Major League Soccer
soccer
Panoramica
Major League Soccer (MLS) is the top professional soccer league in the United States and Canada. Founded in 1993, it began play in 1996 with 10 teams and has since expanded to 29 teams, with plans for further growth. MLS is known for its competitive structure, which includes a regular season followed by a playoff system to determine the champion. The league has seen significant growth in popularity and talent, attracting international stars and developing homegrown players.
Questa stagione
The current MLS season features 29 teams competing for the MLS Cup. The regular season runs from late February to October, with each team playing 34 matches. The top teams from the Eastern and Western Conferences advance to the playoffs, culminating in the MLS Cup final in December. Recent seasons have seen intense competition, with teams like LAFC, Philadelphia Union, and New York City FC consistently performing well.
Momenti salienti
- Founded in 1993, began play in 1996
- Expanded to 29 teams with plans for further growth
- Introduced the Designated Player Rule in 2007, attracting global stars
- LA Galaxy won the MLS Cup five times, the most in league history
- Atlanta United set the single-season attendance record in 2018
- Inter Miami CF and Nashville SC joined as expansion teams in 2020
- Charlotte FC began play in 2022 as the league's 28th team
- St. Louis City SC joined in 2023 as the 29th team
Correlato
FAQ
- How many teams are in Major League Soccer?
- There are currently 29 teams in Major League Soccer.
- When was Major League Soccer founded?
- Major League Soccer was founded in 1993 and began play in 1996.
- What is the MLS Cup?
- The MLS Cup is the championship match of Major League Soccer, held annually to determine the league champion.
- Which team has won the most MLS Cups?
- LA Galaxy has won the MLS Cup five times, the most in league history.
- What is the Designated Player Rule?
- The Designated Player Rule allows MLS teams to sign up to three players whose salaries exceed the league's maximum salary budget.
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