International Football · Saturday, August 29, 2026
MLS faces challenges ahead of 2026 World Cup
Leagues Cup setbacks highlight gaps in the American championship just months before the World Cup.
By Editorial team
After the 2022 World Cup, Major League Soccer displayed its ambition to take the lead. Yet, the organizational problems of the Leagues Cup reveal how much work remains to be done before 2026. The American championship must strengthen its credibility and efficiency to properly host the world tournament. The franchises will need to improve structurally to justify their status as co-hosts.