The Beautiful Game: How to Buy, Sell and Access MLS 2026 Tickets

Update (November 12): This article has been updated with the latest info about the 2026 MLS season, including the MLS Cup Playoffs and MLS Sprint Season.

From the sensational saves and the nail-biting shots to the incredible goals that make the crowd roar, there’s nothing like being in the stands for live Major League Soccer. The 2026 regular season wrapped on Decision Day, Saturday, November 7, and the 2026 MLS Cup Playoffs kick off Thursday, November 19. Ahead of MLS Cup on Friday, December 18, we’ve got answers to all your questions around scoring tickets.

MLS 2026 Season at a Glance

Ticketmaster, the Official Ticket Marketplace of MLS, is where to purchase verified tickets to matches you want to attend. After purchasing MLS tickets on Ticketmaster, you’ll be able to access them from your Ticketmaster account online or in the Ticketmaster App. You can shop for and buy mobile tickets right up until the match starts. If for some reason you cannot attend a match you have tickets for, MLS tickets are easily sellable on Ticketmaster, directly from your account. Simply log on the Ticketmaster App or Ticketmaster.com, click or tap My Events, find your order, and click or tap the “Sell” button.

You can find the official MLS Cup Playoffs regular schedule on the league’s website. For the postseason, 18 teams — nine each from the Eastern and Western Conferences — battle it out, culminating in single-elimination rounds and the MLS Cup. Nashville SC, the 2026 Supporters’ Shield winner, and Vancouver Whitecaps FC are the top seeds in the East and West, respectively.

See a brief rundown of important dates for the 2026 season below.

• MLS is Back opening weekend: February 21-22, 2026
• Break for World Cup: May 25 – July 16, 2026
• Rivalry Weekend: July 16-17, 2026
• MLS All-Star Game: July 29, 2026
• MLS Decision Day 2026: November 7, 2026
• Wild Card matches: November 19
• Round One series: November 21 – December 2, 2026
• Conference Semifinals: December 5-6, 2026
• Conference Finals: December 11-12, 2026
• MLS Cup presented by Audi: December 18, 2026

Buying MLS Tickets

When you’re looking for tickets to the pitch, Ticketmaster is your safe and secure way to get tickets to MLS regular season matches and the 2026 MLS Cup Playoffs.

How do I buy verified MLS 2026 tickets on Ticketmaster?

Tickets for the 2026 MLS season are available at Ticketmaster. When you buy tickets at Ticketmaster, you can trust that the seat you buy is the same seat you’ll be in for the match, so you never have to worry about making it into the stadium by kickoff.

How much do MLS tickets cost?

Tickets to MLS matches vary by club and can fluctuate by match. According to Ticketmaster data, MLS tickets will typically cost between $45 and $50 on average. Prices also differ on secondary and resale marketplaces.

When do MLS tickets go on sale?

MLS tickets are on sale now via Ticketmaster. With a wide selection of tickets, including 100% verified resale tickets, you’re sure to find tickets to the match you want to attend at Ticketmaster.

When do MLS Playoffs tickets go on sale?

Tickets to the 2026 MLS Cup Playoffs are on sale now via Ticketmaster. The first round of postseason matchups were confirmed on the last day of the regular season, which is known as MLS Decision Day, on Saturday, November 7, 2026. Tickets for later rounds of the playoffs go on sale as each matchup is set.

How much do MLS playoffs tickets cost?

Ticket prices for MLS Cup Playoffs matches depend on a variety of factors, including date and time, city, matchup, seat location, and when the tickets are purchased. The average ticket for an MLS playoffs match can cost anywhere between $50-$200.

When do MLS Cup tickets go on sale?

Tickets for the MLS Cup will be available during the week leading up to the match. The 2026 edition of MLS Cup will be held on Friday, December 18, and tickets will go on sale once the host is determined from the Conference Finals on December 11-12, 2026.

How do I buy MLS Cup tickets?

When tickets, including resale tickets, are available for the 2026 MLS Cup, you’ll be able to find them at Ticketmaster. Check back often as fans may be looking to sell their MLS Cup tickets on Ticketmaster and more tickets may become available.

How do I access MLS tickets on my phone?

If you purchased MLS tickets on Ticketmaster, you’ll be able to access them from your Ticketmaster account online or in the Ticketmaster App. You can shop for and buy mobile tickets right up until the match starts. To find your MLS tickets, just follow these steps:

1. Sign into your Ticketmaster account via the Ticketmaster App or ticketmaster.com.
2. Click or tap My Events to locate your order.
3. Tap on your MLS match to view your tickets.
4. To get into the venue, scan the tickets right from your phone.
5. For even quicker access, add your tickets to your phone’s digital wallet to scan at the gate.

Are MLS season tickets worth it?

Nothing beats being there live to watch your favorite MLS club take the pitch, and if you plan to attend multiple matches throughout the season, it’s definitely worth considering becoming a season ticketholder.

MLS season tickets can be worth the investment for dedicated fans due to the cost savings, exclusive perks and priority access to playoff tickets.

Selling MLS Tickets

How do I sell eligible MLS tickets on Ticketmaster?

Have tickets but can no longer make the match? You can easily sell your MLS tickets on Ticketmaster, directly from your account, by following these steps:

1. Sign into your Ticketmaster account via the Ticketmaster App or ticketmaster.com.
2. Click or tap My Events to locate your order. If your event listing includes a “Sell” button, your tickets are available for resale via Ticketmaster.
3. Click or tap the “Sell” button.
4. Select the tickets you want to sell.
5. Set your price using our price guidance tools and list the tickets for sale.
6. Enter your payout details. Once the tickets sell, we’ll deliver the correct funds via direct deposit after the event.

You can also edit or remove your listing anytime. In some cases, a club or venue may not allow resale for certain rows or seats.

What are fan-to-fan resale tickets?

You may purchase 100% verified tickets from other fans for many events listed with Ticketmaster. Every resale ticket purchased via Ticketmaster is reissued with a new, unique barcode and sent directly to your Ticketmaster account, ensuring a simple and secure fan-to-fan transaction. Learn more about how to safely sell your tickets.

Additional MLS FAQs

How many games will be played during the 2026 MLS regular season?

There were a total of 510 matches played during the 2026 MLS regular season. All 30 clubs played 34 regular season matches in 2026.

What is the format for the MLS Cup Playoffs in 2026?

• The top nine clubs from each MLS conference — the Eastern Conference and Western Conference — advance to the MLS Cup Playoffs.
• The postseason begins with a wild card round, which consists of a single elimination match between each conference’s eighth- and ninth-place finishers.
• The next round is a best-of-three series.
• After that, every match, including the Conference Semifinals and Conference Finals, is single-elimination.
• The playoffs end with the final two clubs left standing facing off in the MLS Cup final.
• The MLS Cup match is hosted by the team with the better regular-season record.

Which teams made the 2026 MLS playoffs?

The 2026 MLS Cup Playoffs feature 18 clubs, nine from each conference, with Supporters’ Shield winner Nashville SC and Vancouver Whitecaps FC as the top seeds in the East and West.

Eastern Conference

• No. 1: Nashville SC
• No. 2: Inter Miami CF
• No. 3: New England Revolution
• No. 4: Chicago Fire FC
• No. 5: Charlotte FC
• No. 6: Philadelphia Union
• No. 7: Columbus Crew
• No. 8: Orlando City SC
• No. 9: FC Cincinnati

Western Conference

• No. 1: Vancouver Whitecaps FC
• No. 2: FC Dallas
• No. 3: St. Louis CITY SC
• No. 4: San Jose Earthquakes
• No. 5: Houston Dynamo FC
• No. 6: Los Angeles Football Club
• No. 7: Portland Timbers
• No. 8: Seattle Sounders FC
• No. 9: Real Salt Lake

When is MLS Cup 2026?

MLS Cup 2026 is Friday, December 18, hosted by the finalist with the better regular-season record.

When Does the 2027 MLS Sprint Season Start and End?

The 2027 MLS Sprint Season starts in February and ends with MLS Cup in May 2027. Regular-season play runs February through April, followed by the MLS Cup Playoffs in May. Check back for exact dates, including opening weekend and MLS Cup, when MLS releases the full Sprint Season schedule.

What happens to my MLS tickets if a game is rescheduled or canceled?

Full refunds will be available if a match is canceled and it cannot be replayed, or if it is played under conditions that prohibit fans from attending.

How can I watch MLS games if I can’t make it to the stadium?

Every MLS regular season match, plus the entire playoffs and Leagues Cup, will be available to stream live in 2026 via Apple TV. Apple TV subscribers will be able to watch the matches via the Apple TV app on Apple devices, smart TVs, streaming devices and more. Select matches will also be televised on FOX Sports channels.

Who won the 2025 MLS Cup?

The winner of the 2025 MLS Cup was Inter Miami CF, who defeated Vancouver Whitecaps FC, 3-1, for their first-ever championship title. The MLS Cup final was played on December 6, 2025 at Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Who won the 2026 MLS Supporters’ Shield?

Nashville SC won the 2026 Supporters’ Shield, the franchise’s first, in 2026 with 77 points, a new MLS single-season record.