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Top Young MLS Stars: 2025 Rankings Revealed!

10/8/2025

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Chris Brady (Chicago Fire FC) is No. 11 on the 2025 list.
Noah Allen (Inter Miami) is No. 12 on the same list.
Quinn Sullivan (Philadelphia Union) is No. 6 after a nine-assist season.
Olwethu Makhanya and Frankie Westfield also made the list.
Peyton Miller (New England Revolution) is No. 7; Ilay Feingold ranks No. 17 in his debut MLS season.

History

Historical Context

Major League Soccer (MLS) was established in 1993 as part of the U.S. bid to host the 1994 FIFA World Cup, launching its inaugural season in 1996 with ten teams. Despite early financial struggles, including losses exceeding $350 million by 2004, the league has expanded to 29 teams and embraced youth development, signaling a bright future for soccer in the U.S.

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Story summary

Chris Brady (Chicago Fire FC) is No. 11 on the 2025 list.
Noah Allen (Inter Miami) is No. 12 on the same list.
Quinn Sullivan (Philadelphia Union) is No. 6 after a nine-assist season.
Olwethu Makhanya and Frankie Westfield also made the list.
Peyton Miller (New England Revolution) is No. 7; Ilay Feingold ranks No. 17 in his debut MLS season.

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