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Messi, Son and the 10 MLS players to watch at the World Cup

GOAL looks at the biggest names in MLS to watch at the World Cup this summer, and the list expands far beyond the reigning MVP winner

Messi revealed as top earner in MLS as Miami top spending charts

Lionel Messi is set to make a league record $28.3 million this year, more than all but two MLS clubs' total payroll, the MLSPA revealed in its release of salary data Tuesday afternoon. The Inter Miami star's intake has increased nearly 40 percent since last year. Other top earners included LAFC's Son Heung-Min, Miami's Rodrigo De Paul, and San Diego's Chucky Lozano.

Los Angeles Football Club v Inter Miami CF

Messi salary dwarfs Son in MLS wage reveal

The full extent of Lionel Messi’s financial impact on Major League Soccer has been laid bare following the latest release of official salary data. While the Argentine superstar continues to dominate on the pitch for Inter Miami, the figures confirm he remains in a league of his own when it comes to compensation in North America.

De Paul proves his worth to Inter Miami, Pec sends timely reminder

The LA Galaxy got a timely victory, and Inter Miami continued their strong road form in another compelling week of MLS.

Top American managers ranked: Marsch, Berhalter, Matarazzo, Arena

Trailblazing Americans have made their coaching marks not only in MLS and with the USMNT, but in England, Germany and France

Rodriguez makes World Cup vow after making first MLS start for Minnesota

James Rodriguez is determined to reach the 2026 World Cup in peak condition. The Colombian playmaker made his first Major League Soccer start for Minnesota United on Saturday, silencing any doubts about his fitness. Despite a narrow loss to LAFC, he showcased glimpses of his former glory before making a vow to Colombia fans ahead of their World Cup campaign this summer.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
5	FC Dallas	14	6	4	4	28	21	7	22	W L W W L
6	Houston Dynamo FC	13	7	0	6	18	22	-4	21	W L W W L
7	Los Angeles FC	14	6	3	5	23	17	6	21	L L L D W
8	Minnesota United	14	6	3	5	17	21	-4	21	L L D W L
9	LA Galaxy	14	5	4	5	21	21	0	19	W L W D W

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