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Ben Steiner

The Most Likely Player From Every MLS Team to Play in the World Cup

The 2026 World Cup is fast approaching and will see 104 games in 16 cities across the U.S., Mexico and Canada this summer, including 12 markets that are currently home to MLS teams. While only two MLS stadiums will be used for the tournament, the U.S. top-flight’s presence across the 48-team competition is undeniable.

While the 2022 World Cup saw 35 MLS players selected across 12 countries—a record representation for the league—the 2026 tournament will see far greater participation. Not only has the World Cup grown, but the league has too, with two more teams than in 2022. 

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