MLS
Major League Soccer (MLS) is the top professional soccer league in the United States and Canada. It began in 1993 as part of the United States' bid to host the 1994 FIFA World Cup and launched its first season in 1996 with 12 teams. The league features a mix of domestic and international talent and operates under a salary-cap system with designated players.
⚡ Attack-minded and fast-paced league with a balance of young talent and experienced players, employing a salary-cap and designated-player structure to attract star names.
📌 Notable Facts
- Established in 1993 as part of the U.S. bid for the 1994 FIFA World Cup.
- Expanded from 12 teams in 1996 to nearly 30 teams across the United States and Canada.
- Operates under a single-entity structure with a salary cap and designated-player rules to balance competition and talent acquisition.
📊 League Table
| # | Team | M | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 21 | 10 | 7 | 4 | +13 | 37 | |
| 2 | 22 | 9 | 8 | 5 | +8 | 35 | |
| 3 | 22 | 9 | 8 | 5 | +5 | 35 | |
| 4 | 22 | 10 | 4 | 8 | +3 | 34 | |
| 5 | 23 | 10 | 4 | 9 | +2 | 34 | |
| 6 | 22 | 8 | 9 | 5 | +6 | 33 | |
| 7 | 23 | 8 | 9 | 6 | +4 | 33 | |
| 8 | 23 | 9 | 4 | 10 | -2 | 31 | |
| 9 | 23 | 8 | 6 | 9 | +1 | 30 | |
| 10 | 22 | 9 | 3 | 10 | -1 | 30 | |
| 11 | 23 | 7 | 9 | 7 | -5 | 30 | |
| 12 | 23 | 8 | 5 | 10 | -2 | 29 | |
| 13 | 21 | 7 | 7 | 7 | +3 | 28 | |
| 14 | 23 | 9 | 6 | 8 | +1 | 28 | |
| 15 | 22 | 7 | 5 | 10 | -17 | 26 | |
| 16 | 22 | 5 | 9 | 8 | -2 | 24 | |
| 17 | 23 | 7 | 3 | 13 | -4 | 24 | |
| 18 | 22 | 5 | 6 | 11 | -13 | 21 |
Champions / European Qualification
Relegation Zone