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
| # | Zespół | M | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 24 | 11 | 8 | 5 | +12 | 41 | |
| 2 | 23 | 10 | 8 | 5 | +10 | 38 | |
| 3 | 24 | 10 | 8 | 6 | +5 | 38 | |
| 4 | 24 | 11 | 4 | 9 | +4 | 37 | |
| 5 | 24 | 10 | 5 | 9 | +2 | 35 | |
| 6 | 24 | 8 | 10 | 6 | +4 | 34 | |
| 7 | 24 | 8 | 9 | 7 | +3 | 33 | |
| 8 | 24 | 9 | 6 | 9 | +2 | 33 | |
| 9 | 23 | 10 | 3 | 10 | 0 | 33 | |
| 10 | 24 | 8 | 8 | 8 | +4 | 32 | |
| 11 | 24 | 10 | 6 | 8 | +4 | 31 | |
| 12 | 24 | 9 | 4 | 11 | -4 | 31 | |
| 13 | 24 | 7 | 10 | 7 | -5 | 31 | |
| 14 | 24 | 8 | 5 | 11 | -4 | 29 | |
| 15 | 24 | 6 | 10 | 8 | -1 | 28 | |
| 16 | 24 | 8 | 3 | 13 | -3 | 27 | |
| 17 | 24 | 7 | 6 | 11 | -19 | 27 | |
| 18 | 24 | 5 | 7 | 12 | -14 | 22 |
① New York Red Bulls' home efficiency and MLS form give them the nod.
② Montreal could mount a counter and grab a goal.
③ A 2-1 home win seems likely with both sides contributing.
① Cincinnati's home performance and roster depth should edge this.
② Toronto FC can threaten on counters but may come up short.
③ A 2-1 Cincinnati victory with both teams scoring is plausible.
① New England Revolution leverage home advantage to edge Houston.
② Both teams should find the net as Houston counters.
③ NE's attack should prove too strong for the Dynamo.
① NYCFC control the match at home with patient build-up.
② Orlando City struggle to breach NYC's backline.
③ A clean NYCFC win is on the cards.
① Inter Miami's quality could break DC's resistance.
② DC United will push to disrupt and counter.
③ Miami's firepower should decide the result away from home.
① Atlanta United impose themselves on Real Salt Lake at home.
② Salt Lake will struggle to create clear chances.
③ A comfortable home win with a clean sheet is on the cards.
① Austin's attacking quality tests Charlotte's defense on home turf.
② Charlotte FC will look to exploit space on the counter.
③ An away win for Austin is likely with goals at both ends.
① Strong home advantage expected.
② The hosts have been dominant at home recently.
③ Expect a controlled performance from the home side.
① A tight contest is expected.
② Both teams are evenly matched this season.
③ Could go either way but slight edge to experience.
① Away form is superior.
② The visitors have won their last 3 away games.
③ Defensive fragility at home could be exploited.
① Even matchup, goals likely.
② Both attacks have been in fine form.
③ Defensive errors could lead to a high-scoring game.
① Defensive battle expected.
② Both teams prioritize organization at the back.
③ Few clear-cut chances are anticipated.
① High-scoring derby predicted.
② Historical meetings suggest plenty of goals.
③ Both teams will push for attacking football.
① Home momentum continues.
② The hosts are on an impressive winning run.
③ Confidence is high in the home dressing room.
① Visitors look dangerous.
② Away team has key players returning from injury.
③ Their counter-attacking style could be decisive.