Major League Soccer announced on Monday that the 2021 MLS season will begin on Saturday, April 3, with teams permitted to begin preseason training on Feb. 22, six weeks prior to MLS is Back opening weekend.
Key Dates
Canadian Clubs
Due to travel restrictions between the US and Canada, Major League Soccer continues to work with the league’s three Canadian clubs regarding plans for the 2021 regular season. More details on plans for the Canadian teams will be announced in the near future.
Some positive news for the Whitecaps, for a change:
Key Dates
- Feb. 22: MLS Preseason training begins (6 weeks)
- Apr. 3-4: MLS is Back - Opening Weekend 2021
- Late Aug.: MLS Heineken® Rivalry Week
- Late summer: MLS All-Star Game presented by Target, Leagues Cup, Campeones Cup
- Nov. 7: MLS Decision Day
- Nov. 19: Audi 2021 MLS Cup Playoffs begin
- Dec. 11: 2021 MLS Cup
Canadian Clubs
Due to travel restrictions between the US and Canada, Major League Soccer continues to work with the league’s three Canadian clubs regarding plans for the 2021 regular season. More details on plans for the Canadian teams will be announced in the near future.
Some positive news for the Whitecaps, for a change: