MLS 2026
Live Supporters’ Shield and playoff-race standings across both conferences, upcoming fixtures, and the latest MLS Cup outright odds.
MLS Cup race tracker
Full MLS Cup odds →The playoff race sits with Nashville SC leading the Eastern Conference on 46 points and Houston Dynamo setting the Western pace on 38. Track both conferences live below, weigh the MLS Cup odds, and follow every upcoming fixture.
| # | Club | P | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nashville SC | 20 | +25 | 46 |
| 2 | Inter Miami | 20 | +10 | 39 |
| 3 | Chicago Fire | 19 | +11 | 35 |
| 4 | New England | 20 | +7 | 33 |
| 5 | Cincinnati | 20 | +2 | 30 |
| 6 | Charlotte | 20 | +4 | 29 |
| 7 | New York City | 20 | +5 | 26 |
| 8 | New York RBWC | 20 | -12 | 25 |
| 9 | DC UnitedWC | 20 | -6 | 24 |
| 10 | Orlando City | 20 | -18 | 21 |
| 11 | Toronto | 20 | -7 | 21 |
| 12 | Columbus Crew | 20 | -5 | 20 |
| 13 | Philadelphia Union | 20 | -7 | 20 |
| 14 | Montreal | 20 | -10 | 20 |
| 15 | Atlanta United | 20 | -12 | 18 |
| # | Club | P | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Houston Dynamo | 20 | +5 | 38 |
| 2 | Vancouver Whitecaps | 19 | +22 | 37 |
| 3 | Los Angeles | 21 | +14 | 34 |
| 4 | SJ Earthquakes | 20 | +10 | 33 |
| 5 | Dallas | 20 | +9 | 33 |
| 6 | St. Louis City | 20 | +2 | 30 |
| 7 | Colorado Rapids | 20 | +5 | 28 |
| 8 | Real Salt LakeWC | 19 | +3 | 28 |
| 9 | Portland TimbersWC | 20 | +1 | 27 |
| 10 | LA Galaxy | 21 | -5 | 25 |
| 11 | Minnesota United | 20 | -6 | 25 |
| 12 | Seattle Sounders | 19 | -5 | 24 |
| 13 | San Diego | 20 | +2 | 24 |
| 14 | Austin | 20 | -14 | 20 |
| 15 | Sporting KC | 20 | -30 | 15 |
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MLS 2026 Fixtures & Results
MLS 2026 Season Format
The 2026 MLS regular season runs from February through October, with each of the 30 clubs playing 34 matches. The top nine teams in each conference qualify for the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs in November. Teams seeded 8 and 9 meet in a single-match Wild Card round; the seven remaining qualifiers enter the Conference Quarterfinals, a best-of-three series. Conference Semifinals, Conference Finals, and MLS Cup are single-elimination matches. MLS Cup 2026 is scheduled for December. The Supporters’ Shield is awarded separately to the regular-season points leader.
MLS 2026 FAQs
When does the 2026 MLS season start?
The 2026 MLS regular season kicked off on February 21, 2026. The regular season runs through October, with the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs in November and MLS Cup in December.
How do the MLS playoffs work?
Top nine in each conference qualify. Seeds 8 and 9 play a single-match Wild Card round. The seven remaining qualifiers enter the Conference Quarterfinals, which are best-of-three series. Conference Semifinals, Conference Finals, and MLS Cup are all single-elimination matches.
Who has won the most MLS Cups?
LA Galaxy have won the most MLS Cups in the league’s history with five. DC United and Houston Dynamo are tied next on four apiece. Inter Miami are the reigning 2025 MLS Cup champions, their first title.
Where can I watch MLS in the US?
All MLS regular-season and playoff matches stream on MLS Season Pass via the Apple TV app. Select marquee fixtures are also broadcast on FOX and Fox Deportes. In Canada, matches are available via MLS Season Pass on Apple TV.
What is the Supporters’ Shield?
The Supporters’ Shield is awarded annually to the MLS club with the best regular-season record, measured by points. It is decided across the full 34-match season, separate from the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs.
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