# Major League Soccer

Last year

2022

# Anger

Oust owners, officials named in soccer abuse report, says two-time World Cup winner

Becky Sauerbrunn said players were ‘horrified and heartbroken’ by the findings.

2.4k

Oct 4th 2022, 11:20 PM

# Bale Making Hay

Gareth Bale scores first MLS goal in Los Angeles' victory over Kansas City

The 33-year-old Wales international was making his second LAFC appearance from the bench.

6.8k

Jul 24th 2022, 11:15 AM

# Adaptation

Gareth Bale says new side 'felt like home straight away'

The five-time Uefa Champions League winner saw his new club defeat the visiting Los Angeles Galaxy 3-2 in his first taste of the ‘El Trafico’ derby.

14.3k

Jul 9th 2022, 11:49 PM

# Hope

Gareth Bale could still join Cardiff, claims Vincent Tan

The 32-year-old revealed on Saturday he had agreed to join Major League Soccer club Los Angeles FC.

6.0k

Jun 27th 2022, 9:33 PM

# Historic

14-year-old signs age-record MLS deal

Axel Kei has become the youngest player to sign a US team sport contract.

6.5k

Jan 15th 2022, 4:41 PM

All time

# Jake news

MLS reprieve for Irish winger as controversial red card is overturned

Former Ireland U21 international Jake Mulraney was sent off while playing for Atlanta United against Nashville.

8.7k

Jul 15th 2021, 3:06 PM

# Bulls on Parade

Polish striker departs for MLS after just 15 months at Celtic

Patryk Klimala has joined New York Red Bulls.

6.6k

Apr 22nd 2021, 5:45 PM

# Rover and Out

Ireland defender Derrick Williams completes MLS switch

The 28-year-old has left Blackburn Rovers to sign a two-year deal with LA Galaxy.

3.4k

Mar 4th 2021, 7:48 PM

# in the pipeline

Phil Neville being lined up to take over David Beckham's Inter Miami as manager departs

The England Women boss is understood to have held preliminary discussions with the Major League Soccer side.

7.4k

Jan 7th 2021, 5:54 PM

# And That's the bottom line

Irish attacker Gallagher signed by Major League Soccer's newest franchise

Versatile 24-year-old Jon Gallagher will be playing for Austin FC during the 2021 MLS season.

8.0k

Dec 15th 2020, 10:29 AM

# problems

Former Man City defender feels unsafe in United States

Nedum Onuoha says he has a ‘fear and distrust’ of police.

9.9k

Jun 3rd 2020, 4:31 PM

# future plans

CDC recommendation suggests lengthy sports shut-down

The NBA and other major sports leagues in the United States could be idle for longer than initially anticipated.

3.0k

Mar 16th 2020, 11:20 AM

# blast from the past

After an injury-ravaged few years, a familiar face is back and seeking a rebirth in MLS

Giuseppe Rossi has had a run of misfortune and he’s hoping a change of scenery will help.

10.2k

Feb 28th 2020, 7:05 AM

# Becks Appeal

Hitting the celebrity circuit, David Beckham remains the biggest show in town as he prepares for latest role

This weekend, Inter Miami – Beckham’s Major League Soccer franchise – will make a long-awaited debut.

8.5k

Feb 27th 2020, 7:46 PM

# Compelling

From refugee camp to Champions League stardom: the inexplicable and inspiring rise of Alphonso Davies

The 19-year-old who dazzled at Stamford Bridge on Tuesday has quite the story to tell.

7.7k

Feb 27th 2020, 7:15 AM

# all change

'I feel I can enjoy my football a lot more over there' - babies, bereavement and a new chapter in America

After a difficult time at Hearts, Jake Mulraney is preparing for a debut Major League Soccer season with Atlanta United.

38.7k

Feb 16th 2020, 7:00 AM

# indy hit

Broken promises and MLS disappointment but the American dream continues for Paddy Barrett

The former Dundalk man has swapped Cincinnati for Indianapolis and another excellent season could get even better.

8.4k

Nov 2nd 2019, 9:15 AM

# Major League Soccer

Rooney's MLS farewell falls flat as DC United dumped out of play-offs

The striker is heading back to England to join Derby County.

5.3k

Oct 20th 2019, 8:20 AM

# Saved

'I just remember the pain of being so completely lost' - How a lifelong wanderer rediscovered his path

Des McAleenan has travelled the world as a goalkeeping coach but his current role has helped him rebuild both his life and love of the game.

38.0k

Oct 13th 2019, 9:30 PM

# Major League Soccer

Dubliner James O'Connor sacked as Orlando City manager

The 40-year-old had been in charge of the MLS side since June 2018.

9.2k

Oct 7th 2019, 5:58 PM

# Touchy subject

'Is that what was in the media? That my wife got her own way?' - Rooney rebuffs reports of MLS exit

The former England captain bristled when asked about stories that wife Coleen demanded he quits North America when his contract expires.

16.0k

Jul 30th 2019, 7:43 PM

# Swede deal

Huge pay increase sees Zlatan Ibrahimovic set MLS salary record for 2019

The LA Galaxy star now earns more than twice the salary of ex-Manchester United team-mate Wayne Rooney.

10.4k

Jun 13th 2019, 10:07 AM

# bored room

Always dreamed of owning a football team? The story of the latest club trying to shake up the system

Chattanooga FC have already raised $650,000 from 2000 investors in 20 countries around the world, including Ireland.

23.4k

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Apr 7th 2019, 2:59 PM

# Dispute

David Beckham in legal battle with Serie A giants over MLS club name

The United legend has been trying to get his American franchise up and running for years, and has now hit another stumbling block.

16.8k

Apr 3rd 2019, 3:22 PM

# Faraway Hills

All eyes on Jim McGuinness but plenty more Irish interest in US football's second tier

Dubliner Niall McCabe is aiming for a third straight championship while Richie Ryan and Paddy Barrett will also feature prominently.

7.9k

Mar 10th 2019, 9:30 AM

# Ready to Roll

Highly-rated manager James O'Connor heads the Irish interest as new MLS season boasts exciting arrivals

24 teams will battle it out this term and there’s a multitude of talking points.

7.4k

Feb 28th 2019, 8:35 AM

# southern comfort

'A lot of clubs can sell you a dream but they actually backed it up': the Irishman and his American dream

Dubliner Chris McCann was crowned an MLS champion earlier this month after Atlanta United delivered on all of the expectation.

27.0k

Dec 23rd 2018, 9:30 PM

# hanging around

LA Galaxy receive Zlatan Ibrahimovic boost after unforgettable debut season

The 37-year-old scored 22 goals in 27 games for the club in 2018.

4.4k

Dec 18th 2018, 8:46 PM

# Independence Day

'He's somebody who knows how to get the best out of people': Jim McGuinness and fulfilling a football fantasy

After six years serving his apprenticeship, the Donegal man has got his chance in North Carolina.

13.1k

Dec 15th 2018, 8:30 AM

# top of his game

Cork's Alan Kelly named MLS Referee of the Year for third time in four years

The 43-year-old served as a League of Ireland referee for 15 years but moved to the USA in 2014.

5.1k

Dec 1st 2018, 10:34 AM

# washington wizard

Treated with derision by some, Wayne Rooney's debut MLS season has been an absolute triumph

There was suspicion and plenty of criticism when he joined DC United but he galvanised a poorly-performing team.

9.7k

Nov 3rd 2018, 7:15 AM

# recognition

Zlatan, Rooney among MLS Most Valuable Player finalists

The Swedish star scored 22 goals and added 10 assists — only the fourth 20-and-10 season in MLS history.

3.9k

Oct 31st 2018, 5:29 PM

# texas forever

'I took the road less travelled when I came to America but this is where I belong'

Paul Caffrey never quite made it as a professional footballer but having taken a few risks he’s pretty happy with how everything turned out.

29.9k

Oct 7th 2018, 10:00 AM

# MLS

Rooney and Zlatan score a brace each to keep play-off hopes on track

DC United and LA Galaxy both boosted their post-season prospects with victories last night.

6.1k

Sep 30th 2018, 11:05 AM

# cin city

'My Mam rings me ten times a day to make sure I'm alive': Paddy Barrett on swapping Oriel Park for Ohio

With average crowds of over 25,000 and MLS on its way next season, the former Dundalk man is enjoying himself at FC Cincinnati.

23.9k

Aug 30th 2018, 9:30 PM

# Rejuvenated

Wayne Rooney continues excellent start to life in US

His club, DC United, are fighting for their Major League Soccer play-off lives.

9.5k

Aug 16th 2018, 8:17 AM

# Becks

Beckham vows to bring MLS to Miami 'no matter what' as plans for new stadium face opposition

The former Man United star acknowledged the concerns of locals as plans for a new 25,000-seater stadium faced criticism.

4.8k

Jul 13th 2018, 8:51 AM

# atlanta brave

'Being here opens your eyes': the Irishman and the biggest success story in American soccer

Despite Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Wayne Rooney arriving in MLS, the league’s best storyline is Atlanta United.

51.1k

Jul 9th 2018, 5:00 PM

# Superstar

'You're not talking about a normal, mortal human'

Zlatan Ibrahimovic could be set for his MLS debut as early as this weekend.

9.2k

Mar 28th 2018, 11:09 PM

# the cincinnati kid

'We've had two years living in paradise but in this business you can't get too attached'

After plenty of chaos and confusion, Tipperary’s Richie Ryan is swapping Miami for Cincinnati and still chasing the MLS dream.

10.3k

Feb 25th 2018, 9:30 AM