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MLS 2026 predictions: Messi v Son, a Timo Werner rebirth and are Inter Miami inevitable?

The 2026 MLS season kicks off on Saturday. Our writers discuss the teams, players and story lines they’re watching this year

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The Top 10 Stars in MLS in 2026—Ranked

The fourth decade of MLS kicks off with a stacked roster of superstars.

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2026 MLS Western Conference: Preview, Season Predictions—Repeat Success in Store

The 31st edition of MLS could be extremely competitive with a number of sides looking more than capable on paper.

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MLS Jerseys 2026: Ranking All 30 New Looks From Worst to Best

The 2026 season will bring some fresh looks—some far better than others.

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The 10 Richest MLS Clubs in 2026—Ranked

Five clubs in Major League Soccer are worth over $1 billion.

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MLS Teams That Could Win the 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup—Ranked

There are nine MLS teams participating in the 27-club competition.

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2026 MLS Roster Moves: Full List of Trades, Signings, Player Arrivals and Departures

Inter Miami and the rest of MLS teams are building their rosters ahead of the 2025 season looking to dethrone the LA Galaxy.

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Potential MLS Destinations for Weston McKennie—Ranked

The American midfielder’s contract with Juventus is set to expire at the end of the season.

Sports Illustrated

What MLS Divisions Could Look Like As League-Sweeping Changes Loom—Report

Major League Soccer is set to introduce five divisions in 2027.

Sports Illustrated

One Need for Every MLS Eastern Conference Club Heading Into 2026

Every team will need to make some shifts heading into the new year, even the highly flawed MLS Cup champions.

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Inter Miami vs. New York City FC: MLS Cup Eastern Conference Final–Preview, Predictions and Lineups

Miami on the cusp of qualifying for MLS Cup for the first time in club's history.

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Inter Miami vs. New York City FC: Three Key Battles That Could Decide MLS Eastern Conference Final

The odds are against New York City FC pulling off an upset at Chase Stadium on Saturday night.

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Inter Miami Player Ratings vs. FC Cincinnati: Herons, Messi Make History in Eastern Conference Semifinals

Inter Miami picked up a 4–0 win against higher-seeded FC Cincinnati thanks to a masterclass from Lionel Messi.

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FC Cincinnati vs. Inter Miami—MLS Cup Playoffs: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

Miami hope to qualify for the Eastern Conference final for the first time in club history.

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Eight USMNT Players to Watch in the MLS Cup Playoff Conference Semifinals

A quick turnaround for several stars after their November camp.

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Jordi Alba Reveals Lionel Messi’s True Feelings About Barcelona Exit

Jordi Alba’s historic career could unceremoniously end Sunday.

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The Ultimate MLS Cup Playoff Conference Semifinals Preview

Thomas Müller and Son Heung-min face off for the first time in MLS, Lionel Messi continues his quest for glory and more in the conference semifinals.

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Every MLS Cup Final Host Scenario Explained Ahead of Conference Semifinals

Eastern Conference sides have a major advantage if they qualify for the final.

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MLS Cup Playoffs: Conference Semifinals Schedules Confirmed, All Possible Finals Matchups

Lionel Messi, Thomas Müller, Son Heung-min and other stars have their eyes on the next round of the MLS Cup playoffs.

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Lionel Messi Hits Outrageous Milestone in Inter Miami Win, Closing on All Time Record

The Argentine helped Inter Miami take the next steps towards the 2025 MLS Cup with a pair of goals and assists.

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Who Inter Miami Play in the MLS Eastern Conference Semifinals

Inter Miami are three wins away from becoming MLS Cup champions.

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Inter Miami Player Ratings vs. Nashville SC: Herons Make MLS Cup Playoff History

For the first time ever, Inter Miami have advanced past the first round of the MLS Cup playoffs.

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MLS Cup Playoffs Predictions: Every Decisive Game Three Clash in Round One

Five of the eight series in the first round will be decided in Game 3 showdowns.

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USMNT Roster: Mauricio Pochettino Recalls Surprise Christian Pulisic Replacement

Pochettino has handed out some intriguing recalls for friendlies against Paraguay and Uruguay.

The Guardian - US

Gio Reyna returns to USMNT squad as Pulisic and McKennie miss out

The Borussia Mönchengladbach midfielder returns to the national team for the first time since March as injuries and recoveries rule out regulars

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