Sullivan's brace sparks historic Union moment in CONCACAF
Cavan Sullivan scored two goals to power Philadelphia Union to a historic showing in the CONCACAF Champions Cup.
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Nashville's new-look attack tested as Cincinnati seeks solutions
The piece analyzes Nashville SC's revamped attacking approach and how Cincinnati responds with tactical fixes, highlighting changes in formation, pressing, and attacking ideas as MLS teams adapt early in the season.
Bouanga Sparks LAFC Past MLS Cup Champs
Dénis Bouanga starred as LAFC defeated the MLS Cup champions, delivering a standout performance that underscores LAFC's early-season form and earning a spot in MLS's Team of the Matchday.
LAFC edge Miami as NYRB leans into youth on MLS Matchday 1
MLS kicks off with LAFC narrowly beating Inter Miami while New York Red Bulls emphasize a youth-driven lineup, highlighting key moments and headlines from Matchday 1.
Rothrock shines as Sounders open MLS season with 2-0 win over Rapids
The Seattle Sounders opened the 2026 MLS season with a 2-0 win over the Colorado Rapids, with Paul Rothrock assisting Albert Rusnák’s opener and then scoring the second; Jordan Morris left early with a thigh injury, the first half featured lengthy stoppages and reviews including a red-card incident that was downgraded to a yellow, and Rothrock’s all-around performance helped Seattle seize the win as they head to Real Salt Lake next weekend.
MLS clears Messi after tunnel clash with officials
MLS cleared Lionel Messi of any policy violation after video appeared to show him confronting match officials in a tunnel following Inter Miami's 3-0 loss to LAFC; officials confirmed he did not enter a restricted area or the referees' locker room, and no disciplinary action was taken.
Messi cleared by MLS after review of postmatch video
MLS concluded Lionel Messi did not violate league policy following a postmatch video that appeared to show him following referees; the league said the door shown was not to the officials’ locker room and Messi did not enter a restricted area, so no action was taken and he remains eligible for Inter Miami's upcoming match.
Record MLS Attendance Set as LAFC–Inter Miami Clash Draws Big Crowd
A sold-out LAFC–Inter Miami match set a new MLS attendance record, highlighting growing fan interest and the league’s rising profile.
LAFC overpower Inter Miami 3-0 to start the 2026 MLS season
LAFC beat Inter Miami 3-0 in the 2026 MLS season opener, with David Martinez, Denis Bouanga and Nathan Ordaz scoring as LAFC controlled the match on the counter. Messi linked with teammates but Miami failed to finish and couldn’t penetrate a disciplined LAFC defense.
MLS Roars Into 2026 as World Cup Fever Fuels Record Kickoff
MLS kicks off the 2026 season amid World Cup momentum in North America, with every match on Apple TV, a record-opening weekend (Inter Miami CF vs LAFC), the April 4 Miami Freedom Park opening, and milestones like the All-Star Game, Leagues Cup, and a December MLS Cup Playoffs finale, with a World Cup pause in late May.
Crew add veteran Portuguese midfielder André Gomes
The Columbus Crew announced the signing of free-agent midfielder André Gomes, a Portuguese international who has previously played for Benfica, Valencia, Barcelona, Everton and Lille. Gomes is signed through June 2027 with a club option for 2027-28 and will occupy an international roster spot pending ITC and P-1 Visa clearance.
Inter Miami Secures Extra International Slot From Revs
Inter Miami CF has acquired an additional international roster slot from the New England Revolution, expanding MLS roster flexibility to add international players.
The World Cup Bump: Is MLS's 2026 boost real or hype?
The piece questions whether MLS will see a genuine World Cup bump in 2026, noting mixed past evidence of attendance and viewership impacts, and arguing that any boost may be modest; MLS is pursuing a large, league-wide marketing push and heavy Apple TV exposure to capitalize on the US-hosted World Cup, but experts caution the effect is unlikely to dramatically alter the league's trajectory.
FOX Sports Reveals 2026 MLS Schedule Highlighting Messi-Driven Inter Miami Matchups
FOX Sports and FOX Deportes unveiled the Major League Soccer 2026 regular-season broadcast plan: 34 matches in total with 15 on FOX and 19 on FS1, and every game carried in Spanish on FOX Deportes. The season kicks off Feb. 21 with FC Cincinnati hosting Atlanta United, and includes two high-profile Inter Miami CF appearances featuring Lionel Messi—May 2 against Orlando City SC on FS1 and May 24 against the Philadelphia Union on FOX. The schedule resumes after the FIFA World Cup 2026 pause with a July 17 doubleheader two days before the World Cup Final, before MLS playoffs wrap up on FOX/FOX Deportes. Broadcast details, including further match assignments, will be announced as the season progresses.
MLS Leverages World Cup Buzz With Fox Doubleheader Ahead of the Final
MLS unveiled a 34-game 2026 schedule. With the World Cup in North America looming, the league will pause for nearly two months and resume July 17, before the Final. Fox will air a World Cup‑driven doubleheader two days before the Final: Atlanta United at Nashville SC (8 p.m. ET on Fox) and LA Galaxy vs. LAFC (10:30 p.m. ET on FS1). Apple TV remains the exclusive home for all MLS games through 2028-29 with no Season Pass paywall, while Fox continues as a key exposure partner under the current rights arrangement.