MLS Next expects to 'more than double' number of clubs, players with new competition tier

[Anonymous]

EA just announced that they are accepting more clubs into EA and EA2…..

What is happening?

So will the new tier system be

MLSN I
MLSN II
EA I/NAL I
EA II/NAL II

[Anonymous]

It seems that NAL continues to coexist with MLS Next 2, since NAL is accepting applications for 2025-26 season.

https://www.nationalacademyleague.com/nal-application.html

[Anonymous]

Cincinnati cup registration has opened.

You can tryout for their MLSN 1 or 2 teams.

[Anonymous]

NAL will become MLS Next II

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:NAL will become MLS Next II

Except the fact this thread started regarding the announcement from MLS Next that says otherwise

[Anonymous]

is it better to try your chances in a MLSN 2 team or ECNL? what do you think? which can provide better development?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:is it better to try your chances in a MLSN 2 team or ECNL? what do you think? which can provide better development?

both
neither

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:is it better to try your chances in a MLSN 2 team or ECNL? what do you think? which can provide better development?

both
neither

I agree to try out for both. Which is better for your child’s development is not a straightforward answer. It’s going to depend on the type of training and coaching, whether your child gets enough playing time, and how you assess that depends on what your child’s goals are.

[Anonymous]

In mid Atlantic it will be:

MLS Next
MLS Next tier 2
NAL

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:The introduction of MLS Tier 2 and the inclusion of these teams in major national showcases like MLS Fest alongside Tier 1 teams will significantly enhance the competitive landscape for regional events. Adherence to MLS Standards will be crucial for clubs participating in these elevated competitions.

The deep player pools within MLS Next clubs will likely increase playing time for young players, providing them with valuable exposure and developmental opportunities

Bwahahaha - thanks Bot.

[Anonymous]

There are a large number of clubs with no ENCL or MLSN today - who would probably love to be able to slap MLS on their websites. I'm super curious what clubs in my area (NC) will adopt this.

Assuming the clubs already with MLSN will add a MLSN2 team (rebranded) then they could even, *gasp*, put together a local league that requires limited travel!