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MLS 2026 Season Kicks Off with D.C. United vs. Philadelphia Union Rivalry
D.C. United opens the 2026 MLS season against rivals Philadelphia Union on February 21, featuring new signing Tai Baribo, acquired from Union for up to $4.6 million. The club bolstered defense with Sean Nealis, Silvan Hefti, Keisuke Kurokawa, and added veteran GK Sean Johnson.
Philadelphia lost key players like Baribo, Jakob Glesnes, and Kai Wagner, entering amid CONCACAF Champions Cup commitments.
New England Revolution Debut Under Coach Marko Mitrović at Nashville SC
The Revs face Nashville SC on February 21 at GEODIS Park in their first match under new head coach Marko Mitrović. New signings include JD Gunn, Cristiano Oliveira, Ethan Kohler, Brooklyn Raines, and Griffin Yow, with striker Leo Campana scoring five preseason goals.
Nashville rides momentum from a 2-0 Concacaf Champions Cup win, led by Hany Mukhtar, Cristian Espinoza, and Sam Surridge.
FC Cincinnati Hosts Atlanta United in Home Opener with Tata Martino Return
FC Cincinnati starts 2026 with a home game against Atlanta United on February 21, following a 4-0 Champions Cup win. Atlanta reunites with former coach Tata Martino, who led them to 2018 MLS Cup, facing roster changes including GK Brad Guzan's retirement.
Cincinnati signed six new players, including Ayoub Jabbari and Ademar Chávez.
Juventus Faces Struggling Como After Champions League Setback
Fifth-placed Juventus hosts surprise package Como on February 21, aiming to recover from a 5-2 Champions League loss to Galatasaray. Juventus seeks to halt their form dip in Serie A.
Como has been a tough opponent this season.
Chelsea Poised to Exploit Burnley's Defensive Woes at Stamford Bridge
Chelsea faces Burnley on February 21, with Burnley conceding at least twice in their last five top-flight games despite strong Championship defense last year. Chelsea has scored three or more in five of their last seven, predicting a 3-1 win.
Burnley holds the second-worst defensive record in the Premier League.
Manchester City vs. Newcastle Crucial for Premier League Title Race
Manchester City, five points behind Arsenal with a game in hand, hosts Newcastle on February 21 in a key title clash. The teams meet for the fourth time this season.
City leads the league with 16 goals between the 31st minute and halftime, expected to lead at half-time.
Barcelona Seeks Bounce-Back Against Levante to Pressure Real Madrid
Barcelona, trailing Real Madrid by two points after a 2-1 loss to Girona, hosts bottom-side Levante on February 22. Levante has the league's worst defense, conceding 41 goals in 24 games.
Barcelona is predicted to cover the spread and heat the title race.
Liverpool Favored Over Fatigued Nottingham Forest
Liverpool travels to Nottingham Forest on February 22, capitalizing on Forest's midweek Europa League playoff against Fenerbahce. Despite a tough season, Liverpool is the superior side with an away win priced at -129.
This could help Liverpool close the gap to the top four.
Real Salt Lake Opens at Vancouver with New Roster Additions
Real Salt Lake kicks off 2026 at Vancouver Whitecaps on February 21, featuring debuts from Juan Manuel Sanabria and Stijn Spierings. GK Rafael Cabral returns after playing all 3,600 minutes in 2025.
New coaches Anthony Pulis, Jamal Campbell-Ryce, and Fredric Brillant join the staff.
Eleven Indiana Hoosiers Ready for MLS 2026 Action
Eleven players from Indiana University feature in MLS teams starting February 21, including FC Cincinnati's Roman Celentano aiming for USMNT World Cup spot. Five Hoosiers played over 2,000 minutes last season, with others like Andrew Gutman and Jacob Dorsey.
Celentano pairs with coach Pat Noonan for a strong Cincinnati record.
LA Galaxy Acquires International Roster Slot from Nashville SC
LA Galaxy obtains a 2026 international roster slot from Nashville SC as MLS season begins. Other MLS news includes Houston Dynamo vs. Chicago Fire, FC Cincinnati vs. Atlanta, and Real Salt Lake at Vancouver.
New York City FC signs SuperDraft pick Kevin Pierre.
Vancouver Whitecaps Extends Coach Jesper Sørensen Contract
Vancouver Whitecaps FC extends head coach Jesper Sørensen's contract ahead of hosting Real Salt Lake on February 21. Sporting KC signs defender Ethan Bartlow as free agent.
FC Cincinnati's Andrei Chirila earns debut through preseason.