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Last updated: May 26, 2026, 2:42 AM ET

MLS & NWSL Landscape

Vancouver and Nashville surged to the top of MLS Power Rankings heading into the World Cup break, locking down the league's three automatic playoff spots alongside Inter Miami. Meanwhile, the Utah Royals vaulted to a surprise No. 1 in the NWSL standings after Matchday, topping the power list and shaking up the early season hierarchy.

Managerial Carousel

AC Milan cleaned house by firing coach Massimiliano Allegri and CEO Giorgio Furlani, citing "an unequivocal failure" of the season, though club legend Zlatan Ibrahimovic was spared. In MLS, the Portland Timbers parted ways with Phil Neville after a 2.5-season tenure marked by ongoing struggles and no playoff appearances.

World Cup Squad Reveals

Colombia named James Rodriguez and Luis Diaz to its 26-man World Cup roster, with manager Nestor Lorenzo tapping the veteran stars to lead the attack. In contrast, Spain excluded all Real Madrid players from its 26-man squad, instead handing a spot to teen sensation Lamine Yamal in a surprising selection.