Major League Soccer

Professional soccer league in the United States and Canada

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Major League Soccer (MLS) is a men's professional soccer league sanctioned by the United States Soccer Federation, which represents the sport's highest level in the United States. The league comprises 29 teams—26 in the United States and 3 in Canada—since the 2023 season. MLS is headquartered in Midtown Manhattan.

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'The time difference isn't easy but I still follow Spurs' Hugo Lloris tells BBC Sport about life in the MLS with LAFC, his thoughts on Spurs under Ange Postecoglou and his hopes for France at Euro 2024 BBC Sport - Published 2 weeks ago
LAFC boss says snow game was 'absolute joke' Los Angeles FC manager Steve Cherundolo says it was an "absolute joke" his team played in heavy snow in their 3-0 Major League Soccer loss at Real Salt Lake. BBC Sport - Published on March 3, 2024
Suarez and Messi score twice in 5-0 Inter Miami win Luis Suarez scores his first goals for Inter Miami and Lionel Messi also nets twice in a 5-0 win over Orlando City in the MLS. BBC Sport - Published on March 2, 2024

Ramsay leaves Man Utd for MLS head coach role Welshman Eric Ramsay becomes the youngest head coach in Major League Soccer history as he leaves Manchester United to join Minnesota United. BBC Sport - Published on February 27, 2024
Jason Sudeikis and Brendan Hunt Attend LAFC Game Before SAG Awards Jason Sudeikis and Brendan Hunt have their priorities in order ... hanging out "Ted Lasso" style before rolling up to the SAG Awards by hitting a pro soccer match. The actors pulled up to MLS team.. TMZ.com - Published on February 25, 2024
Messi stars as Inter Miami win MLS opener Lionel Messi plays a key role in Inter Miami's win over Real Salt Lake in Major League Soccer's season opener. BBC Sport - Published on February 22, 2024

Welcome to Messi League Soccer - Leo mania hits USA The 29th season of Major League Soccer is set to be one of the most significant in the history of the North American league. BBC Sport - Published on February 20, 2024
What is the worst away game in Major League Soccer? Former Manchester City and Real Salt Lake defender Nedum Onuoha discusses his least favourite places to play in MLS. BBC Sport - Published on February 19, 2024
I was always looking to come to MLS – Lloris Former Tottenham goalkeeper Hugo Lloris reflects on his move to Los Angeles FC and says he was always looking to move to Major League Soccer. BBC Sport - Published on February 15, 2024
Gauld has sights on Scotland call-up after new MLS deal Scottish midfielder Ryan Gauld says he has not given up on his hopes of playing for Scotland after agreeing a lucrative new deal with MLS side Vancouver Whitecaps. BBC Sport - Published on January 25, 2024

Lloris leaves Spurs for Los Angeles FC Major League Soccer side Los Angeles FC sign goalkeeper Hugo Lloris from Tottenham Hotspur on a free transfer. BBC Sport - Published on December 30, 2023
Spurs keeper Lloris in talks with MLS side LAFC Tottenham goalkeeper Hugo Lloris is in talks to join Major League Soccer side Los Angeles FC on a free transfer, ending 11 years in north London. BBC Sport - Published on December 28, 2023
US Soccer rejects US Open Cup request from MLS US Soccer rejects Major League Soccer's request to field their reserve teams in the knockout US Open Cup. BBC Sport - Published on December 20, 2023	'Messi mania one of biggest revolutions in US sport' Lionel Messi's arrival at Inter Miami is 'gripping' the United States and improving the trajectory of MLS, writes Guillem Balague. BBC Sport - Published on November 27, 2023
Neville appointed Portland Timbers boss in MLS Phil Neville is appointed the new Portland Timbers manager on a contract until 2026. BBC Sport - Published on November 6, 2023	Messi up for MLS award despite playing just six games Lionel Messi is named as a finalist for Major League Soccer's Newcomer of the Year award, after playing just six games for Inter Miami. BBC Sport - Published on October 26, 2023
MLS newcomers St Louis eye history in play-offs St Louis City have had a remarkable debut season in Major League Soccer. But far from resting on their laurels, the expansion side want to go all the way in the play-offs. BBC Sport - Published on October 23, 2023	Messi will not go on loan after MLS season - Balague Lionel Messi will not be joining another team on loan once Inter Miami's Major League Soccer season ends, says Guillem Balague. BBC Sport - Published on October 11, 2023
Rooney parts ways with MLS club after failure to make playoffs Former Manchester United and England striker Wayne Rooney has left his role as head coach of DC United. Sky News - Published on October 8, 2023	It is the right time to leave - Rooney Wayne Rooney says it is "the right time" to leave DC United and head back to England after he fails to lead them to the MLS post-season playoffs. BBC Sport - Published on October 8, 2023
Rooney leaves DC United by mutual consent Wayne Rooney leaves his role as coach of MLS side DC United by mutual consent after his side fail to make the play-offs. BBC Sport - Published on October 8, 2023	Inter Miami's play-off hopes hit in Messi's absence Inter Miami's MLS play-off hopes suffer a setback as they are beaten 4-1 by Chicago Fire, with Lionel Messi missing the game through injury. BBC Sport - Published on October 5, 2023
MLS sacks player after fake name and ban claims Montreal midfielder Matko Miljevic has his contract terminated by Major League Soccer following claims he received a ban from an amateur league while playing under an alias. BBC Sport - Published on September 18, 2023	Arena resigns after MLS investigation into remarks Head coach Bruce Arena resigns from MLS side New England Revolution after "insensitive and inappropriate" remarks. BBC Sport - Published on September 10, 2023
Messi fails to score as Inter Miami draw Lionel Messi fails to score as Inter Miami draw 0-0 with Nashville SC in Major League Soccer, ending the club's nine-game winning run in all competitions. BBC Sport - Published on August 31, 2023	Herdman resigns as Canada manager to take MLS role Englishman John Herdman resigns as Canada men's football head coach to take over at MLS bottom side Toronto FC. BBC Sport - Published on August 28, 2023
Messi penalty joy as Miami reach US Open Cup final Inter Miami stage dramatic comeback to reach their second final since Lionel Messi joined the MLS side. BBC Sport - Published on August 24, 2023	Messi scores another stunning brace for Inter Miami Lionel Messi scored twice to help Inter Miami beat MLS rivals FC Dallas and reach the quarter-final of the Leagues Cup BBC Sport - Published on August 7, 2023
MLS investigating Revolution boss Arena New England Revolution boss Bruce Arena has been placed on administrative leave pending a review into allegations of "insensitive and inappropriate remarks". BBC Sport - Published on August 1, 2023	DC United trainer fired for 'discriminatory' gesture The hand gesture was spotted in a social media photograph of the MLS football team's staff. BBC Sport - Published on July 22, 2023
Kim Kardashian With Saint at Lionel Messi's First MLS Game, Plus LeBron and Tristan Kim Kardashian is taking her soccer mom game to the next level ... bringing son Saint with her to Lionel Messi's first game with his new Major League Soccer club. Kim and Saint are among the celebs in.. TMZ.com - Published on July 22, 2023	Havertz scores as Arsenal beat MLS All-Stars 5-0 Kai Havertz scores as Arsenal beat MLS All-Stars 5-0, while fellow new summer signings Declan Rice and Jurrien Timber also came on as substitutes for the Gunners. BBC Sport - Published on July 20, 2023
Messi move shows 'no ceiling' for MLS & US game Football administrator Victor Montagliani says Lionel Messi's move to Major League Soccer shows there is "no ceiling" for the game in that region. BBC Sport - Published on July 16, 2023	Inter Miami unveil Messi as new signing MLS side Inter Miami announce Argentina forward and seven-time Ballon d'Or winner Lionel Messi as their new signing. BBC Sport - Published on July 16, 2023
Argentina's Messi joins Inter Miami until 2025 Argentina forward Lionel Messi signs for American MLS side Inter Miami on a deal that runs until 2025. BBC Sport - Published on July 15, 2023	MLS Goalkeeper Nick Marsman Bitten By Spider At Zoo, Hospitalized Inter Miami goalkeeper Nick Marsman -- who's slated to be teammates with Lionel Messi later this summer -- was attacked by a spider at a zoo recently ... and the bite was apparently so bad, the soccer.. TMZ.com - Published on June 21, 2023
Messi to join Inter Miami Argentina legend Lionel Messi will join MLS side Inter Miami after leaving Paris St-Germain. BBC Sport - Published on June 7, 2023	'Too old? I made the Premier League look old' Whilst playing in the MLS at LA Galaxy, Zlatan Ibrahimovic reflects on his time in the Premier League at Manchester United, and the "amazing" connection he had on the pitch with Paul Pogba. BBC Sport - Published on June 5, 2023
Inter Miami sack coach Neville after poor run Major League Soccer side Inter Miami sack coach Phil Neville with the club bottom of the Eastern Conference after 15 games. BBC Sport - Published on June 1, 2023	MLS forward gets six-game ban for racist remark Major League Soccer suspends New York Red Bulls forward Dante Vanzeir for six games for using a racist remark during Saturday's match against the San Jose Earthquakes. BBC Sport - Published on April 14, 2023
Red Bulls' Vanzeir 'sorry' for using racist slur New York Red Bulls forward Dante Vanzeir apologises for using a racist remark during his side's MLS game against San Jones Earthquakes. BBC Sport - Published on April 11, 2023	Limbo ends for Forest's O'Brien as he joins Rooney in MLS Nottingham Forest midfielder Lewis O'Brien - left out of the squad after a failed deadline-day move to Blackburn - joins MLS side DC United on loan. BBC Sport - Published on March 20, 2023
Forest's O'Brien close to DC United loan move Nottingham Forest midfielder Lewis O'Brien is in talks with Major League Soccer outfit DC United about a loan move. BBC Sport - Published on March 9, 2023	The female-run MLS club inspiring girls and making history St Louis City SC CEO and president Carolyn Kindle, the league's first female club owner, tells BBC Sport about being a businesswoman, inspiring young girls and learning about the beautiful game. BBC Sport - Published on March 8, 2023
Celtic striker Giakoumakis joins Atlanta in MLS Celtic have confirmed striker Giorgos Giakoumakis has joined MLS side Atlanta United. BBC Sport - Published on February 8, 2023	MLS Player Anton Walkes Dead At 25 After Boat Accident In Florida Pro soccer player Anton Walkes -- defender and midfielder for Charlotte FC -- tragically died after a boat accident in Florida, the team announced. He was only 25 years old. The Major League Soccer.. TMZ.com - Published on January 19, 2023
Ex-Spurs defender Walkes dies aged 25 in accident English defender Anton Walkes, who played for MLS club Charlotte, dies aged 25. BBC Sport - Published on January 19, 2023	Klich joins DC United after Leeds departure Mateusz Klich joins Major League Soccer club DC United on a two-year deal after leaving Leeds United. BBC Sport - Published on January 12, 2023
Klich set for Leeds exit after tearful goodbye Mateusz Klich set to leave Leeds and move to a club in America's MLS after making a tearful goodbye at Elland Road on Wednesday. BBC Sport - Published on January 4, 2023