In the realm of Major League Soccer (MLS), the 2025 season is gearing up to be highly anticipated. Minnesota United FC, entering their ninth season, is looking to build on the momentum from the previous year, aiming for silverware this time around. Their season kicks off on February 22 with a match against LAFC at BMO Stadium in California. This opener is notable due to the recent transfers and the absence of LAFC's Mateusz Bogusz, which could give Minnesota an early advantage[1].
On the ticket sales front, StubHub's 2025 MLS Season Preview reveals a significant increase in global interest, with buyers from 48 countries purchasing tickets, up from 44 countries last year. The Columbus Crew has surpassed Inter Miami as the most in-demand team, driven by their back-to-back MLS Cup appearances. Lionel Messi's presence with Inter Miami continues to drive fan excitement, particularly from international buyers, with ticket sales from Argentina increasing by 54% compared to 2024[5].
In U.S. national team news, there are no immediate upcoming matches for the men's team within the latest updates. However, the U.S. Women's National Team (USWNT) had several friendlies scheduled towards the end of 2024, including matches against England and the Netherlands, but no new matches have been announced for 2025 yet[2].
On the international front, there are several key matches and tournaments to watch out for, although no major updates have emerged in the last 24 hours. The women's international friendly schedule for 2025 includes matches such as South Korea vs. Uzbekistan and Chile vs. Argentina, but these are not part of any major tournaments[3].
In terms of key players and global leagues, there has been no breaking news or significant controversies in the past day. However, the ongoing transfer windows and preseason preparations are likely to generate more news as teams finalize their rosters for the upcoming seasons.
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