MLS power rankings: new rules hand an edge to Messi and Miami
San Jose have goalkeeping problems, the Whitecaps are defending in a unique way and Miami are given a helping hand
June 2023
The amazing world of sport
MLS fan pulls off incredible football feat during half-time challenge – video
As the ball rolled towards the centre circle, it slowed, then inched forward, until it stopped dead in the middle to a roar from the crowd
March 2017
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Goals, goofs and gaiety: just another regular weekend in MLS
This was supposed to be a season of maturity for Major League Soccer, but as Portland’s 4-2 win over Houston showed, it still has some growing up to do
What to watch in MLS this season: 22 teams, top talent and Tata Martino
Atlanta and Minnesota join the fun this year – and there’s plenty more besides. Our expert writers look ahead to what could be MLS’s biggest and best season
Why does the MLS season last so long?
The new season kicks off on Friday and doesn’t end until December. It’s partly down to travel, and partly to geography – but TV complicates matters too
February 2017
MLS stadiums ranked: why Orlando City's new home comes out on top
Almost three-quarters of teams in the league now have soccer-specific stadiums. Simon Veness runs down the great and the not-so-good
September 2016
MLS: five things we learned
Patrick Vieira brought a vital asset to New York City FC: respect
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MLS weekend previews: New York City FC on the verge of history
July 2016
MLS preview: why the Hudson River Derby isn't this weekend's big game
MLS: five things we learned
Timbers push Sounders closer to the bottom, and NYC FC's young star
June 2016
MLS: five things we learned
Homophobic chants sour San Jose fightback; and Lampard's recovery
Sportblog
MLS weekend preview: Dempsey-less Seattle need to get going against NYC FC
May 2016
MLS: five things we learned
Everything about Frank Lampard’s Hudson River derby went wrong
The lack of transparency by New York City FC surrounding their star midfielder has hurt the player and alienated the fans
April 2016
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MLS previews: will Philadelphia Union continue to surprise?
Toronto FC finally end their epic road trip in Portland, while the Union are hoping they can continue to succeed in the East
MLS: five things we learned
Chris Wondolowski will go down as one of the greatest American goalscorers
There are more glamorous players in MLS, certainly more illustrious names, but few are as consistent as the San Jose striker
MLS previews: LA Galaxy travel to Houston without naughty Nigel de Jong
De Jong expecting three-match ban for tackle on Darlington Nagbe; Portland create their own downfall against Dallas; Wondo in hot form; Issues for Red Bulls
March 2016
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MLS weekend preview: have NYC FC finally learned 'the City way'?
The best goals of the week
The best goals of the week: Dimitri Payet, Quincy Amarikwa and Alex Morgan
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Will LA Galaxy's stars lift the MLS Cup? Our soccer writers predict the season
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MLS pre-season power rankings: Nos 15-20 – the also-rans
