MLS ALL-STAR GAME

MLS announces Austin as host of 2025 All-Star Game

MLS Commissioner Don Gaber has revealed the likes of Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez could be heading to Texas for next year’s game.

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Estados Unidos Update: May 15th, 2024 18:27 EDT

Austin, Texas’ growing influence in the world of soccer is set to continue following the announcement that the city will host the MLS All-Star Game in 2025.

Garber: “Austin one of the top soccer markets in the US”

MLS Commissioner Don Garber was joined at the iconic Antone’s nightclub by Austin FC owner Anthony Precourt and mayor Kirk Watson as he revealed the game would be coming to the City of the Violet Crown next year.

“We are thrilled to bring the 2025 MLS All-Star Game to Austin, a market known for its rich cultural and entertainment scene and world-class events,” said Garber. “Austin has quickly become one of the top soccer markets in our country, selling out 60 consecutive Austin FC matches and hosting many marquee soccer events the past three years. We look forward to working alongside the entire Austin FC staff and local leaders to deliver an unforgettable and exciting MLS All-Star Week for everyone.”

When is the game and who will the All-Stars play against?

The exact date of the 2025 All-Star Game and the opposing team have not yet been confirmed, with more details expected to come to light in the coming months.

It will be the first time the match is played in Texas since 2010, when Manchester United defeated the All-Stars 5-2 in Houston. Now it will be Austin’s turn in the spotlight.

Putting our boots down in Austin for 2025 MLS All-Star. ✨ pic.twitter.com/D8GNrUvEUE
— Major League Soccer (@MLS) May 15, 2024

2025 All-Star Week

The All-Star Game, which more than 20,000 fans will be able to attend, will be the culmination of MLS All-Star Week.

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As explained by MLS, Austin will “host a week-long celebration of soccer and culture for fans of all ages at venues throughout the city”.

The additional events that will take place include the MLS All-Star Skills Challenge and the MLS NEXT All-Star Game, in which future stars will have the opportunity to showcase their talent.