MLS returned Thursday, with Commissioner Don Garber, league executives and players discussing the momentum generated by the 2026 World Cup, Christian Pulisic’s future and what comes next.
France star Antoine Griezmann enjoyed a superb start to his career in the United States after scoring on his Orlando City debut. The former Atletico Madrid forward put on a sparkling performance in a pre-season friendly and remains enthusiastic about the prospect of facing Lionel Messi in Major League Soccer.
Lionel Messi and Co. remain favorites, but strong starts from Nashville, San Jose and Vancouver have the league nicely poised heading into a long break.