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 […]
Three questions to think about as the MLS playoffs proceed this weekend
MLS Playoff Insights: Rivalries and Key Questions The opening week of the MLS Playoffs was genuinely entertaining, particularly the thrilling rivalries showcased, like the Hell Is Real clash between FC Cincinnati and Columbus Crew, along with the face-off between FC Dallas and Vancouver FC. As we look ahead to this weekend, where many teams find […]
Matt Freese, the goalkeeper for NYCFC, selected as a finalist for an MLS award
Matt Freeze Surprised by MLS Goalkeeper of the Year Nomination Matt Freeze isn’t really one to boast about his achievements, so it wasn’t shocking when he found out he was a finalist for MLS Goalkeeper of the Year through an email from his girlfriend. “I honestly didn’t even know that was happening,” he mentioned to […]
Inter Miami and Nashville SC start the first round of the MLS playoffs. Let’s see how they compare.
Playoff Showdown: Inter Miami vs. Nashville SC It’s that exciting time in Major League Soccer—playoffs are here! One matchup that has everyone buzzing is the first-round best-of-three series between No. 3 Inter Miami and No. 6 Nashville SC, kicking off this Friday at 8 p.m., available on Apple TV and FS1. This piece isn’t so […]