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MLS resumes July 16, streams worldwide, Messi extends, stars sign

7/17/2026

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MLS resumes regular-season play on July 16 2026 after a month-long World Cup break.
All 30 clubs return as Apple TV streams every match without blackouts in over 100 regions.
A record 45 MLS players are back, with signings of Antoine Griezmann, Angus Gunn and Robert Lewandowski, who faced Thomas Müller on July 16.
Inter Miami captain Lionel Messi extended his contract through December 2028 as the league highlights Cascadia Cup and El Tráfico derby.

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Story summary

MLS resumes regular-season play on July 16 2026 after a month-long World Cup break.
All 30 clubs return as Apple TV streams every match without blackouts in over 100 regions.
A record 45 MLS players are back, with signings of Antoine Griezmann, Angus Gunn and Robert Lewandowski, who faced Thomas Müller on July 16.
Inter Miami captain Lionel Messi extended his contract through December 2028 as the league highlights Cascadia Cup and El Tráfico derby.