USMNT x MLS: Jack McGlynn powers Houston Dynamo with brace, Brian White scores landmark goal, RSL's Diego Luna sees wild red card
BALLGM reviews the major takeaways from Americans playing in MLS, including a star showing from Jack McGlynn
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'Allows us to be a top-level country' – Real Salt Lake star Diego Luna welcomes return of veteran players, roster competition ahead of September USMNT friendlies
The MLS star expressed enthusiasm about the competitive atmosphere developing within the USMNT
The Kickoff: Contenders San Diego FC and Nashville SC bring fireworks to MLS's return, Wilfried Zaha's Charlotte FC host Toronto FC, and Inter Miami's Lionel Messi is suspended
BALLGM takes a look at some of the major MLS storylines emerging ahead of Matchday 27
'It's difficult to have chemistry' – Other players express surprise over Inter Miami's Lionel Messi, Jordi Alba both skipping MLS All-Star Game training sessions
Messi and Alba missed two mandatory training sessions for the MLS All-Star team, with some MLS players surprised by their absence
'Whatever happens, happens' – USMNT, Real Salt Lake star Diego Luna acknowledges speculation, as links with La Liga persist
Luna didn't deny transfer speculation, but the USMNT breakout star stressed he's focused on his current club, Real Salt Lake
Clint Dempsey, Diego Luna, Jordi Alba headline 2025 MLS Skills Challenge, as six 2025 All-Star additions announced
Dempsey, the USMNT and MLS legend, joins several league stars in the showcase event, while additions made to All-Star roster