Major League Soccer

Major League Soccer (MLS) is a professional soccer league in the United States and Canada, established in 1993 and commencing play in 1996. It is the top tier of soccer competition in both countries and operates under the governance of the United States Soccer Federation. The league is composed of teams from various cities, and it features a mixture of American and international players. MLS follows a franchise model and includes a playoff system to determine the league champion, culminating in the MLS Cup. Major League Soccer aims to promote and grow the sport of soccer in North America and has steadily increased in popularity, professional standards, and competitive level since its inception.