2023 MLS NEXT All-Star Game
On June 29, 2023, MLS NEXT revealed the list of 44 players who have been chosen to participate in the second edition of the MLS NEXT All-Star Game presented by Allstate.
This game will offer an exceptional opportunity for the emerging stars of North America to exhibit their skills in an East vs. West format, providing an exceptional experience for all who attend and watch.
- When: July 19, 2023 at 10:30 am ET
- Where: Naval Academyās Glenn Warner Soccer Facility in Annapolis, Maryland – official site
- Where to Watch: Live Streamed on MLS NEXT’s TikTok
- Cost to Attend: $0
2023 MLS NEXT All-Star Rosters
East Lineup
The East All-stars are coached by Patrick Ouckama (DC) and Kevin Kratz (ATL)
| NAME | TEAM | BIRTH YEAR |
|---|---|---|
| Nathaniel Abraham | Toronto FC | 2007 |
| Ignacio Alem | D.C. United | 2006 |
| Davi Alexandre | New York Red Bulls | 2007 |
| Gaƫl De Montigny | CF MontrƩal | 2006 |
| Charlie DeMarco | BW Gottschee | 2005 |
| Olger Escobar | New England Revolution | 2006 |
| Caden Grabfelder | FC DELCO | 2005 |
| Taha Habroune | Columbus Crew | 2006 |
| Tyler Hall | Inter Miami CF | 2006 |
| Stiven Jimenez | FC Cincinnati | 2007 |
| Graham Jones | D.C. United | 2006 |
| Shawn Lanza | Atlanta United | 2006 |
| Ryder Mills | FC Cincinnati | 2005 |
| Michael Nesci | Chicago Fire FC | 2005 |
| James Nyandjo | Charlotte FC | 2007 |
| Neil Pierre | Philadelphia Union | 2007 |
| Tahir Reid-Brown | Orlando City SC | 2006 |
| Rocket Ritarita | Atlanta United | 2007 |
| Jonathan Shore | New York City FC | 2007 |
| Adem SipiÄ | Nashville SC | 2006 |
| Lazar Stefanovic | Toronto FC | 2006 |
| Cole Mrowka | Columbus Crew | 2006 |
West Lineup
The West All-stars are coached by Anthony Wallace (STL) and Willie Diaz (Strikers)
| NAME | TEAM | BIRTH YEAR |
|---|---|---|
| Jeevan Badwal | Vancouver Whitecaps FC | 2006 |
| Nati Clarke | Sporting Kansas City | 2005 |
| Julian Eyestone | FC Dallas | 2006 |
| Caden Glover | St. Louis CITY SC | 2007 |
| Zavier Gozo | Real Salt Lake | 2007 |
| Stuart Hawkins | Seattle Sounders FC | 2006 |
| Sawyer Jura | Portland Timbers | 2006 |
| Tate Lampman | Houston Dynamo FC | 2006 |
| Grant Lund | Real Colorado | 2006 |
| Edwyn Mendoza | San Jose Earthquakes | 2006 |
| Harbor Miller | LA Galaxy | 2007 |
| Ajani Nixon | LAFC | 2006 |
| Moises Prado | Total Futbol Academy | 2006 |
| Kage Romanshyn | Minnesota United FC | 2005 |
| Andre Romo | Colorado Rapids | 2006 |
| Paulo Rudisill | LA Galaxy | 2006 |
| Maxim Scordo | Strikers FC | 2007 |
| Mohammed Shour | Seattle Sounders FC | 2007 |
| Ervin Torres | Austin FC | 2007 |
| Oscar Verhoeven | San Jose Earthquakes | 2006 |
| Jude Wellings | Real Salt Lake | 2006 |
| Adrian Wibowo | LAFC | 2006 |
Each of the 29 MLS academies has contributed at least one player to the roster, with 10 clubs having multiple selections. Additionally, five non-MLS academies, namely BW Gottschee, FC DELCO, Real Colorado, Strikers FC, and Total Futbol Academy, will also be represented in Annapolis.
The MLS NEXT All-Star Game will be live streamed on the MLS NEXT’s TikTok account.
Admission to the game is free of charge, and fans are strongly advised to park at the Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium and utilize the complimentary shuttle service to and from the venue due to security restrictions. Pedestrians may enter through the Naval Academy Visitors Center, where they will be required to undergo security checks and present a valid U.S. ID.
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