLS All-Star Game for the second straight year, joining a host of top talent in a showdown against Mexico’s Liga MX. The match, streamed on Apple TV, will feature notable omissions, including Lionel Messi and Rodrigo De Paul, while Tijuana Xolos’ Gilberto Mora prepares for a separate clash with San Diego FC on August 9.

The New England Revolution announced a sweeping campaign featuring free match tickets, community outreach and a DJ Premier‑produced Amazon Music cover, aiming to convert worldwide soccer attention into lasting MLS fandom as the season resumes.

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.

The Philadelphia Union navigate a calendar shift and a host of contract uncertainties, from looming option decisions to loaned players making an impact.

Two recent wins under interim head coach Ryan Richter highlight a Union roster in flux, with key players awaiting contract decisions amid a reshaped MLS schedule.

The campaign blends soccer outreach with a cultural soundtrack, debuting during FOX's FIFA World Cup coverage and expanding across Apple TV and other platforms.

The 2026 MLS All-Star Game will be held at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, featuring key owner meetings, a Skills Challenge, and a showcase of top talent from MLS and Liga MX, with the action available on Apple TV.