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MLS records 44 players on World Cup rosters for 2026 tournament

MLSsoccer.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 4:04 PM

Last updated Jun 2, 2026

MLS records 44 players on World Cup rosters for 2026 tournament

Summary

A record 44 players from Major League Soccer (MLS) are set to represent 21 clubs across 17 countries in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The tournament is co-hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada, running from June 11 to July 19. LAFC leads with four selections, while eight other clubs boast three call-ups each. Notable players include Lionel Messi from Inter Miami and Son Heung-Min from Los Angeles FC. Each MLS club's call-ups reflect the league's growing influence on the international stage.

Source Links

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Key Details

•44 MLS players selected for 2026 World Cup rosters
•Tournament co-hosted by the U.S., Mexico, and Canada
•LAFC has a league-high four players chosen
•Lionel Messi and Son Heung-Min among notable call-ups
•MLS players represent 21 clubs from 17 different countries

Latest Updates

4:04 PMMLSsoccer.com — MLS-record 44 players on 2026 World Cup rosters: Call-ups by club - MLSsoccer.com

What they're saying

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup will feature a record 44 MLS players representing 21 clubs and 17 countries. LAFC have a league-high four selections, and eight other clubs have three call-ups. The summer's tournament, which spans from June 11 to July 19, is co-hosted…
— MLSsoccer.comby mlssoccer

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