The 2026 MLS season is just days away, and it’s the last one before the league begins its switch to the European calendar with an abbreviated schedule from February to May 2027. What are some of the storylines to keep an eye on as the league opens Season 31 — a World Cup year, at that? We chat with Favian Renkel (X, Bluesky) to get his insights during our season preview episode.
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