Son has had quite the World Cup journey -- but will 2026 be his final hurrah?
Son Heung-Min's previous three World Cups perfectly mirrored where he was in his career. So what does 2026 hold for him?
Gregg Berhalter's USMNT firing helped pave the way for son Sebastian's World Cup dream
Two years after Gregg Berhalter was fired as coach, son Sebastian will play for the USMNT at the World Cup. "I never could have picked him," Gregg said.
Which MLS players are in the 2026 World Cup? Full list
Over 40 MLS players were called up to represent their countries at the 2026 World Cup. Find out who made the list.
Socceroos' Herrington, 18, shrugs off transfer talk
Lucas Herrington is aware of the hype surrounding his rapid rise to the Socceroos and the growing talk of European club interest, but he's not allowing that noise to distract him.
Sources: Hoyos to stay as Miami coach post-WC
Guillermo Hoyos will continue to lead Inter Miami as head coach following Major League Soccer's World Cup break, sources told ESPN.
MLS goes gaga for Bafana duo, and honestly? Same!
Major League Soccer (MLS) is pretty obsessed with South Africa's players in the United States's league, judging by the excited reaction to Mbekezeli Mbokazi and Ulwethu Makhanya's selections to the national team.
Who is Chicago Fire and Bafana defender Mbekezeli 'TLB' Mbokazi?
Mbekezeli Mbokazi -- known back home as "TLB" -- has transitioned from newfound stardom in South Africa to becoming the bedrock of the Chicago Fire FC's defensive line.
MLS-worst Philadelphia fire coach Carnell, SD
The last-place Philadelphia Union fired coach Bradley Carnell on Wednesday as part of a front-office overhaul that included naming Jon Scheer as sporting director.
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Miami confirms Messi subbed after muscle fatigue
Inter Miami CF said Monday that Lionel Messi suffered from muscle fatigue in his left hamstring during Sunday's win over the Philadelphia Union, forcing him to leave the game in the 73rd minute.
Neville out at Portland amid ongoing struggles
Phil Neville is out at the Portland Timbers after two-and-a-half seasons, the MLS club announced Monday.
MLS Power Rankings: Vancouver, Nashville, Miami lock in top three spots
Vancouver and Nashville are the hottest teams in MLS heading into the World Cup break, which is why they are ranked first and second in our ESPN Power Rankings.
Messi tracker: All goals, assists, key moments for Miami, Argentina in 2026
ESPN provides game-by-game analysis of Lionel Messi's performances for Inter Miami and Argentina.
Argentina, World Cup fans on tenterhooks as Messi limps off
Soccer fans around the world are now holding their breath after Lionel Messi appeared to injure his leg in the final MLS match before the 2026 World Cup.
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Messi subbed off early in Miami win over Philadelphia
Messi, who almost never gets subbed out of matches, left in the 73rd minute, meaning he was long gone before Luis Suárez's third goal of the night lifted the defending MLS champions past the last-place Philadelphia Union 6-4 on Sunday night.
Inter Miami CF vs. Philadelphia Union - Game Highlights (1:12)
Messi exit overshadows Miami win, record half
Lionel Messi left the field in the 72nd minute of Inter Miami's 6-4 win over the Philadelphia Union at Nu Stadium on Sunday night, heading straight to the locker room after grabbing his left thigh.
American investment in Liga MX: The growing appeal of Mexico's top flight
Liga MX is "the least explored, biggest opportunity in global sports," according to one Mexican club owner, and American investors are taking notice.
Griezmann never won LaLiga or UCL for Atlético or Barça but he'll leave Europe for MLS as a legend
Antoine Griezmann's career at Atlético Madrid puts him among the modern greats despite never winning LaLiga or the Champions League.
LA Galaxy vs. Houston Dynamo - Game Highlights (1:12)
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Colorado Rapids vs. FC Dallas - Game Highlights (1:13)
Nashville SC vs. New York City FC - Game Highlights (1:13)
MLS Table
| East | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville SC | 14 | 10 | 3 | 1 | +20 | 33 |
| Inter Miami CF | 15 | 9 | 4 | 2 | +11 | 31 |
| Chicago Fire FC | 14 | 8 | 2 | 4 | +11 | 26 |
| New England Revolution | 14 | 8 | 1 | 5 | +4 | 25 |
| Red Bull New York | 15 | 6 | 4 | 5 | -7 | 22 |
| Charlotte FC | 15 | 6 | 3 | 6 | +1 | 21 |
| FC Cincinnati | 15 | 5 | 5 | 5 | -1 | 20 |
| New York City FC | 15 | 5 | 4 | 6 | +4 | 19 |
| D.C. United | 15 | 4 | 6 | 5 | -4 | 18 |
| Columbus Crew | 15 | 4 | 4 | 7 | -2 | 16 |
| CF Montréal | 14 | 4 | 2 | 8 | -9 | 14 |
| Orlando City SC | 15 | 4 | 2 | 9 | -21 | 14 |
| Toronto FC | 14 | 3 | 5 | 6 | -7 | 14 |
| Atlanta United FC | 14 | 3 | 2 | 9 | -9 | 11 |
| Philadelphia Union | 15 | 1 | 4 | 10 | -12 | 7 |
| West | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Vancouver Whitecaps | 14 | 10 | 2 | 2 | +22 | 32 |
| San Jose Earthquakes | 15 | 10 | 2 | 3 | +19 | 32 |
| Real Salt Lake | 14 | 8 | 2 | 4 | +7 | 26 |
| FC Dallas | 15 | 7 | 4 | 4 | +8 | 25 |
| LAFC | 15 | 7 | 3 | 5 | +7 | 24 |
| Seattle Sounders FC | 13 | 7 | 3 | 3 | +6 | 24 |
| Houston Dynamo FC | 14 | 7 | 1 | 6 | -4 | 22 |
| Minnesota United FC | 15 | 6 | 4 | 5 | -4 | 22 |
| LA Galaxy | 15 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 20 |
| San Diego FC | 15 | 4 | 5 | 6 | +3 | 17 |
| Colorado Rapids | 15 | 5 | 1 | 9 | +1 | 16 |
| St. Louis CITY SC | 14 | 4 | 4 | 6 | -4 | 16 |
| Portland Timbers | 14 | 4 | 2 | 8 | -6 | 14 |
| Austin FC | 15 | 3 | 5 | 7 | -12 | 14 |
| Sporting Kansas City | 14 | 3 | 2 | 9 | -22 | 11 |