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Major League Soccer

Major League Soccer Overview

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'A fitting final chord' - Arshavin backs Messi for 2026 Ballon d'Or

Former Arsenal playmaker Andrey Arshavin believes Lionel Messi deserves to collect the 2026 Ballon d'Or following his heroic exploits for club and country. The Russian icon feels handing the Inter Miami talisman another golden ball would offer a poetic conclusion to his career at the highest level, citing his talismanic run to the World Cup final.

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'Moments I know I'm going to miss' - Messi prepares for Argentina farewell

Lionel Messi is preparing to bring an extraordinary 21-year international career to an emotional close when Argentina host Benin in Buenos Aires on Tuesday night. The 39-year-old icon completed his final training session at Ezeiza, taking time to reflect on his impending farewell as Lionel Scaloni's men gear up for an unforgettable occasion at Estadio Monumental.

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Messi links up with Albiceleste for historic send-off

Lionel Messi has linked up with the Argentina national squad at Ezeiza ahead of Tuesday's monumental farewell friendly against Benin in Buenos Aires. The eight-time Ballon d'Or winner is preparing to pull on the Albiceleste shirt for the final time, bringing the curtain down on an unmatched 21-year international career on his own terms.

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Standings

Eastern

PosTeamPWDLFA+/-PTSForm
1Nashville SC crestNashville SC27186355213460
W
W
D
L
D
2New England Revolution crestNew England Revolution2714494536946
L
W
W
W
L
3Inter Miami CF crestInter Miami CF271210564501446
L
D
D
D
D
4Charlotte FC crestCharlotte FC2712784738943
L
W
D
W
D
5Chicago Fire FC crestChicago Fire FC2612684638842
W
L
L
D
D

Western

PosTeamPWDLFA+/-PTSForm
1Vancouver Whitecaps crestVancouver Whitecaps26155659263350
D
W
L
W
L
2St. Louis City crestSt. Louis City27138648361247
W
W
W
D
W
3FC Dallas crestFC Dallas2713865042847
W
D
W
W
W
4San Jose Earthquakes crestSan Jose Earthquakes27136849391045
W
D
W
W
D
5Houston Dynamo FC crestHouston Dynamo FC2713593432244
L
D
L
W
D
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Frequently asked questions

Los Angeles Galaxy have claimed the MLS title six times, more than any other club in the league's history. They first triumphed in 2002, and later went on to secure victories in 2005, 2011, 2012, 2014 and 2024, solidifying their dominance in Major League Soccer.

There are 30 teams in Major League Soccer as of the 2025 season. The league has seen steady expansion since its inception in 1996, when it began with just 10 teams. Over the years, it has added clubs across the US and Canada to reach its current size.

Nick Rimando holds the record for the most MLS appearances, having played 514 matches over the course of his career, which spanned from 2000 to 2019 with clubs like D.C. United, Miami Fusion, and Real Salt Lake.

Chris Wondolowski holds the record as the all-time top scorer in Major League Soccer, with 171 goals to his name. His scoring prowess helped establish him as one of the league's most iconic forwards during his career.

Landon Donovan leads the league's all-time assist charts with 136 assists. His playmaking ability was a key factor in his team's success over the years.

Pat Onstad is the oldest player to have ever featured in Major League Soccer, appearing in the league at the age of 43 years, 2 months, and 22 days. The game was when he featured in goal for DC United.

Cavan Sullivan made history as the youngest-ever player in MLS, debuting for his team at the age of 14 years and 293 days. His introduction to professional football at such a young age has set the stage for a promising future.

Famous players who have played in MLS include stars like David Beckham, Thierry Henry, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Wayne Rooney, Kaka, David Villa, Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez and Andrea Pirlo.

MLS' most famous managers include renowned figures like Bruce Arena, Patrick Vieira, Thierry Henry, Frank de Boer, and Tata Martino.

The Bank of America Stadium, originally inaugurated as Ericsson Stadium in 1996, stands as the largest venue in Major League Soccer, boasting an impressive capacity of 75,412 seats. It is home to Charlotte FC.

Argentine World Cup-winning attacking midfielder Thiago Almada is the most expensive MLS signing of all-time. Atlanta United bought Almada from Velez Sarsfield for around $16 million, in 2022.