MLS: What to watch, how to follow, and why it matters

Think MLS is just a retirement league? Think again. MLS is growing fast, signing young stars, staging big friendlies with European clubs, and putting more action in front of a global audience. If you care about transfers, playoff drama, or how European teams test themselves against American clubs in preseason, this tag is where we collect all the important MLS updates for you.

How to watch MLS from Africa

Want to catch games live? The easiest option for many fans is MLS Season Pass on Apple TV — it covers a lot of matches worldwide and is the most reliable way to watch regular season and many playoff games. Local broadcasters sometimes show select matches, especially big rivalry games or playoff fixtures, so check regional sports channels. If you can’t stream, follow our live match reports and minute-by-minute updates on Ginger Apple News for quick highlights and the scoreline.

Tip: set reminders for kickoff times — MLS games often start late evening or overnight in Africa. Use our tag alerts to get match previews, lineups, and quick injury news before the first whistle.

What to expect this MLS season

MLS seasons run spring to fall with playoffs and MLS Cup after the regular season. Expect mid-season transfer moves as teams reshuffle before the playoff push. Clubs sign Designated Players and homegrown talents, and you’ll see a mix of tactical changes and young talent breaking through. European clubs increasingly come to the U.S. for pre-season friendlies, facing MLS sides — great chances for local teams to test themselves and for fans to spot new stars.

Follow three things each week: fixtures and results, transfer news, and injury reports. We post quick roundups so you don’t have to hunt for headlines across multiple sites. Looking for deeper reads? We publish match analysis and short player profiles when there’s a big signing or a turning point in the season.

Interested in specific clubs or players? Use the tag filters to find articles by team, by match, or by transfer. We cover everything from tactical shifts to off-field moves that change a club’s direction.

Want live reaction and short video highlights? Check our social feeds linked in each article — perfect if you’re on the move. If you want notifications, subscribe to the MLS tag on Ginger Apple News and get instant updates on big transfers, shock results, and breaking injury news.

Questions about schedules, how playoffs work, or which streaming option works best where you live? Send us a message or drop a comment on any MLS article. We keep things simple, fast, and focused so you never miss the moments that matter.