Introducing five leading MLS players steering their countries toward next summer’s FIFA World Cup
The last match in the qualification cycle for November’s FIFA World Cup is approaching, with numerous nations vying for a place among the 48 that will make it to next summer’s tournament in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Among them are several current Major League Soccer players who have a chance to secure perhaps their […]
Mauricio Pochettino believes the shift in the MLS schedule was a smart move.
MLS Changes Calendar to Align with European Season CHESTER, Pa. — During a press conference, manager Mauricio Pochettino clearly expressed his enthusiasm for Major League Soccer’s decision to alter its calendar to match the traditional European schedule. This change, taking place just before the US Men’s National Team faces Paraguay in suburban Philadelphia, was termed […]
MLS is officially changing its schedule to align with European leagues.
MLS Aligns Calendar with European Leagues Starting in 2027 Owners of Major League Soccer have decided to shift the league’s calendar to match the schedules of top European leagues and FIFA’s international timetable beginning in 2027. This means MLS will transition to a July-to-May season. In addition, MLS plans to evolve from a two-conference structure […]
MLS is adjusting its schedule to match the global calendar. Here’s the reason.
Is American Professional Soccer Keeping Up? On Thursday, Major League Soccer announced a significant change: starting in the summer of 2027, they will align their schedule with that of the world’s leading leagues. This shift means MLS will run from August to May, culminating in championship matches during May. Along with the adjustment to the […]
MLS owners preparing to vote on possible major changes
Major League Soccer on the Verge of Significant Changes Major League Soccer seems poised for a transformative shift. A vote among team owners is set for Thursday concerning the transition to a fall-to-spring schedule, which would align MLS more closely with prestigious European leagues. This would also mean a move from the current two-conference format […]
NYCFC defeats Charlotte in Game 3 to move forward in the MLS playoffs
NYCFC Defeats Charlotte FC in Playoff Showdown CHARLOTTE, N.C. – In a thrilling match on Friday night, Nicolas Fernandez scored twice during stoppage time, while Alonso Martinez added another goal early in the second half, leading New York City FC to a 3-1 win over Charlotte FC. This victory clinched the best-of-three series in the […]
NYCFC excited for crucial Game 3 against Charlotte with a chance for an MLS semifinal spot at stake
NYCFC’s Game 3 Strategy After Heartbreaking Loss Following New York City FC’s tough defeat to Charlotte FC in Game 2, head coach Pascal Jansen decided to implement what he calls the “24-hour rule.” This gives his players a day to process their feelings before getting back into training. “They were given 24 hours to handle […]
MLS Cup playoffs: Forecasting the Eastern Conference Best-of-3 series
Upcoming Eastern Conference Playoff Matchups This weekend marks the second round of the Eastern Conference games, with teams striving to advance to the MLS semifinals after securing their initial victories. Some squads, like Miami, looked strong after their comfortable win against Nashville in Game 1. On the flip side, Philadelphia managed a win but it […]
MLS Cup playoffs: Forecasting the Best-of-3 round in the Western Conference
From a broader view, it seems that the path to represent the Western Conference in the MLS Cup Finals will likely go through either San Diego or Los Angeles. Some might argue that it’s a bit early for conclusions, yet both teams showed solid performances in their first matches, even if the scorelines didn’t fully […]
Son Heung-Min. A fantastic fit for MLS? Definitely. Goal of the Year recipient? Hold on.
Son Heung-min Joins MLS with Impact Since Son Heung-min made his move to Major League Soccer, the league has gained another player who’s considered a prime-age talent, which is a refreshing change. MLS has faced a lot of criticism in the past for having too many veteran players just looking to cash in their last […]