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MLS Aligns 2026 Season with World Cup, Partners with Apple TV

2/21/2026

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Commissioner Don Garber of Major League Soccer announced the 2026 season will align with the World Cup hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
MLS will partner with Apple TV to improve fan access and engagement.
The season will pause league play in late May for the World Cup.
The season will resume before the World Cup Final and end with the MLS Cup on December 18, 2026.

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Commissioner Don Garber of Major League Soccer announced the 2026 season will align with the World Cup hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
MLS will partner with Apple TV to improve fan access and engagement.
The season will pause league play in late May for the World Cup.
The season will resume before the World Cup Final and end with the MLS Cup on December 18, 2026.