Major League Soccer opens the season with eyes on the World Cup and a schedule shift in 2027

Major League Soccer opens its 31st season this weekend, kicking off one of the most consequential stretches in the league’s history.

David Beckham Shares Emotional Message Ahead of Inter Miami’s MLS Cup Defense

Inter Miami open the 2026 MLS season on Saturday against Son Heung-min’s LAFC.

Top 5 MLS storylines: Messi eyes more titles, USA players seek World Cup spots

Here are five big storylines to follow as the 2026 MLS campaign gets underway.

MLS 2026 Guide: Preview, Schedule, World Cup Break, Transfer Updates And More – All You Need To Know

Know all about the new Major League Soccer season, including preview, schedule details, FIFA World Cup break and format change, transfer and managerial updates, and more

MLS Golden Boot: The Favorites to Win in 2026

Lionel Messi could see another Inter Miami teammate win the title in 2026.

MLS Teases 2026 Season Coverage With 'Rivalry-Driven Storytelling' on Apple TV

It's almost professional soccer season in North America, and 2026 is promising to be one of the biggest years ever for the sport. Ahead of the MLS Is Back season openers on Saturday, Apple TV teased what to expect from its state-of-the-art coverage going forward.

Survival to spotlight: How MLS built a more than 30-year run to 2026 World Cup with risks, a plan and hope

MLS commissioner Don Garber summed this up well during his state of the league address in December, saying, "We'd love to say that [the World Cup is] the rocket fuel, but this jet has been running for 30 years, and it's going to run for another 30."