MLS Cup 2026
About This Tournament
The 2026 MLS Cup, the championship match of Major League Soccer. The culmination of the MLS Cup Playoffs, determining the champion of American and Canadian professional soccer.
Tournament Details
Sport
Soccer
Venue
TBD
Start Date
December 5, 2026
End Date
December 5, 2026
Participants
44 teams/fighters
Format
In-Person
Organizer
MLS
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