How to watch the 2026 MLS season

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The World Cup may be over, but there are still plenty of ways you can get your soccer fix. The Major League Soccer season is currently up and running, where you can watch teams from across the US compete for the top spot.

To help you keep up with the matches, I’ve broken down everything you need to know about the MLS season, including when it runs and where you can stream .

When is the 2026 MLS season?

The 2026 MLS regular season kicked off on February 21 and runs through November 7. The league went on a pause period for the FIFA World Cup on May 25 and resumed matches on July 16, with the MLS All-Star Game taking place on July 29. Each of the 30 teams in the league will play 34 games (17 home and 17 away), after which the Audi 2026 MLS Cup Playoffs lineup will be decided at the end of the regular season on November 7, also known as Decision Day.

You can check the MLS website for the full match schedule along with league standings, team stats and more.

How to watch the 2026 MLS season

Apple TV

Apple TV is the only streaming service to show the entire MLS season, including every game, along with tournaments like the Leagues Cup and the MLS Cup Playoffs. You can get a subscription for $12.99 a month after a 7-day free trial.

DirectTV MySports

DirectTV’s MySports package gives access to Fox One and FS1, which allows you to watch select MLS matches live. You’ll also be able to watch over 20 other sports broadcasting channels, including ESPN. It costs $50 for the first two months, after which it increases to $65 per month.

FuboTV

FuboTV also has a Sports plan, which you can get for $46 for the first month, after which the price goes up to $56 per month. The plan includes Fox One and FS1 live channels, and can be added onto an already-existing subscription for $5 a month. The plans also all include unlimited Cloud DVR space, so you can record any games you may have missed to watch later.

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I’m an associate SEO reporter with three years of experience covering topics like h ow to properly clean your jerseys and which clear bags are best for stadium games . I’m also an avid soccer fan who’s been watching the sport for years. To write this story, I rounded up everything you need to know about how to watch the 2026 MLS season.

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