The Los Angeles Galaxy have claimed the MLS title six times, more than any other club in the league’s history. They first won in 2002, and subsequently won in 2005, 2011, 2012, 2014, and 2024, solidifying their dominance in Major League Soccer.
There are 30 teams in Major League Soccer as of the 2025 season. The league has seen continuous expansion since its inception in 1996, when it began with just 10 teams. Over the years, it has added clubs across the US and Canada to reach its current size.
Nick Rimando holds the record for most MLS appearances, having played 514 matches during his career, which spanned from 2000 to 2019 with clubs such as D.C. United, Miami Fusion, and Real Salt Lake.
Chris Wondolowski holds the record for all-time top scorer in Major League Soccer with 171 goals. His scoring prowess helped establish him as one of the league’s most decorated forwards during his career.
Landon Donovan leads the league’s all-time assist chart with 136 assists. His playing ability was a key factor in his team’s success over the years.
Pat Onstad is the oldest player ever to play in Major League Soccer, having entered the league at the age of 43 years, 2 months, and 22 days. The game was when he scored a goal for DC United.
Cavan Sullivan made history as the youngest player in MLS by debuting for his team at the age of 14 years and 293 days. His introduction to professional football at such a young age has set the stage for a promising future.
Famous players who have played in MLS include stars such as David Beckham, Thierry Henry, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Wayne Rooney, Kaká, David Villa, Lionel Messi, Luis Suárez and Andrea Pirlo.
MLS’s most famous managers include such notables as Bruce Arena, Patrick Vieira, Thierry Henry, Frank de Boer and Tata Martino.
Bank of America Stadium, originally inaugurated as Ericsson Stadium in 1996, is the largest venue in Major League Soccer, with an impressive capacity of 75,412 seats. It is the home of Charlotte FC.
Argentina’s World Cup-winning attacking midfielder Thiago Almada is the most expensive MLS signing ever. Atlanta United purchased Almada from Vélez Sársfield in 2022 for approximately $16 million.
