The defending MLS Cup champions, the Los Angeles Galaxy, are heading into the 30th season on a high note after claiming their sixth title last season. The team will have to aim for a repeat without their star player, Riqui Puig, who is out for a majority of the season with a ACL injury.

Following the disappointing end to 2024, Lionel Messi begins the quest for redemption as Inter Miami open their 2025 MLS campaign with a home match against NYCFC on Saturday. The Herons won the Supporters' Shield last year as the best team across the MLS regular season,

Inter Miami CF and star forward Lionel Messi will look for redemption following last year's playoff disappointment when they battle New York City FC in a season-opening match on Saturday. After posting a league-best 74 points in 2024,