The Major League Soccer (Major Soccer League in Spanish), also known how the MLS, is the Professional Soccer League of the United States and Canada. It was founded in 1993 and currently has 26 teams, divided into two conferences (east and west). The MLS teams compete for the MLS Cup, which is disputed annually.
The MLS has grown significantly in popularity in recent years and has attracted some of the most outstanding players in the world. In addition, the League has established strategic alliances with other soccer leagues internationally and has expanded its presence through the creation of teams in new cities. The MLS is property and is operated by Major League Soccer, LLC, which is a subsidiary of the United States Soccer Association (USSF).
MLS value
In terms of economic value, the MLS has seen a constant increase in recent years. In 2021, Forbes estimated the average value of an MLS team at 246 million dollars. Which represents an increase of 17% compared to the previous year. The most valuable teams in the League are the Los Angeles Galaxy and the New York City FC, whose values are estimated at 600 million and 500 million dollars, respectively.
In addition to the value of the equipment, the MLS has generated a growing interest from sponsors and television rights. In 2019, the MLS signed a 10 -year television contract and $ 1,000 million with ESPN, Fox Sports and Univision. This demonstrates the growing interest and the growing valuation of the league in the US market.
In this sense, the MLS has experienced significant growth in terms of economic value and popularity in recent years, and is expected to continue growing in the future.
Economic importance of the MLS
It is important to keep in mind that, although the MLS has grown significantly in terms of economic value and popularity in the United States and Canada, its impact on the world economy is relatively small compared to other more established football leagues and with greater international scope, such as the Premier League of England or the Spain League.
However, the MLS still has a certain economic impact on the world economy through its contribution to tourism and football -related products and services. As well as through their attraction of international sponsors and television rights.
Additionally, the MLS has contributed to job creation and promoted the development of sports infrastructure in cities where the parties are played.