Major League Soccer

Join MLS as we celebrate #AsianPacificHeritageMonth by spotlighting members of our Asians in MLS (AIM) Employee Resource Group.   Today we are excited to feature Ted Lee, Senior Manager of Club Marketing. See his profile to know why representation matters to him. 

Today marks a major milestone as we are proud to officially unveil our new global headquarters at 2 Penn Plaza in New York City, a space designed to reflect the growth, ambition, and future of our league.   A purpose-built, technology-enabled hub that brings together our people, our clubs, and the game itself, every detail reflects who we are as a league with key features including:   ◾ 126,000 sq ft across two floors ◾ 80+ meeting and collaboration spaces ◾ Designed around an “office as a stadium” concept inspired by the game ◾ Home to MLS’ Match Day Center Operations Hub ◾ Integrated digital signage with real-time sports data ◾ Tunnel-inspired arrival experience with dynamic lighting and customizable digital moments ◾ Tifo-inspired installations, club moments, and curated artifacts reinforcing our league’s connection to its communities, players, and fans Symbolizing a pivotal transition for MLS, the new headquarters is a celebration of three decades of building the sport’s foundation. As MLS continues to grow, this new home strengthens our ability to operate at a global scale, and reinforces our commitment to investing in the future of the sport. Photo Credit: Eric Laignel

Major League Soccer is proud to introduce the 2026 cohort of the MLS Innovation Lab, our third class comprised of leading startup companies from around the world helping shape the future of the game. ◾ Springbok Analytics ◾ ORRECO ◾ FIT:MATCH.ai ◾ Advanced Image Robotics ◾ WMT Digital With this year’s cohort focused on the areas of player performance, fan engagement, and media production, throughout the program each member of the cohort will work alongside MLS to participate in real-world testing at environments at marquee league events, delivering insights and solutions that can scale across the league’s ecosystem.   Reinforcing the league’s commitment to remaining at the forefront of technology in global soccer, the MLS Innovation Lab is a key component of the league’s broader innovation strategy of identifying emerging technologies that can shape the future of the industry for years to come.   Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eY5gd5QH

Today, in partnership with KKR, MLS is proud to announce the creation of Hometown Soccer Holdings, a new platform designed to support the evolution of MLS NEXT Pro. Since its formation in 2022 as a professional soccer league in the U.S. and Canada that completes the pro player pathway from MLS NEXT to MLS first teams, MLS NEXT Pro has become a critical part of the MLS ecosystem and a driving force of soccer’s growth across North America. This investment will act as a commercial engine supporting stadium development in new communities, creating new club brands for MLS-affiliated teams, and enhancing the fan experience. Today’s announcement exemplifies the belief and momentum not only behind MLS NEXT Pro, but our sport as a whole as fan growth and commercial momentum continue to accelerate with the goal of continuing to deliver best-in-class experiences for fans in the places we play our matches. Learn More: https://lnkd.in/ev3kGeuJ

Major League Soccer has 18 of the 50 most valuable soccer clubs in the world, according to Sportico's annual ranking, more than any other league globally. Additionally, five MLS clubs rank among the world’s top 20, led by Inter Miami CF at a $1.45 billion valuation.   Over the past decade, MLS has seen strong momentum across club valuations, ownership demand, and fan engagement. New soccer-specific stadiums opening between 2026 and 2028 further reinforce that trajectory.   Looking ahead to 2027, MLS is evolving its competition structure and calendar to unlock the league’s next phase of growth.   Read more: https://lnkd.in/emctnHRu

In front of 75,824 fans, tonight’s match between Inter Miami CF and Colorado Rapids Soccer Club marked the third match to surpass 70,000 fans in the first two months of the 2026 MLS season. ◾ 75,824 (Inter Miami vs. Colorado Rapids) – Empower Field at Mile High – 04/18/2026 ◾ 75,673 (Inter Miami vs. LAFC) – LA Memorial Coliseum – 02/21/2026 ◾ 72,026 (Inter Miami vs. D.C United) – M&T Bank Stadium – 03/07/2026   Representing a milestone moment for both league and club, tonight’s match marked the second highest standalone crowd in MLS history and set a new all-time attendance record for the Colorado Rapids. 

Day two of the Sports Business Journal Business of Soccer Conference in Atlanta underscored something clear: the momentum behind the growth of our sport is already here and only building throughout this defining year. The day featured powerful fireside chats with Sir Mohamed Mansour and Arthur Blank, two visionary leaders whose belief in soccer has helped shape the trajectory of MLS, from Atlanta United’s launch to San Diego FC’s impressive start. We also heard from marketing leaders like MLS CMO Radhika Duggal, alongside partners from The Home Depot and Walmart, on how brands are leaning into soccer to connect with fans in more meaningful ways, especially as the global spotlight on the sport continues to grow. The day closed with a forward-looking discussion featuring leaders from MLS, CONCACAF, and FIFA. Gary Stevenson, MLS Deputy Commissioner, put the scale of the moment into perspective by highlighting how even a weekday World Cup draw can attract hundreds of millions of viewers globally, underscoring that this is far more than a sporting event. A month into the 2026 MLS season, we are already seeing that momentum translate across attendance, viewership, and fan engagement. With the World Cup as part of an already exciting season, the global spotlight will only amplify the energy around the game. Following the tournament, MLS will carry that momentum forward, from the return to play through the MLS All-Star Game presented by Chime and into a compelling push throughout the Audi 2026 MLS Cup Playoffs.

#WomensHistoryMonth is a time to honor the past, present, and future. This month, MLS is proud to spotlight members of our Women @ MLS Employee Resource Group, and recognize the leadership, creativity, and community they build every day. Their stories reflect the power of representation and the value of creating space to lead, grow, and be heard. Today we spotlight Tyreeka Peynado, a valued contributor to our Partner Media Management team and member of multiple ERGs. #WHM #WomenInSoccer #WomenInSports

As we look ahead to an important stretch for soccer across North America, there is strong momentum and excitement building across the sport, and that was on full display at The Business of Soccer in Atlanta. Day one featured MLS Commissioner Don Garber, Concacaf President and FIFA Vice President Victor Montagliani, and U.S. Soccer President Cindy Parlow Cone, in a conversation moderated by SBJ’s Abe Madkour, highlighting this generational moment and the global growth ahead for MLS. The day also included a panel on stadium development moderated by SBJ’s Bret McCormick, with Chicago Fire President of Business Operations Dave Baldwin, New England Revolution President Brian Bilello, and New York City FC President & CEO Brad Sims. The day concluded with a fireside chat between CNN’s Coy Wire and Clark Hunt, Chairman and CEO of the Kansas City Chiefs and FC Dallas, who shared his perspectives on leadership, growth, and the evolving soccer landscape. We look ahead to day two with more thought-provoking insights and conversations shaping the future of the game.

We’re honored to once again be partnering with Leaders in Sport, Sports Business Journal, CONCACAF, and the U.S. Soccer Federation for The Business of Soccer conference taking place in Atlanta this week. Featuring some of the most influential figures in global soccer, this conference will offer a prime platform with discussions designed to highlight the unprecedented opportunity at hand to capitalize on the continued momentum around our sport’s growth during the most exciting era in North American soccer history. Full agenda: https://lnkd.in/eHUnitUm