ALL-STAR 2026 SHINES IN BLUE
The annual event features many of the continent’s biggest stars, including World Cup veterans, emerging young talent and some of MLS’s most influential players.
Goalkeepers (3)
Maxime Crépeau
Coach’s Selection | Orlando City SC
The veteran Canadian goalkeeper is enjoying an outstanding first season with Orlando City and ranks among the MLS leaders in saves.
Crépeau started every match during Canada’s historic run to the Round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Matt Freese
Coach’s Selection | New York City FC
Freese emerged as the United States’ starting goalkeeper during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, helping the USMNT reach the Round of 16.
The New York City FC standout finished second in last season’s MLS Goalkeeper of the Year voting.
Brian Schwake
Voted In | Nashville SC
Schwake has enjoyed a breakthrough season after replacing longtime starter Joe Willis.
His performances have helped Nashville SC emerge as a leading contender for the Supporters’ Shield.
Defenders (10)
Max Arfsten
Columbus Crew
Lucas Herrington
Colorado Rapids
Richie Laryea
Toronto FC
Anthony Markanich
Minnesota United FC
Mbekezeli Mbokazi
Chicago Fire FC
Steven Moreira
Columbus Crew
Daniel Munie
San Jose Earthquakes
Andy Najar
Nashville SC
Jackson Ragen
Seattle Sounders FC
Tim Ream
Charlotte FC
Midfielders (9)
Sebastian Berhalter
Vancouver Whitecaps FC
Pep Biel
Charlotte FC
Rodrigo De Paul
Inter Miami CF
Evander
FC Cincinnati
Carles Gil
New England Revolution
Zavier Gozo
Real Salt Lake
Hany Mukhtar
Nashville SC
Thomas Müller
Vancouver Whitecaps FC
Ashley Westwood
Charlotte FC
Forwards (7)
Hugo Cuypers
Chicago Fire FC
Anders Dreyer
San Diego FC
Julian Hall
Red Bull New York
Son Heung-Min
LAFC
Lionel Messi
Inter Miami CF
Petar Musa
FC Dallas
Sam Surridge
Nashville SC
The annual event features many of the continent’s biggest stars, including World Cup veterans, emerging young talent and some of MLS’s most influential players. It also serves as a celebration of the growing rivalry between MLS and Mexico’s Liga MX while highlighting the league’s continued rise on the international stage.
