How does MLS pick up the World Cup mantle? Casemiro helps, but it’ll take much more
Summary
Major League Soccer (MLS) is trying to grow after the World Cup by signing well-known players like Casemiro, a Brazilian star who joined Inter Miami. Although bringing famous players raises interest, the league still depends on older stars, and the challenge remains to attract younger top-level talent.Key Facts
- MLS signed Casemiro, a Brazilian World Cup star and five-time Champions League winner, to Inter Miami.
- Casemiro left top European clubs to join Miami, aiming to help the team, league, and U.S. soccer grow.
- Other big-name players in MLS include Antoine Griezmann, Robert Lewandowski, Son Heung-min, and Timo Werner.
- Lionel Messi, the best player of the last World Cup, also plays in MLS, bringing prestige to the league.
- Many top young global stars like Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappe are not realistic signings for MLS.
- The league focuses on competing globally to attract players rather than only competing with other MLS teams.
- Inter Miami also has veteran stars like Sergio Busquets, Luis Suárez, and Jordi Alba joining the team.
- MLS aims to build on the excitement of the World Cup and increase fan interest in American soccer.
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