Major League Soccer (MLS)

Major League Soccer (MLS) is the top professional soccer league in the United States and Canada, founded in 1993 and starting play in 1996. It features teams from various cities, with a mixture of franchise-based teams and clubs with long histories. The league operates on a system of promotion and relegation, meaning teams can move between divisions based on performance. MLS has grown significantly in popularity, attracting international stars and expanding its fan base. The league’s season runs from late winter to fall, culminating in the MLS Cup, a championship match to determine the league champion.