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A potential transfer of the 35‑year‑old free agent to Real Salt Lake is being discussed, with the club aiming to strengthen its attacking options.
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A potential transfer of the 35‑year‑old free agent to Real Salt Lake is being discussed, with the club aiming to strengthen its attacking options.

From record‑breaking fees to personal homecomings, the 2026 MLS transfer window rewrites the league’s global narrative.

Crystal Palace have completed a $15 million acquisition of American winger Zavier Gozo from Real Salt Lake, a deal that sets a new club-record and could herald his senior debut for the United States national team.

Mauricio Pochettino has committed to a four‑year contract that stretches to the 2030 World Cup, outlining a strategy that blends emerging talent with seasoned stars while targeting silverware.

The Leagues Cup returns with 36 clubs from MLS and Liga MX, featuring Lionel Messi and a host of international stars. The tournament runs from August 4 to September 6, offering three spots for the 2027 CONCACAF Champions Cup.

The recent MLS All‑Star Game served as a catalyst for a sweeping stadium upgrade that could host a Super Bowl and draw record crowds, reflecting the city’s growing soccer culture.

Charlotte FC leveraged the 2026 MLS All-Star Game to highlight its rapid growth, the massive Bank of America Stadium renovation, and the city’s ambition to become a premier soccer hub in the United States.

Charlotte FC’s debut in MLS, the 2026 All-Star Game and a massive stadium renovation have turned the city into a burgeoning soccer and entertainment epicenter, drawing national attention and future Super Bowl aspirations.

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.
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.

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.

The 2026 World Cup semifinal pits France against Spain in a historic showdown, featuring rising stars like Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappé, and broadcast details for U.S. audiences.

The next generation of American soccer talent is already making waves, from Bundesliga defenders to MLS breakout stars, as the 2030 World Cup looms on the horizon.

The 2026 MLS All‑Star Game will be held on July 29 at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, featuring a blend of established internationals and rising talents, with Nashville SC leading the representation.

The league unveiled a refreshed lineup for the upcoming showcase match in Charlotte, highlighting standout performances from Inter Miami, Vancouver Whitecaps and other clubs.

Lionel Messi will sit out the 2026 MLS All-Star Game without facing suspension, joining Hugo Cuypers, Rodrigo De Paul and Mbekezeli Mbokazi on the sidelines; the league cites World Cup fatigue, and the match will feature stars such as Son Heung‑min, Thomas Müller, Gilberto Mora and Brian Gutiérrez.

As MLS Matchday 18 approaches, teams battle for positioning ahead of the All-Star showcase in Charlotte, where Lionel Messi and Rodrigo De Paul will sit out, while teenage sensation Julian Hall eyes a breakthrough.

After the World Cup break, MLS power rankings shift as Nashville SC edges Atlanta, the Whitecaps top the West, and high‑profile signings reshape the Eastern Conference.

Real Salt Lake resumes its 2026 MLS season with a road trip to LAFC and Portland, then hosts Tigres UANL, Atlante CF and FC Juarez in the Leagues Cup, a schedule that tests depth while highlighting a dominant home record.

Midfielder Tyler Adams, together with Allstate and U.S. Soccer, is building mini-pitches across the United States to give more children the chance to play soccer and dream of future stardom.
Charlotte FC will headline the MLS All-Star Game, blending on‑field competition with community celebrations, while city leaders highlight the event’s potential economic impact and its role in expanding soccer’s footprint in the United States.

The 2026 World Cup ignited a soccer boom across North America, and Major League Soccer is poised to ride that wave. With marquee stars, tight competition and accessible prices, the league offers a fresh, exciting alternative for fans still hungry for action.

The upcoming 2026 MLS season is being framed by the return of the FIFA World Cup to North America, with clubs like Inter Miami, Vancouver Whitecaps and Nashville SC eyeing silverware while youthful revamps and high‑profile signings promise fresh narratives.

Major League Soccer unveiled its 2026 All-Star lineup, featuring 29 players who will face the Liga MX All-Stars in Charlotte on July 29. The match will be broadcast on Apple TV at 8 p.m. ET.