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MLS Managers on the Hot Seat (04.14.2026)

MLS managers on the hot seat: Is Bradley Carnell done in Philly?

Two MLS clubs have fired their coaches less than two months into the season, and there is plenty of reason to believe that further managers could leave in the coming weeks.

San Jose Earthquakes vs Sporting Kansas City: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the Major League Soccer match between San Jose Earthquakes and Sporting Kansas City, as well as kick-off time and team news

MLS Player Survey: Best Player, best club, biggest issues ahead

GOAL surveyed players across MLS for the 2026 season on a number of topics, with some surprising responses

Key MLS 2026 dates, schedule info & TV details

If you're wondering about the main dates for the upcoming Major League Soccer season, GOAL has you covered - plus more info on how to watch games on TV

Inside MLS 3.0: GMs, CSOs on what comes next - and what must change

GOAL spoke to GMs and chief soccer officers across MLS about the league’s 3.0 vision: the calendar change is progress, but executives say the next steps must come faster.

From Chivas USA to Miami, all franchises in MLS history - ranked

Ahead of what is poised to be a significant World Cup year season, GOAL offers the definitive ranking of every MLS club in league history

MLS 2026 kits tier list: From iconic St. Louis to bland San Diego

GOAL takes a look at which MLS teams did the best, and worst, with their kits this season

MLS watchability tiers: Who’s the best team to watch this year?

MLS returns with a packed schedule and familiar chaos. From stars like Messi, Rodriguez, and Son Heung-Min to the teams you can avoid, here’s who’s actually worth your weekend watch.

Report: Sporting KC to change majority ownership in $700m MLS deal

Sporting Kansas City is entering a new chapter. The Illig family, owners of the club since 2006, have agreed to sell a 71% stake to current limited partner Peter Mallouk in a deal that values the franchise at roughly $700 million, according to Forbes. The figure marks the highest valuation ever paid for a majority stake in Major League Soccer.

Sporting KC reportedly set to appoint Raphael Wicky

Sporting KC are nearing an agreement with former Chicago Fire and Young Boys manager Raphael Wicky, according to the Athletic. The Swiss manager, who has previously played and coached in MLS, is set to replace long-time manager Peter Vermes, who parted ways with the club after a winless start to last season. He is the first major appointment from new CSO David Lee.

NCAA Division I Men's Soccer Championships - Final

D.C. United select Markovic with No. 1 pick in 2026 SuperDraft

D.C. United selected North Carolina State center back Nikola Markovic with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 MLS SuperDraft, turning to the Generation adidas defender to address defensive needs after a difficult 2025 season. The 21-year-old helped lead the Wolfpack to their first NCAA national championship appearance.

LA Galaxy v New York Red Bull: Final - MLS Cup 2024

MLS Cup winners: Full list of champions

GOAL takes a look at the history of Major League Soccer's top prize.

From LAFC to St. Louis City SC: MLS coach vacancies - ranked

Seven MLS teams are searching for a new coach, and more jobs could open after the playoffs - GOAL ranks the openings

Sporting KC appoint NYCFC's Lee as Chief Soccer Officer

Sporting Kansas City has appointed David Lee as President of Soccer Operations and General Manager, bringing one of Major League Soccer’s most accomplished sporting directors to the Midwest. Lee spent nine years with New York City FC, helping build the club from its inaugural season in 2015. Under his leadership, NYCFC won the MLS Cup in 2021.

Marsch, Berhalter, Arena and top 10 American managers, ranked

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

Power Rankings: Messi brings Miami to life, East to go to wire

Who's hot, who's not? GOAL ranks all 30 teams across Major League Soccer

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MLS Power Rankings: Miami fall flat without suspended Messi

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MLS Midseason Western Conference grades GFX

MLS Western Conference grades: San Diego soar, Galaxy crumble

GOAL grades each Western Conference team, just past the halfway point of the regular season

Where to watch & stream live MLS games

Everything you need to know about where to watch and stream Major League Soccer live through your TV & online.

MLS Power Rankings: Messi has Miami right back in contention

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The Kickoff: Messi's Miami face test, Hell is Real returns

GOAL takes a look at some of the major MLS storylines emerging ahead of Matchday 24

MLS Power Rankings: San Diego make Supporters' Shield surge

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MLS Power Rankings: Philly put pressure on Vancouver

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The Kickoff: Seattle, LAFC face final pre-Club World Cup tests

GOAL takes a look at some of the major MLS storylines emerging ahead of Matchday 18

MLS Power Rankings: Miami steamroll, Galaxy finally win

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Frequently asked questions

Andries 'Pele Pele' Mkhwanazi and Bethuel Mokgosinyana are considered the founding fathers of the club which was formed in 1937.

Dr Irvin Khoza took over as club secretary and owner in 1991.

The club plays home fixtures at Orlando Stadium in Soweto with the ground being owned by the City of Johannesburg.

They are known by several nicknames, including: The Sea Robbers, The Bucs, Happy People and Buccaneers.

33 official domestic trophies plus one Caf Champions League (1995) and one Caf Super Cup (1996).

Nine times under different auspices. PSL (4), NSL (1), NPSL (4).

Happy Jele made 401 appearances for the club

Bendict Vilakazi scored 52 goals for the club.

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