MLS Collective Bargaining Agreement

The MLS Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) is a formal contract between Major League Soccer and its players' union that sets the rules for how players and teams operate. It covers key issues like salaries, wages, benefits, working conditions, and dispute resolution. The agreement ensures both sides understand their rights and responsibilities, promotes fair treatment, and helps maintain a balanced, competitive league. Essentially, it’s a legally binding framework that regulates the relationship between players and the league, fostering stability and cooperation in professional soccer.