The 2026 World Cup is in the books, and Major League Soccer players impressed, with 46 taking part in the tournament and making a record-impact on the world stage for the league. While none were able to claim the trophy, the summer provided a landmark moment for soccer in North America, providing momentum that MLS hopes to harness in the coming weeks, months and years.
While MLS eased back into action with five games between the World Cup semifinals and final, the full return of the league arrives this Wednesday. Each of the 30 teams are in action, and most are expected to welcome back the talents who graced the sport’s greatest stage as well.
